Seniors

The NSW Central Coast has one of Australia's most vibrant seniors community.

As a popular retirement centre, the area boasts numerous seniors organisations and active community groups.

There are also prominent lobby groups working hard to support the seniors community.

Senior Citizens Council

This aims to strengthen the flow of information about issues that affect seniors and retirees.

Members of the seniors council are; Juliet Axford, Wyongah; Luigi Bruni, Berkeley Vale; June Goss, Gwandalan; Bruce Kirkness, Hamlyn Terrace; Patrica Parperis, Tumbi Umbi; Bruce Pyke, The Entrance; Dawn Thompson, Gorokan.

The organisation is made up of people with diverse backgrounds and interests. Members bring a lot of experience and skills to the group, including language, engineering, arts and crafts, public speaking, sports, writing music and mechanics.

Members also have wide-ranging links with other seniors groups and community organisations.

The Seniors Council forms an integral reference point for the future development of a Wyong Shire Quality Ageing Strategy.

The Senior Citizens Council meets monthly. Contact Wyong Shire Council’s Seniors Council Organiser, Annette Evans on (02) 4350 5524 to find out more or to get involved.

Active Seniors

Find out more about these local groups and activities available for seniors

• Wyong Senior Activities
• MENsheds

Wyong Shire has an increasing network of shared pathways for walking and cycling. If you want to volunteer your time to help the community, check Volunteering Australia or Landcare

Celebrating Achievements and Challenging Stereotypes

Each year Wyong Shire Council celebrates the achievements and contributions of seniors and welcomes and promotes participation in cultural activities and community life through the promotion of Seniors Week activities.

Visit the Department of Ageing, Disability and Aged Care for additional information.

Aged Care Services

For an extensive directory of service providers and their services contact the Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres on 1800 052 222.

Take a look at aged care services or Central Coast Home and Community Care Service Providers for local services.

To search for other groups and organisations try the Community Information Directory.