HCO Disability and Community Services

10/05/2026

Residents at Centennial Court came together for an important discussion around bullying and cyberbullying awareness in support of Dolly’s Day 💙

The session encouraged open conversations about kindness, respect, online safety, and the importance of speaking up and supporting one another. Residents shared their thoughts and experiences while learning more about how we can all help create safer and more inclusive communities, both online and in person.

A big thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the discussion meaningful and supportive. Together, we can continue to spread Dolly’s message to “Be Kind. Speak Up.” 💙

08/05/2026

Today, HCO proudly supported Do It For Dolly Day by raising awareness and funds to help create a kinder, safer world free from bullying 💙

Clients got involved by decorating blue-themed cookies, dressing in blue and taking part in activities that encouraged kindness, connection and support for one another.

A big thank you to everyone who participated and helped spread Dolly’s message — speak up, be kind and look out for each other 💙

24/04/2026

16/04/2026

We’re getting ready for our biggest morning tea event of the year! ☕🍰

Join us at Day Options on the 21st May at 10.30am for Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, or donate online to help us reach our fundraising goal. (link-https://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/s/56152/155797/e )

Every contribution makes a difference—together, we can support Cancer Council in funding vital research, support services, prevention programs, and advocacy.

07/04/2026

The HCO Day Options Clients have produced the goods, yet again, at the Mount Barker Show again this year!

Bringing home multiple awards and merits across the arts, crafts and cooking categories, their creativity, dedication and talent were on full display 🎨🏆

A huge congratulations to every client who entered, you’ve done an incredible job! And a big thank you to our amazing support workers, whose encouragement and guidance help make achievements like this possible.

Couldn’t be prouder 👏

29/03/2026

Look what the amazing Clients have created! 👏

This year for the Mount Barker Show we’re proud to have 38 entries from 16 Clients, plus a fantastic group woodwork project created by 3 Clients!

Here’s a snapshot of their incredible work:
🖌️ 11 paintings
🍅 3 homemade tomato sauces (first-time entries!)
🧵 1 hand-sewn piece
🎭 4 paper mâché creations
🪵 5 woodwork items (including a group-built truck!)
🖍️ 14 colouring competition entries

Every single entry represents creativity, effort, and a willingness to try something new.

A huge shoutout to the incredible support workers, who go above and beyond to support the Clients, sharing their skills, encouraging creativity, and helping bring ideas to life. From full-day sauce-making sessions (with homegrown tomatoes generously donated!) to weekly art and woodwork groups, the dedication behind these projects truly shows.

We couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved.

15/12/2025

A huge thank you to the Mount Barker Bowling Club and their fantastic volunteers! 🎉
Your dedication, energy and warm spirit make the club such a welcoming and enjoyable place to be. We truly appreciate everything you do and can’t wait to see you again next year. We hope you enjoy the snowman, handcrafted by Catherine. 🙌

04/12/2025

What a fantastic day at the Summit Aquatic Leisure Centre celebrating International Day of People with Disability!
It was all smiles, splashes, and shared moments as everyone came together to celebrate inclusion. A big thank-you to the pool staff and supporters who helped make the day so special. 💙🌊
Mount Barker District CouncilLivit DisabilityMission Australia

27/11/2025

Give Credit is a new major campaign to celebrate the exceptional people and organisations in South Australia’s community service sector.
HCO is supporting this important initiative, as seen on the TV at our Reception area, which is being delivered in partnership between SACOSS and Volunteering SA&NT.
The campaign involves building the world’s longest credit roll which will contain the names and job titles of thousands of staff and volunteers and the organisations they represent.

17/11/2025

Huge congratulations to our amazing HCO athletes! 🎉

We are incredibly proud of everyone who represented HCO at the recent Tri-State Games. Your hard work, determination, and team spirit were on full display.

Thank you to the workers and families who cheer and support these athletes on every step of their way. Together, we can celebrate an unforgettable event and the amazing accomplishments of the HCO community!
Tri State Games