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30 years of putting people first

Since 1996, Acts Care has grown from a small Toowoomba initiative into a statewide not-for-profit supporting over 200 participants across eight Queensland regions.

1996

Acts Care Queensland Founded

Founded by Annette Rose alongside her parents Ray and Jean Rose in Toowoomba. Driven by a shared belief that everyone deserves support without judgement, they established Acts Care to serve people in need across the Darling Downs.

1996

Food Assist Launches

Food Assist begins providing below-cost food hampers to families and individuals experiencing hardship.

2000

First Supported Housing

Acts Care opens its first supported housing facility, providing safe accommodation for people with disability.

2005

Loads of Love Begins

The annual Christmas food drive launches, delivering care packages to families across the Darling Downs.

2010

Expanding Across QLD

Services extend beyond Toowoomba to Warwick, Crows Nest, and surrounding Darling Downs communities.

2016

NDIS Registered Provider

Acts Care becomes a registered NDIS provider as the scheme begins rolling out across Queensland.

2018

NDIS Rollout Complete

Full NDIS transition complete. Support coordination services added to the offering.

2020

Resilience Through COVID

Acts Care adapts services to maintain support for participants and food relief during the pandemic.

2020

Hervey Bay Expansion

Acts Care expands to the Fraser Coast with respite services and group homes in Hervey Bay.

2022

Gold Coast Expansion

Services expand to South East Queensland and the Gold Coast, reaching more participants than ever.

2024

Actsera Launches

Actsera launches as a dedicated Supported Independent Living brand, serving participants across four Queensland regions.

2026

30 Years Strong

Acts Care celebrates 30 years of putting people first, with over 200 participants, 100+ staff, and 8 Queensland regions served.

Moments that matter

Snapshots from three decades of community, connection, and care.

Trishaw ride outing
Gold Coast community outing
Beach day together
Community dining
Bowling trip
Wildlife park visit

Be part of the next 30 years

Whether as a participant, volunteer, or supporter — there's a place for you in the Acts Care community.