Our Purpose

People with disability have opportunities to live their best life

About Us

Established in 1962, Hartley Lifecare (Hartley) is a Canberra-based not-for-profit organisation providing supported accommodation for people with disability, their families and carers.

Originally founded to provide a learning facility and therapy support service for children and adults, Hartley has grown extensively to support clients in more than 30 homes across the ACT.

On 13 June 2025, Hartley transitioned from an incorporated association to a company limited by guarantee. This important step strengthens our governance and positions Hartley to meet growing demand beyond the ACT’s borders, including the ability to deliver services in New South Wales.

Hartley Lifecare relies on NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) funding, corporate partners and individual donors as well as special events to raise the funds needed to enable us to expand and enhance the services we provide to people living with disability in our local community.

As we move forward, Hartley will continue to maintain and build upon these strong foundations, ensuring that our clients and their families have opportunities to live their best life.

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