Our People.

The volunteers at Anam Cara Geelong are our gold. From all walks of life, they continue to generously give their time, care, support and kindness to our organisation, our guests, carers and families that we have the privilege of supporting.

Anam Cara Geelong is governed by the voluntary Board of Directors, drawn from the ranks of Geelong's professional associations.

The large volunteer base at Anam Cara Geelong complement the Directors and professional staff by undertaking a wide range of support duties – from general administration and housekeeping to fundraising and companionship for guests. The Board provides legal, medical, financial and communications expertise to lead our not-for-profit organisation in the fulfilment of its mission, and our professional staff provide excellence in administrative support and person-centred palliative care.

The focus of person-centred palliative care is on quality of life, symptom management and comfort.

Diana Taylor AM

Board Chair

Robert Threlfall

Board Deputy Chair

Aaron Shrimpton

Director

Simone Bellears

Director

Kate Russell

Director

Dr Anh Tran

Director

Vanessa McColl

Chief Executive

Kim Spalding

Director of Nursing

Bharathy Gunasekaran

Director of Clinical Services & Palliative Care Physician

Narelle Magee

Director of Finance & Operations

Claire Walker

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive

Bob Gartland OAM

Founding Patron

Barry Fagg

Ambassador

Jennifer Cromarty 

Ambassador

Theresa Best

Ambassador 

Having a choice is what the people of Geelong deserve.
Our guests are given dignity and the highest-level of comfort and care when it matters most.

Proudly Supported By

Howard Glover Trust

Deakin University

Brian and Jennifer O'Shannassy & Family

Lino and Marina Bisinella & Family

Frank and Shirley Costa & Family

Ian Potter Foundation

Barry & Jan Fagg

GMHBA

City of Greater Geelong

Thank you for supporting our not-for-profit organisation.

Donate online now to ACHG’s Annual Giving Appeal to support day-to-day operations so we can continue to deliver our critical services.

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There are various ways to donate & support ACHG. In-person, leave a gift in your will, become a member and more!

Or maybe you’re interested in volunteering or partnering with ACHG?

There are two key ways to donate.

Giving Day Complete!

With everyone’s generosity, and the help of our matching donors, $880,090 has been raised, allowing us to immediately open six more palliative care bedrooms.

Regular Donation

Donate online now to Anam Cara House Geelong’s day-to-day operations so we can continue to deliver our critical services.

There are two key ways to donate.

Giving Day Complete!

With everyone’s generosity, and the help of our matching donors, $880,090 has been raised, allowing us to immediately open six more palliative care bedrooms.

Regular Donation

Donate online now to Anam Cara House Geelong’s day-to-day operations so we can continue to deliver our critical services.