11/06/2026
Sarah* spent her life working hard, building friendships and contributing to her community. Today, like many seniors, she is living on a pension and facing difficult choices between rent, food, medication and staying connected.
When Sarah could no longer afford to go to social gatherings, she quietly stopped attending. Rather than tell her friends she was struggling, she stayed home alone, determined to maintain her dignity.
Through STAR's Connection Fund, we were able to help Sarah reconnect with her friends and community. The difference has been life-changing.
Sadly, there are many more seniors just like Sarah who are experiencing loneliness and isolation because they simply can't afford the costs of staying connected.
Your donation to the STAR Connection Fund can help provide transport, social connection and hope to vulnerable older people in our community.
Together, we can ensure no senior spends their golden years alone.
❤️ Donate today and help restore connection, wellbeing and dignity. Visit https://www.givenow.com.au/starcommunityservices or call 07 38216699 to make a donation that makes a connection.
Benefolk
*Name and photo changed for privacy.
I can't afford to go out like I use to, but I don't really want people to know that I am struggling. So, most days I just stay at home. It is a bit lonely. Help seniors stay connected.