"Our vision is that the Home and Community Services Industry is known as a provider of quality services to community members requiring support in both the disability and aged care sectors." The Australian Community Industry Alliance (acia), formally The Attendant Care Industry Association (acia), journey began in 2005 when a dedicated group of of Service Providers recognised the need for an independent organisation, that represents and supports non-government organisations in the Community Services Sector providing services to benefit of people with disability, those with complex or long-term care needs and aged care service users living in the community. acia was established as a peak industry body to address key issues facing this expanding industry. Supported by a grant from the Motor Accident Authority of NSW and under the auspice of the Westmead Brain Injury Unit, acia was established to promote and implement the vision of what was then recognised as an attendant care industry that is known and respected as a provider of quality services that enhances outcomes for service users. While acia commenced as an NSW based association, it is now a national organisation with a national agenda. Today, acia remains the only organisation of its kind in Australia.