A CARE organisation in Launceston is celebrating its first anniversary with the official opening of its new headquarters.

Angels In Disguise (AID) Homecare is set to celebrate its one-year anniversary since launching in Launceston on March 29.

To mark this milestone, the mayor of Launceston, Cllr Nicola Gilbert, will officiate a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2pm at the new headquarters based at Trethorne Leisure and Business Park. The event serves a dual purpose: celebrating a successful first year and launching a critical fundraising campaign to purchase a further dedicated wheelchair-accessible vehicle for the Launceston community.

A spokesperson from the organisation said: “Transport and mobility remain significant hurdles for many residents in the PL15 area. Angels In Disguise (AID) Homecare aims to bridge this gap, ensuring that local people with mobility needs can access essential services, shopping, and social connection.”

“Our first year in Launceston has shown us how vital community connection is,” added Trudy Herdwick, care manager. “Opening this new office is a big step, but our real goal for 2026 is getting another vital wheelchair accessible vehicle on the road to ensure no one in our town is left isolated due to lack of transport.”

The spokesperson continued: “In a town as beautiful as Launceston, getting from A to B shouldn't be a struggle. Yet, for many local residents with mobility needs, transport remains the single biggest barrier to independence. Whether it’s getting to a doctor's appointment, visiting the shops, or simply meeting a friend for coffee, the lack of dedicated, wheelchair-accessible transport is leaving people isolated.”

In an effort to raise funds for a second wheelchair-accessible vehicle, the organisation has set up a JustGiving page to invite donations alongside its anniversary event. AID Homecare has said that in addition to a ribbon cutting celebration, the afternoon event will also feature a grand charity auction and tombola.