About Us
Supporting native wildlife and our community of wildlife carers in the Great Southern.
Who We Are
♡ Our Purpose: Supporting native wildlife and our community of wildlife carers in the Great Southern.
♡ Our Vision: A thriving community working together for the future of native wildlife.
♡ Our Mission: Conservation through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of native wildlife.
♡ Our Outcome: Better outcomes for native wildlife and our members who care for them.
No Headquarters. But All Heart. ♡ Established in 2018, Healing Hands Wildlife Care is a volunteer community in the Great Southern working together to rescue, rehabilitate and release native wildlife. United by a shared passion for conservation, we work for the future of our native wildlife.
Every rescue is a team effort, made possible by dedicated volunteers, community members, veterinarians, and supporters working together to give wildlife the best possible chance of recovery.
Acting in the best interests of wildlife is the principle behind every decision we make. Through the dedication of our members and the support of our community, we strive to achieve better outcomes for wildlife and help ensure a future for our native species. Whether we’re answering a late-night rescue call, caring for an orphaned joey, or supporting one another behind the scenes, wildlife always comes first.
With rehabilitators located across the Great Southern region, we can respond promptly when injured or orphaned wildlife are found, helping ensure wildlife receive the care they need as quickly as possible. Our network enables us to support both wildlife and the community across a large and diverse area.
Our 24/7 Wildlife Rescue Helpline
We introduced our 24/7 helpline to better support the Great Southern community and improve response for wildlife in need: 0475 442 202
Our 24/7 Wildlife Rescue Helpline supports you when you encounter injured or orphaned wildlife. Having rehabilitators across the Great Southern allows us to respond promptly to wildlife in distress. We will advise on the best course of action, which may include referral to a local veterinarian for urgent care. Local veterinarians accept wildlife and provide treatment free of charge.
If you come across wildlife in need, please don’t hesitate to call. We’re here to help guide you through the next steps.
Wildlife We Care For
We care for all species of wildlife found in the Great Southern region, with the exception of snakes and seabirds. For these species, we’re able to provide contact details for specialist organisations that are licensed to assist.
If you are unsure whether an animal needs help, don’t hesitate to contact our 24/7 Wildlife Rescue Helpline. We are happy to discuss the situation with you and provide advice on the most appropriate course of action.
Whether it’s a bird, marsupial, reptile, or mammal, we’re here to help ensure wildlife receives the care it needs.
Why We’re Here
Every organisation starts with a reason. For us, it began with recognising a need for wildlife support in Albany and the wider Great Southern.
We’re here to support and protect our unique wildlife; whether it’s paperwork or possums, we’re here to make a difference. And yes, we’ll probably reinvent the wheel a few more times because that’s how we grow at HHWC.
We formed Healing Hands Wildlife Care (Great Southern WA) Inc. (HHWC) in 2018, navigating the labyrinth of compliance, becoming a registered charity, and establishing a 24/7 Wildlife Rescue Helpline. Along the way, we’ve grown in knowledge, organisational capability, and experience. We’re driven by passion, determination, and a shared commitment to wildlife. Everything we do is directed towards achieving the best possible outcomes for wildlife.
We’re hopeful that, in some small way, we can help future generations experience Australian native wildlife in its natural habitat. By supporting rescue, rehabilitation, conservation, and community education, we’re working towards a future where native wildlife can continue to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
As an organisation, we’re supportive, respectful, professional, and resilient in our commitment to achieving better outcomes for wildlife.
What Guides Our Work
Like the trees that are a defining part of the Great Southern landscape and provide a home for our native wildlife, our organisation depends on both strong roots and healthy branches. Strong roots provide the foundation that sustains us, while healthy branches guide our growth and direction. Together, they shape how we care for wildlife, support our members, and serve our community.
♡ Our values are the branches that guide us.
- Wildlife First: The welfare of wildlife guides our decisions and actions.
- Compassion: We treat wildlife, people and our community with kindness, understanding and respect.
- Integrity: We act honestly, responsibly and within legal and ethical requirements.
- Teamwork: We value mentoring, supporting and working together.
- Collaboration: We believe in working together with other wildlife organisations to achieve better outcomes for wildlife.
- Safety: We promote safe practices for wildlife, volunteers and the community.
- Learning and Growth: We encourage growth, education, and the sharing of knowledge.
- Sustainability: We are committed to protecting the environment and ensuring that our practices support long-term ecological balance.
♡ Our work is the foundation that supports us.
- Wildlife Care: Providing the best possible care to rescue, rehabilitate and release wildlife.
- Training and Capability: Building knowledge, skills and confidence in our members and volunteers.
- Community Engagement: Educating, inspiring and working with our community to support and protect wildlife.
- Resources and Infrastructure: Ensuring we have the equipment, facilities and resources to do our work well.
- Governance and Sustainability: Strong leadership, financial responsibility and planning for our future.