Wide Bay Seniors Forum and Facilitated Regional Consultation
Facilitated Regional Consultation Session (limited places, up to 20 people) 11:30am – 1:00pm AEST Lunch provided from 1:00pm – 2:00pm for those participating in the session. Research will help inform National Seniors Australia policy and recommendations to governments. This facilitated discussion will explore:
Barriers older people face to living a good life in the region
What works well locally and supports ageing well
How lived experience can inform national advocacy and research
Insights will contribute to a National Seniors Australia report for the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Who should attend?
Older people living in regional, rural or remote areas
Community members interested in ageing well locally
Those with lived experience of Centrelink, aged care or home support systems.
Morning: 8:45am for a 9:00am start – 11:30pm AEST
Afternoon: 11:15am for a 11:30am start – 1:00pm AEST
National Seniors Australia (NSA) are pleased to invite older people from the Wide Bay region to attend a free Seniors Forum, followed by a facilitated Regional Consultation exploring what supports or limits a good later life in regional communities.
Morning Seniors Forum (open to all, up to 100 people)
9:00am – 11:30am AEST
Facilitated Regional Consultation Session (limited places, up to 20 people)
11:30am – 1:00pm AEST
Lunch provided from 1:00pm – 2:00pm for those participating in the session. Research will help inform National Seniors Australia policy and recommendations to governments.
Cost: Free event.
Registration is essential.
Places for the regional consultation are limited.
Morning Seniors Forum (open to all, up to 100 people) 9:00am – 11:30am AEST The forum will provide practical information updates and an opportunity to ask the experts, including:
NSA advocacy priorities and current campaigns
Tips to save money and make the most of NSA benefits
Staying socially connected through branches and groups
Understanding aged care and support at home
Morning tea and networking
