About Us
Healesville Living and Learning Centre is a dynamic, independent non-profit committed to strengthening our community through three core service streams: Skill Development, Community Development, and Health Support.
We are a place for everyone. Regardless of ability, gender, sexuality, or background — every person deserves to feel safe, seen, and valued. By embracing our differences, we build a community that is stronger, more inclusive, and more resilient.
Mission
“To strengthen people’s engagement in lifelong
learning and community participation activities.”
Vision
“A strong, healthy and resilient community for Healesville and surrounding areas.”
Purpose
“To provide programs and services which empower local people, and contribute to the more unified and vibrant community.“
Principles
- Relationship based –We value positive, open, honest, and reliable relationships to help people feel safe
- Place based –We work in partnership with community members, services and funders
- Person centred – We flexibly adapt our services to meet individual preferences and needs
- Diversity & inclusion – We create spaces and opportunities which welcome everybody and help them feel part of the community
- Lived experience – We value the expertise of people with real world lived experiences (as well as professionals)
Our Team
Meet the incredible team behind the Healesville Living and Learning Centre!
Including our board, staff and volunteer superstars who make what we do possible
The History of HLLC
Healesville Living and Learning Centre is a vibrant, community-led not-for-profit that has called Healesville home for nearly 50 years. Born from grassroots beginnings in the 1970s, we’ve grown into a vital hub for the Yarra Valley community, offering workshops and classes, community events and projects, health and wellbeing support, and flexible spaces for hire. Guided by the needs of our community, we create a welcoming place where everyone can learn, connect and thrive
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Annual Reports
Healesville Living and Learning Centre Annual Reports