Older People

Be the Boss

**COVID-19 Update - New resource**
Be the Boss is about getting on top of your money for good.

What is Elder Abuse?

Older Tasmanians have the right to dignity and respect and to be able to make their own decisions. They also have the right to live in a safe environment, including aged care facilities, free from abuse.

Men’s Shed Association

The Tasmanian Men's Shed Association is the peak body representing more than 60 Members Sheds across Tasmania.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Our Grandparents Raising Grandchildren program offers family support, advocacy, information and referral services to grandparent and kinship families.

Help with reading, writing and maths

26TEN helps Tasmanian adults improve their reading, writing and maths skills

Staying safe online during COVID-19

Whether through choice, necessity or clear direction, an increasing number of people are staying home as COVID-19, a new strain of coronavirus, sweeps the globe. It’s a worrying time, with implications for personal wellbeing right through to international stability.

We are adding new content every day to help you stay safe online.

Healthcare and Aged Services

At Bolton Clarke we support you to live the life you want.

Counselling and Support

**COVID-19 Update - our office is currently closed for face-to-face appointments, we are providing our services including counselling over the phone. We are accepting new referrals and our crisis line remains open**
We offer trauma-informed counselling and support services to survivors of sexual violence in southern Tasmanian.

Social Activity Groups

EACH provides a planned program of structured activities that also provides respite and support for their carers.

Home Maintenance and Minor Modifications

Community Care Tasmania can assist you with minor general repairs and care of your house, yard or garden.

Vision loss support

**COVID-19 Update - We are offering online services via zoom, skype or over the phone. Contact us for details.**
Loss of vision doesn't mean loss of independence. We're here to help.

My Aged Care

If you need some help around the house or think it’s time to look into aged care homes, My Aged Care is here to help.

Service Tasmania

Government services portal for Tasmanians including Commonwealth, State and Local Government services.

Metro Tasmania

Metro is the largest passenger transport company in Tasmania and we are proud to operate bus services connecting people and communities in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie.

LGBTIQ+ Support Groups

**COVID-19 update: individual and group support services are still available via phone or online.**
Working It Out offers a range of support groups for LGBTIQ+ (and questioning) young people, parents of LGBTIQ+ children (of any age), partners of transgender people, and a drop-in session for anyone wanting to connect or find community.

Domestic Assistance

We can help with house cleaning, vacuuming, bathrooms, washing and ironing. We can also shop for food, prepare appetizing and nutritious meals.

Transport

Providing transport to medical appointments and social gatherings in and out of Dorset.

Criterion House

The City of Hobart provides Criterion House as a place for activities and programs for a range of people, with a focus on older members of the community.

Personal Care Program

Community Based Support's Personal Care Program provides a range of personal services including dressing, showering, mobility assistance, medication prompting and meals. These services aim to assist older people, people living with disability, and unpaid carers to remain at home, leading independent lives.

Loaves and Fishes

Providing free food and grocery items delivered by Loaves and Fishes Tasmania. A fresh delivery arrives every second Friday. Call the House for details.

In-Home Support

If someone needs home help or care in the senior years, or with a disability, we offer a range of home care and support services that respect and respond to enabling you to retain as much independence as possible.

Outreach Advocacy

** COVID-19 Update - We can help you anywhere in Tasmania through our outreach services. Click for further details **
Advocacy is about supporting you to speak up, have your say and to make sure that your rights are protected. We can help you understand your options, make decisions and access or work with services.

Visiting Service Providers

In-House Visiting Service Providers taking appointments at the Community House.

Launceston RSL

The RSL's mission is to support the well being and betterment of our members, former and serving members of the Australian Defense Force (ADF), and their dependents.

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House

Professional and friendly support services and groups of many kinds are available here at Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House for those living locally in the Tamar Valley of Tasmania.

Home Library Service

Libraries Tasmania Home Library Service Volunteers deliver library material to people who cannot easily get to a library themselves.

Transport Assistance

HACC and CHSP eligible clients who need transport to medical appointments or social events such as day centre, community groups, shopping and business appointments.

Career Transition Australia (CTA)

The Career Transition Assistance (CTA) program is designed to help mature-age job seekers to build their confidence and skills to become more competitive in their local labour market.

Health and Homecare

Care Forward is a local company dedicated to helping more people live well at home across Tasmania.

Social Outings

CTST offers a range of social outings for our over 65 clients.

The Dog House Community Workshop

The Dog House is our community workshop equipped with woodworking tools and machinery.

Zeehan Neighbourhood Centre

The Zeehan Neighbourhood Centre provides community development, for the whole community for people of all ages, race and sex, including the aged, young persons and indigenous people.

Home and Community Care Services

The Good Neighbour Council Launceston provides Home and Community Care (HACC) services to elderly people from culturally diverse backgrounds, to younger migrants with disabilities and their carers.

Goldies Women’s Group

**COVID-19 Update - this group is currently on hold.
Goldies is a group for the more mature aged woman.

Home and Housed

** COVID-19 Update - We aim to keep our services operating, as far as is practical and within government guidelines. This service is able to provide support over the phone or via video link. For further information please call 1800 819 447 or visit our website. **

CatholicCare's Home and Housed program is for people 65 years and older who would like support with issues and challenges relating to staying in their home, or finding a new home.

Glengrey House Day Respite Centre

Glengrey House is an adult day respite centre providing services to frail aged and people with a disability living in the Derwent Valley Municipality.

Aged Care System Navigator Trial

Specialised support and assistance to navigate the aged care system

Isolation Packs and Hampers

**COVID-19 Update- Isolation Packs and Hampers are available
All packs will be delivered to your home.

Community Garden

Growing fresh produce in our garden for sale at low prices.

Preparing for Emergencies

Red Cross has a wide range of resources to help older people, people with disabilities, people who have just moved, psychological first aid and lots more.

Community Cars

Community cars assist residents with travel to and from non-urgent medical appointments.

Emergency Assistance

** COVID-19 Update - Some areas provide phone interviews only, with food drop off at your door** We offer emergency assistance through food parcels, heating, clothing, furniture, hydro and phone assistance. We can assist with utilities bills and provide rent assistance support as required.

Latrobe Adult Day Centre

The Latrobe Adult Day Centre provides day centre services for aged, younger disabled and their carers and people from special needs groups.

Dementia Helpline

Dementia Support Australia offers a free national service operating 24/7 365 days a year.

Healthy Ageing Information

Eating well and being physically active are important as you get older to help you stay healthy and strong. This website includes key information about eating well and being physically active for older people.

Metro Tasmania COVID-19 Safe Travel

At Metro Tasmania we’re responding to COVID-19 under the guidance of the Tasmanian Government (Department of Health). The health and safety of passengers and staff is our highest priority.

Emergency Food Relief

We provide emergency relief in the form of food vouchers as well as food parcels from Loaves & Fishes.

Mersey Community Care Association

Our Vision is Independent Inclusive Living, Our Mission is to provide services to assist aged and disabled consumers to live independently and to participate in their community.

Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels provides a range of healthy and nutritious frozen and fresh meals delivered to your door.

Veterans and Families Counselling

Open Arms provides mental health and wellbeing support for current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force personnel and their families. We are open 24/7 if you need someone to talk to.

Assistance with Care and Housing

Housing Assistance, Other Services for Older Tasmanians, Practical Assistance,

Pinky Community Support

Affordable transport, inhome help, gardening and social outings for females and lgtbiqp.

Disability and Aged Support

Family Based Care provides support for people with a disability, the frail aged, and their carers.​​​​​

Deloraine House

At Deloraine House you can access a range of low cost activities and programs and get referrals to other services.
** We are remaining open for Emergency Food relief, Free shared produce from our Community Garden and Nils loan applications. **

Elder Abuse Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - the Helpline service is unchanged - we are here 9am-5pm Mon-Friday, except public holidays**

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, the Helpline can provide you with information and support on actions you can take to prevent and respond to the abuse.

Riverside Mens Shed

All men welcome.

LGBTIQ+ Specialist Services

**COVID-19 update: The office is now open for drop-in & limited face-to-face appointments available. Individual and group support services are still available via phone or online.**
Working It Out provides education and training, free and confidential counselling, individual & group support for people negotiating their sexuality, gender identity or intersex status.

Meal Preparation

Whether you need shopping or a full weekly menu of nutritious meals that make your soul sing prepared for you, Community Care TASMANIA can provide you with what you need and just the way you like it.

Bus Outings

Our Out and About Bus Outings provide opportunities for people to engage with their communities whilst building friendships and having fun.

Equipment Search

Search our online database for information on equipment including suppliers and approximate prices. We also list second hand items.

Rosebery Community House

We are a not for profit community organisation dedicated to delivering services and programs that meet the needs of the Tullah and Rosebery areas.

Seniors Card

The Seniors Card is a business discount card not a concessions card.

Elder Relationship Service

Our Elder Relationship Services provides free counselling or mediation for older people and their families.

Eating With Friends

A friendly group of community members meet monthly for a meal in various locations around Dorset. Ring the House to find out the next location and to book your place. Transport can be arranged.

Aged and Home Care Services

Aged and Home Care 1800 466 300. As you get older, staying connected to your family, friends, social groups and community is a vital part of keeping healthy and staying independent.

Be Connected

Join thousands of Australians who are taking our free courses on everything from how to access the internet, using your device and keeping in touch with others online.

Emergency Food Assistance

** COVID-19 Update - Our office is now open again Monday to Friday.** We run an emergency food assistance program at Door of Hope.

Dementia and Memory Community Centre

The Dementia and Memory Community Centres offer a range of services to the general public, including those with memory loss, their carers, family and friends.

Tresca Community Centre

Tresca Community Centre offers a large range of activities, groups & classes, we also have the Exeter Online Centre in our building, a Men's Shed, an OpShop and a playground.

Creativity and Wellbeing Programs

These programs give clients an opportunity to come together to create artwork, go on outings, make friends and learn new skills.

Grandparents and Relatives Raising Children

We provide information, advice and referral options to Grandparents and other relatives who have recently taken up the role of primary carers of their Grandchildren or related children.

Burnie Tool Shed

Community Education and Information, Men's Services,

East Devonport Neighbourhood House

**COVID-19 - The House is currently closed to the public, but we are available for support over the phone, email or facebook.**
East Devonport Neighbourhood House is a warm, friendly and useful place providing lots of choices and opportunity for our community, so they can 'squeeze the most out of life'!

Aged and Disability Support

We provide assistance with shopping, social support, transport and activities, to eligible clients.

Community Care Referral Service

Tasmanian Community Care Referral Service provides easy access to information and referrals for home and community care services through a single phone call.

Peak Body for Older Tasmanians

**COVID-19 Update - The team at COTA Tasmania are moving to a work from home arrangement from Tuesday 24 March. You can still contact us and we are keen to hear from you! Click for more details **

COTA Tasmania is the peak body for older Tasmanians. Our mission is to advance the rights, interests and futures of Australians as we age.

Personal Alarms

A Red Cross personal alarm gives you access to emergency help in your home or garden, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. The service can assist you to continue living at home safely with independence and peace of mind.

Spring Cleaning Program

This program provides annual spring cleaning style services to eligible clients.

Wynyard Adult Day Centre

The Wynyard Adult Day Centre provides day centre services for aged, younger disabled and their carers and people from special needs groups.

Starting Point Neighbourhood House

The Starting Point Neighbourhood House is run by the community, for the community and we offer something for everyone.

Grandparents and Relatives Raising Children

The Grandparents and Relatives Raising Children program provides support to grandparents or relatives who have recently voluntarily accepted children of family members into their full time care.

A Tasmanian Lifeline 1800 98 44 34

Lifeline Tasmania has set up a new service for Tasmanians, specifically to deal with unprecedented demand for information, advice and support because of the coronavirus pandemic. 1800 98 44 34

COVID Connect

A phone call to keep you socially connected. If you need someone to talk to, whether you are feeling isolated or lonely - we’re here for you.

Community Health and Wellbeing

** COVID-19 Update - Active4Life Gym and Walking Group programs suspended. **
Hub4Health is committed to providing and increasing access to a range of allied health care services and community development activities for rural and remote communities in NE Tasmania.

Eat Well Tasmania

Eat Well Tasmania champions healthy eating and promotes opportunities to eat healthy Tasmanian grown, produced and value added food.

Exeter Men’s Shed

The Men's Shed located at Tresca Community Centre, Exeter, it is a well equipped shed set up for woodworking.

King Island Adult Day Centre

The King Island Adult Day Centre provides day centre services for aged, younger disabled and their carers and people from special needs groups.

Mathers House

Want to meet new people? Like to learn something new? Want to stay active and engaged in your community? Mathers House provides Positive Ageing programs and activities for older people.

Community Care

We assist people to have a more independent lifestyle through the delivery of services which are not currently being provided by family or through other community or government agencies.

Digital Ready for Daily Life

Learn how to use a range of digital tools to help you and your family during COVID-19 including how to use ABC iView, FaceTime, Zoom, and telehealth.

healthConnect

Connecting you with resources and service providers in the Huon Valley.

Respite Program

Respite care is short-term care available to a person and their care giver. Respite care provides help for carers so that they can take part in everyday activities or go on holidays while ensuring that the person receiving care is looked after, and given a break to recharge their batteries.

Community Aged Care Services

Masonic Care Tasmania (MCT) delivers high-quality, customised residential and community based aged care services to meet the current and future needs of older Tasmanians, their carers and families.

National COVID Older Persons Information Line

The new National COVID Older Persons Information hotline will help older Australians get the critical information they need to stay healthy and safe during the pandemic.

Services and Facilities

At West Winds we aim to provide a range of support and services for the south Channel community.

Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels is a voluntary organisation, delivering meals to all people of all ages, who, through sickness, age and/or disability, cannot reasonably get a meal for themselves and who wish to remain with dignity and independence in their own homes.

Launceston PCYC

**COVID-19 Update - Launceston PCYC is currently closed**
PCYC is a not for profit organisation. The activities you attend at PCYC help fund the work we do with disadvantaged, disengaged and vulnerable youth.

Central Coast Adult Day Centre

The Central Coast Adult Day Centre provides day centre services for aged, younger disabled and their carers and people from special needs groups.

Domestic Assistance (Home Help)

Community Based Support can help you to stay in your home doing the things you enjoy best, by assisting you with light household duties such as vacuuming, cleaning, laundry and ironing.

Community Dance and Theatre

We provide mature adults with dance and theatre skills development opportunities. We also run classes for those living with neurological conditions.

Eating with Friends

Eating With Friends is a Tasmania wide social eating program. It is about bringing older people together for a nutritious meal and making new friends.

Second Hand Equipment

The people listed on our Second Hand Equipment page on our website have second hand equipment for sale.

Eating with Friends

**COVID-19 - Eating with friends is currently on hold
The Midway Point Neighbourhood House run Eating with Friends and also a Community Breakfast.

Home and Community Care Services

The District Nurses are one of Tasmania's oldest and best loved community organisations and have been providing care within Tasmanian Communities since 1896.

Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House

**COVID-19 Update - contact us or see our Facebook page for current services
The Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House operates from two locations, Dunalley and Nubeena.

Bus Outings

The Community Based Support "Out and About Bus Outings" support people to engage with their communities whilst building friendships and having fun.

School for Seniors

School for Seniors is an organisation for people primarily over 50 who like mental activity and want to pursue existing interests or develop new ones.

Government Subsidised Home Support

Community Care TASMANIA provide a number of government subsidised home supports across Tasmania.

West Coast Adult Day Centre

The West Coast Adult Day Centre provides day centre services for aged, younger disabled and their carers and people from special needs groups.

Companionship and Social Support

Having good social connections is essential for all aspects of your health, especially as you age. We support you to improve your social connections and connect with your community for your wellbeing.

Stay Healthy, Stay Connected

**COVID-19 - New Resource**
A new Facebook Page with great tips on how to stay health and connected while you are staying at home.
Stay Healthy, Stay Connected (SHSC) is an initiative of the Tasmanian Government.

In Home Care

We help with a range of personal care and lifestyle needs while providing very welcome companionship.

Coronavirus – Government Support for Individuals and Households

As part of the economic response to Corona virus, the Australian Government is providing financial assistance to Australians. This assistance includes income support payments, payments to support households and temporary early releases of superannuation.

Men’s and Women’s Sheds

We are proud to have our very own Men's Shed onsite as well as a new Women's Shed too!

On any given day you will find our members busily engaged in projects like painting, scroll saw work and building trains and doll houses, as well as furniture restoration.

Contact us or see our website for more information."

Community Car

St Helens Community Car Group provides transport for older persons, those with disabilities and their carers.

Transport

Red Cross provides a door to door transport service to assist you to attend non-urgent medical appointments and social outings if you have no other transport options.

Dial an Angel

The Dial an Angel Service provides an immediate solution to your care needs. You tell us what they are and Community Care Tasmania will supply an Angel to help meet them.

No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS)

NILS is the No Interest Loan Scheme. We help low income Tasmanians get safe, fair and affordable loans.

Community home care services

OneCare Limited is a leading provider of aged care services in Tasmania, supporting more than 2,000 people across the state.