Older people

About healthy ageing

We coordinate a number of programs and activities to ensure older people can be independent and active in their community.

Age-friendly Community Group Directory

This directory has been developed to encourage community participation by listing various groups and clubs that are inclusive of older people in the Macedon Ranges.

Carer support and respite

Carer Gateway provides services and support to unpaid carers.

Elder abuse

Older Victorians have the right to live safely and be free from harm and abuse. There are resources and services to assist older people who might be subject to financial, physical or psychological abuse.

Housing

Council's role in social and seniors housing and who to contact if you need housing or social support.

Exercise and fitness

Exercise and fitness programs suitable for people with disabilities and older people

Home library service

Goldfields Libraries provide library services to individuals who are unable to visit the library themselves and to institutions.

Meals and food services

Details of local food share and food bank services in the shire.

Seniors Festival

The Victorian Seniors Festival focuses on providing fun and good times with opportunities to participate in events and activities for free or low cost throughout October each year.

Village Connect

The project aims to bring older people together both online and in person and attend activities that support good mental and physical health and enable better connections to the local community.

Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme

Would you like to provide companionship and friendship to an older resident of Macedon Ranges?

Home support

My Aged Care can help you to live independently and safely at home.

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