SEC Care Day Centre Coordinators Kathy Maas, Audrey Bellette, Denise Castle and Cheryl Salter.
Tasmanian not-for-profit South Eastern Community Care (SEC Care) was recognised as one of the top Social Change Makers at the 2018 Telstra Business Awards in Hobart this evening.
SEC Care CEO, Helen Pollard, said she was thrilled to be recognised as a finalist, as the competition this year was impressive.
“To be recognised among some of Tasmania’s most recognisable and influential organisations, such as the Cancer Council Tasmania and the Bridgewater Police & Community Youth Club, is an incredible achievement for SEC Care – we are thrilled,” Ms Pollard said.
“Community care is the lifeblood for many Tasmanians living in rural and regional communities and we are so grateful to the Telstra Business Awards for the recognition and the opportunity to share our story.
“For nearly 50 years we have been supporting our communities to enjoy the life they want to live, and in 2018 we are proud to be leading the way for community care and support services in Tasmania.
“We have gone through some big transformations over the past two years and this achievement feels like we have come full circle – to say we are proud is an understatement.”
SEC Care started in 1970 when local GP, Dr. Fergus Mitchell, decided to make a difference in the community. Along with a small group of nurses, SEC Care started out of car boots, supporting and caring for people in rural and regional parts of South Eastern Tasmania.
48 years down the track, SEC Care has over 140 staff and volunteers, three Day Centres, a head office and over 900 clients with diverse needs.
“Throughout our organisation’s growth, we have always maintained our integrity as a Tasmania not-for-profit who cares greatly for the health and prosperity of our local communities,” Ms Pollard said.
“As the CEO of SEC Care, I am so proud of all our staff and volunteers for their dedication, passion and hard work, and this is a testament to them.”
For more information on SEC Care, visit their website: www.secommunitycare.com.au or Facebook: www.facebook.com/secommunitycare.com.
Emily Dunn Community Relations Manager
