Our Mission

Here at VMCH (Villa Maria Catholic Homes), our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a Catholic, for-purpose organisation, love, joy, courage and hospitality aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do.

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A legacy of care and compassion

While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

 

Our Vision and Mission

We are committed to fulfilling the caring ministry of Jesus by creating genuine places of belonging through service and compassion for all aged, disadvantaged, and people with disability. Guided by this purpose, we strive to be recognised as a transformative leader in the provision of exceptional care, services, and accommodation.
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As a Catholic organisation we observe the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church by celebrating the life of individuals and their communities as expressed in their physical, social and spiritual wellbeing.
Love
We foster connections and show compassion for one another with kindness and respect.
Joy
We create a culture of happiness and positivity, celebrating life and the uniqueness of all.
Hospitality
We welcome all to our community, bringing comfort and a sense of belonging.
Courage
We do what is right, regardless of our fears, the challenges or consequences.

Our commitment to eradicate modern slavery

VMCH is committed to supporting people who are disadvantaged and marginalised.

In accordance with our values, we are committed to respecting and promoting human rights, which includes the commitment to work to eradicate modern slavery. We aim to ensure that decisions made by VMCH do not allow modern slavery to exist within our operations, business relationships and extended supply chains.

To learn more, head to our Modern Slavery Statement or the Australian Anti-Slavery Network.

Our commitment to the safety of all children

VMCH is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people; as a community we support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.

We are committed to preventing child abuse and identifying risks early, removing and reducing these risks.

We are committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives.

We are committed to providing a safe environment for children with disability, as well as the cultural safety of Aboriginal children and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To learn more, please read our Child Safety Policy here.

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