We support the health and wellbeing of rural Australians through owning and operating services that fit their community.
Creators of Community Ownership (Creators) is a not-for-profit social enterprise bringing innovative ideas to build and support the health, social connections and economic opportunities for those living in rural Australia.
Our mission is for rural communities to have fit-for-purpose services that support their health and other needs that are sustained through our regenerative business model.
Creators of Community Ownership has had an amazing whirlwind ride this year. Overwhelmingly, we are grateful for the support we’ve received and everyone appreciating our mission.
Listen to Creators Board member, Christine Welsh, share her thoughts on the challenges and potential solutions for better healthcare in rural areas.
In this episode co-founder, April Merrick, talks about what it means for Creators to be granted charitable status as a Health Promotion Charity.
We are a Health Promotion Charity and are working on delivering community health programs focused on mental health, nutrition, chronic disease management and other health protective measures.
Plus developing an innovative viable model of accessible healthcare to pilot that meets the needs of rural communities.
Creators of Community Ownership acknowledges and pays respect to the past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and honours their contribution through sustaining services that support their health and wellbeing.