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Aboriginal Community Services Supporting the growth of Aboriginal communities, through high quality community-based aged care.

Today we farewell our General Manager, Community Services, Joni McArthur (pictured with Brian and Kim Newton). In her 6...
02/07/2026

Today we farewell our General Manager, Community Services, Joni McArthur (pictured with Brian and Kim Newton). In her 6 years with ACS, Joni has supported Elders throughout their aged care journey and approached her roles with care and consideration, improving client outcomes and strengthening our home care services.
Thank you Joni, and best wishes for the next stage of your career.

After 16 years of dedicated service to Aboriginal Elders across South Australia, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our C...
30/06/2026

After 16 years of dedicated service to Aboriginal Elders across South Australia, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our CEO Graham Aitken (pictured with our Patron Aunty Shirley Peisley) as he retires to spend more time with his family.
Throughout a career spanning decades, Graham has been a passionate advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, championing equitable access to aged care and the importance of culturally safe services.
Under his leadership, our organisation strengthened its commitment to culturally responsive care, pioneering culturally appropriate aged care training for staff and expanding services to more than 900 Elders in some of South Australia's most remote communities.
Graham’s compassionate leadership and unwavering commitment have left a lasting legacy and built a strong foundation for the future as we continue to meet the evolving needs of Elders.
Thank you Graham for your outstanding service, leadership and lasting contribution to our community.

We're excited to welcome Parry Agius as the new CEO of Aboriginal Community Services (ACS).Parry is a proud Kaurna, Naru...
16/06/2026

We're excited to welcome Parry Agius as the new CEO of Aboriginal Community Services (ACS).

Parry is a proud Kaurna, Narungga, Ngarrindjeri, Ngadjuri, Adnyamathanha and Wirangu man who has spent more than 30 years advocating for Aboriginal self-determination, justice and positive outcomes for our people.

"Elders are at the centre of everything we do," Parry says.

Please join us in welcoming Parry as he leads our next chapter in providing culturally safe care to more than 400 Elders across SA.

We also want to acknowledge and thank Graham Aitken, who will retire later this month after 16 years as CEO.

Read the full story on our website: https://aboriginalcs.org.au/media-centre/

NATSIAACC, the peak body of Aboriginal aged care providers, have released a statement calling for overdue action from th...
03/06/2026

NATSIAACC, the peak body of Aboriginal aged care providers, have released a statement calling for overdue action from the government on First Nations Aged Care Reform. The statement was developed following concerns raised through the Inspector-General of Aged Care and the Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner engagement. NATSIAAC explains, "The recommendations of the Royal Commission were intended to drive structural reform, not remain unresolved years after their acceptance." We demand action on an appropriate aged care pathway, cultural safety across the aged care system, the establishment of an independent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aged Care Commissioner, and that Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations are supported to lead the design and delivery of aged care services for First Nations People.

June 3 commemorates the life of Eddie Koiki Mabo and marks the anniversary of the historic 1992 Mabo decision. The High ...
03/06/2026

June 3 commemorates the life of Eddie Koiki Mabo and marks the anniversary of the historic 1992 Mabo decision. The High Court’s decision overturned the claim that Eddie Mabo’s familiy’s traditional land was owned by the Crown. The decision set a precedent in Australian law for the recognition of Indigenous custodianship over their traditional land. 🌅🖤

Rainbow mob - it's your month! Pride month is celebrated globally every June and centres q***r culture. It commemorates ...
01/06/2026

Rainbow mob - it's your month! Pride month is celebrated globally every June and centres q***r culture. It commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York, and encourages people to continue advocating for equal rights. Celebrations include parades and festivals in many cities. Below are words of encouragement from First Nations people who identify as LGBTQIA+, put together by BlaQ Aboriginal Corporation for their ‘Still Here Still Queer’ campaign last year.

Throwback to these unforgettable shepherd's pies! We love cooking with our community and hearing all of your tips and tr...
31/05/2026

Throwback to these unforgettable shepherd's pies! We love cooking with our community and hearing all of your tips and tricks. 💛

Can you believe our Marra Elders Playgroup turned 1 today? 🎉🎈 We held a very special playgroup celebration with painting...
29/05/2026

Can you believe our Marra Elders Playgroup turned 1 today? 🎉🎈 We held a very special playgroup celebration with painting, games, sing-alongs, and an original story written by Sophie featuring characters from our community! It was such a beautiful gathering and we are so grateful to all who have helped our playgroup thrive. More pictures and videos to come... Marra Dreaming

The Aboriginal Elders Village opened in 1995 and since then it has been home to many wonderful residents, seen our team ...
29/05/2026

The Aboriginal Elders Village opened in 1995 and since then it has been home to many wonderful residents, seen our team change and grow, and provided continuously improving, and culturally appropriate care. The building, which used to be a British Workers Club, was due for some updates. We are pleased to share that our renovations are coming along. Its not only the walls and living spaces that have had a makeover, but important electrical and structural updates have been made to ensure the building is suitable and safe to be a home to Elders. Stay tuned for more photos of our improved Elders Village! 💛🏠

Good news for members of our community who require personal care! The government has responded to advocacy from Elders a...
28/05/2026

Good news for members of our community who require personal care! The government has responded to advocacy from Elders and providers, and announced that from 1 October 2026, personal care will move from the ‘independence’ category to the ‘clinical supports’ category under Support at home. This means anyone who has the personal care service type approved and has available Support at Home funding can receive personal care services at no out-of-pocket cost. Personal care services can include showering, dressing, and non-clinical continence management. This is an important reform to the concerning Aged Care legislation that have left many of our Elders at a financial disadvantage.

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67 Henley Beach Road
Mile End, SA
5031

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61883469155

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