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The Benevolent Society, operating since 1813, provides integrated support services to children, young people and families, older Australians and carers. It has more than 1,000 people-first practitioners working to help people live their life, their way. As one of Australia’s first charitable organisations, The Benevolent Society has pioneered positive social change and uses its practice wisdom to advocate for a just, caring society.

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Benevolent to Transition Disability Therapy & Behaviour Support Services to AHTG

5 May 2025

The Benevolent Society (Benevolent) will transition its disability therapy and positive behavioural support services to the Australian Health & Therapy Group (AHTG), a leading provider specialising in delivering disability-focused therapy.

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Change of leadership at The Benevolent Society

20 Mar 2025

Today we farewell, Lin Hatfield Dodds who has stepped down as CEO of The Benevolent Society after almost four years at the helm.

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The Benevolent Society launches In Sync to help children with disability play, connect and grow

28 Nov 2024

Based on proven support delivered through Benevolent’s Early Supports program in Queensland, the In Sync program recognises that a child’s greatest asset is their relationship with their parents/caregivers.

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