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Get rid of that stress, feel good about yourself and stay healthy and connected. Find information on physical activity and social groups for older people here.
OM:NI – Older Men New Ideas Discussion Groups
Older Men: New Ideas (OM:NI) men’s discussion groups provide a safe place for all men over 50 to meet, listen to others and share their knowledge and experiences. To read more about OM:NI groups, find one close to you or watch a video of a group in action, visit our OM:NI page.
Whether you’re looking to get social, get active or get inspired this winter, check out what your local council and their partner organisations have on.
Services through your local council or library
Find support, engagement, and fun in your local area. Local councils across Victoria are leading the way with opportunities for connecting locally for all generations.
Whether you’re looking to get social, get active or get inspired this winter, check out what your local council and their partner organisations have on.
Use the Municipal Association of Victoria’s VIC Councils website to find your local council, and use the Public Libraries Victoria website to find your nearest library.
LiveUp
LiveUp is a free national healthy ageing platform that features tailored activities, assistive products, social connections and more, all in your local area or online.
- Call 1800 951 971
- Visit the LiveUp website
Life Activities Clubs
Life Activities Clubs is a community organisation for people aged 50+. They offer social, educational, recreational and physical activities through their network of clubs in Victoria. Each Life Activities Club has its own membership subscription, usually $20 – $30 per year. Visit Life Activities Clubs’ website to find a location near you.
Neighbourhood Houses Victoria
There are over 400 Neighbourhood Houses across Victoria.
Use the Neighbour Houses Victoria website to find a house closest to you.
Probus
Probus is an international organisation for retired and semi-retired people. They offer a wide range of social groups and interest-based activities. These include sports and craft events, a caravan and camping group, along with domestic and international trips. There are hundreds of clubs in Victoria and each one sets their own membership fee. Search for a club near you, or visit the Probus Association of Victoria for more information.
FriendLine
Have an anonymous chat with a friendly volunteer with FriendLine.
- Call 1800 4 CHATS (1800 424 287)
- Visit the FriendLine website
University of the Third Age (U3A)
University of the Third Age (U3A) provides classes for people over 50 who are retired or semi-retired. These are designed to be both educational and social. There are no examinations or certificates. There are over 100 U3As across Victoria. U3A charges an annual membership fee and some classes may also have an extra cost. Find a U3A near you online, or call them on (03) 9670 3659.
Ending Loneliness Together
To find groups, organisations and services that will help you, or someone you know, connect with others and build meaningful relationships, use the Ending Loneliness Directory.
The Chatty Café
Use The Chatty Café website to find a table nearest you.
Elder Rights Advocacy
ERA connects older people with caring volunteers for friendship and companionship.
- Call 1800 700 600
- Visit the Elders Rights Advocacy website
PRONIA
PRONIA has been providing support and advocacy for over 50 years to Victoria’s Greek and wider community. Services provided include an early learning centre, case work services, community capacity building, aged care services, and other specialist services.
- Call 03 9388 9998
- Visit the PRONIA website
Connect Local
This program supports community members 65 years and older in Glen Eira, Victoria, to link with local social activities to improve social connection and promote wellbeing.
- Call 1800 929 022
- Visit the Connect Local website
Seniors Clubs
Seniors Clubs are places where people can meet and socialise. Some are based around shared interests while others are more general. Different clubs will have their own rules about membership. Each local council should have a list of clubs available in their area. View a listing of local councils’ websites.
Support for Seniors Clubs
Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) has a variety of resources to help you run a seniors club. Many of these are available in languages other than English. Information available includes:
- model rules
- record-keeping
- financial requirements.
Not-for-profit Law at Justice Connect also has information, including a guide on getting started with running a club.
Sometimes disputes happen within clubs. CAV has information on resolving disputes. Your local council may also be able to help. The Disputes Settlement Centre of Victoria provides free advice and mediation services for clubs and committees. You can also call them on 1300 372 888.
In the webinar below, an expert panel discusses the legal and practical sides of supporting senior citizens’ groups in conflict.