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The Benevolent Society, operating since 1813, provides integrated support services to children, young people and families, older Australians, people with disability 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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Lin Hatfield Dodds, CEO, The Benevolent Society on the anticipated inclusions in the Federal Treasury’s Intergenerational Report

23 Aug 2023

There is an urgent need to prepare the care and support sector for the huge increase in demand for services over the next 40 years. We are far off where we need to be. We must get the right settings in place so this sector can provide increased, improved and more reliable services to Australians.

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Port Augusta City Council and The Benevolent Society announces funding support for two family-based programs.

20 Jul 2023

Port Augusta City Council and The Benevolent Society are delighted to announce funding support for Port Augusta City Council over the next three years, to deliver two family-based programs.

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The Benevolent Society launches new brand campaign to raise awareness for its support services

26 Apr 2023

The creative campaign developed by multi-award-winning agency Jack Nimble celebrates the charity’s tagline – ‘Your Life. Your Way’ – by showcasing the positive and optimistic approach embodied by the organisation.

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