Multicultural Seniors Program Gold Coast

The Multicultural Seniors Program supports people aged 65 and over from culturally diverse backgrounds to stay connected, informed and involved in their community. It offers culturally appropriate activities, multilingual information sessions, digital skills support and one-on-one help to access services such as My Aged Care.

Bribie Island Seniors Wellbeing Service

Bribie Island Neighbourhood Centre provides a welcoming place for local people to connect, participate in free or low-cost activities and access practical support. The centre offers community groups, information sessions, referrals and visiting services, while also supporting new groups and local community initiatives.

YMCA Cannon Hill Seniors

The Y Cannon Hill’s Over 50s Seniors Club offers a welcoming place for older people to connect, stay active and enjoy shared interests. Planned activities include bus trips, information sessions, luncheons, arts and crafts, music and exercise, alongside other low-cost community programs and events.

Connecting Seniors in Southern Downs Warwick

STAR Community Services helps older people reduce loneliness, build friendships and stay active through a range of social programs and activities. Options include companionship, fitness, lunch outings, shopping trips, technology support, weekly lunch clubs and intergenerational programs.

Noosa Seniors Connect

Noosa Seniors supports eligible older people to stay socially and physically active through social groups, outings, information sessions and active ageing activities. Programs include games, entertainment, guest speakers, barbecues, high teas and exercise classes, with transport available for some centre-based activities.

Senior Relationships Social Isolation Program Maroochydore

Relationships Australia Queensland’s free Senior Social Connection Program supports people aged 60 and over, or 50 and over for First Nations people, in Gympie and the Sunshine Coast. It helps reduce loneliness through social meet-ups, peer support, music groups, workshops and community activities.

Seniors in Focus Pialba

Seniors in Focus at the Halcro Street Community Centre helps older people in Hervey Bay find local groups, events, activities and useful information. Opportunities include coffee and chat, craft, community gardening, carpet bowls, music, drama and other social activities that support connection and participation.

Ipswich Thriving Seniors Springfield Lakes

Ipswich Thriving Seniors supports people aged 60 and over, and First Nations people aged 50 and over, to stay active, connected and involved in their community. Based in Springfield Lakes and operating across Ipswich, the program offers weekly social groups, gentle exercise, outings, information sessions and referrals to local support services.

Connecting Seniors in Lockyer Valley Ipswich

STAR Community Services helps older people reduce loneliness, build friendships and stay active through a range of social programs and activities. Options include companionship, fitness, lunch outings, shopping trips, technology support, weekly lunch clubs and intergenerational programs.

Somerset Seniors Connect Esk

Somerset Regional Council’s In Good Company program supports seniors to stay connected, included and involved in their local community. It offers locally based activities, information and support designed to reduce loneliness, strengthen social connections and empower older people.

Dovida Beaudesert Seniors Service

Dovida Brisbane South and Redlands supports older people to remain independent, connected and comfortable at home. Services include companionship, transport, personal care, home help, respite and specialist care, with support tailored to each person’s needs and circumstances.

SeniorNet Ipswich

SeniorNet Ipswich helps people aged 50 and over build confidence using computers, mobile devices and the internet. Through practical training and peer support, members can improve their digital skills, stay connected with family and friends, and participate more confidently in the online world.

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