Healthy Ageing Partnerships

13/06/2026

Are you a carer of your grandchildren? Services Australia offers a Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to eligible grandparents if they have at least 14 per cent care of a child and are responsible for paying the child's childcare fees.

One in four grandparents provide childcare once a week.

06/06/2026

Interesting stats for the Support at Home Program

30/04/2026

A wonderful story.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ff38PZxtX/

28/04/2026

An Aussie invention is helping people living with dementia stay connected by turning a familiar ringing phone into something much more powerful.
It's simple, instinctive and designed to help people hold onto their independence for longer. A Current Affair story.

2 likes, 1 comment. "New tool helping dementia patients live independently | A Current Affair"

24/04/2026

07/04/2026

Carer Gateway is a national support service funded by the Australian Government. It provides free services for anyone caring for a family member or friend who has a disability, mental health condition, chronic health condition, terminal illness, or is frail aged. Wellways is our local provider and has a number of activities that you can participate in. Check out their calendar of events.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/sunshine-coast-carer-gateway-services-112796187721

28/02/2026

Mingary Care is a not-for-profit charity delivering free, short term crisis palliative care and end-of-life services for people on the Sunshine Coast. They are hosting a wonderful fundraiser to raise funds to provide compassionate support for individuals and families in their home. Can you help Bruce? We don't want him to hang out to dry :)

26/02/2026

Interesting snapshot of the real state of the older nation. Does anything surprise you?

09/02/2026

HEALTHY AGEING FORUM

🚗 Staying in the Driver’s Seat

Driving represents freedom, connection, and choice and getting older doesn’t mean handing over the keys. It just means being informed, prepared, and supported.

Staying in the Driver’s Seat is a practical, supportive forum designed to help older adults:

✔️ Continue driving safely for as long as possible
✔️ Understand changes and plan ahead with confidence
✔️ Explore future transport options without losing independence
✔️ Ask questions, share experiences, and feel empowered

Whether you’re driving confidently, noticing small changes, or simply planning ahead this forum is about staying mobile on your own terms.

📅 Thursday, 5 March 2026
🕘 9:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Sunshine Coast Health Institute
6 Doherty Street, Birtinya
🚗 Free parking (P2 via Bullwinkel Lane – parking validated)
☕ Morning tea included

🎟 Entry: $10 + booking fee

👉 Secure your spot here:
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/healthy-ageing-forum-staying-in-the-drivers-seat-tickets-1982475111425?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/02/2026

WOW,

Cheryl Harris so incredibly well deserved!

Your warm heart, tireless dedication, and genuine care for so many have touched countless lives. We are beyond thrilled to see you recognised in such a meaningful way.

From all of us massive congratulations on being named the 2026 QLD Senior Australian of the Year! You are truly are our local SUPERSTAR

From the Healthy Ageing Partnership Team

Cheryl Harris has been instrumental in driving volunteer engagement and championing the important work that volunteers perform on the Sunshine Coast. Cheryl’...