Seniors Month celebrations bigger than ever before

THERE is no time for seniors to rest this October with more than 30 events taking place on the Fraser Coast for Seniors Month. From talent shows, movie screenings and lifestyle expos there is something for everyone to get involved with. Mayor George Seymour said the events are held to allow people of all cultures, and abilities to come together and connect; celebrating the essential role that older people play in our community. “We hope by hosting inclusive and interesting events and activities, Seniors Month will bring people together within their community, uniting them through shared interests

and passions,” he said. “It also provides a great opportunity to discover new programs and activities, and support services.” The month kicks off on Saturday 1 October, the United Nations International Day of Older Persons. Fraser Coast Regional Council Seniors Liaison Officer Juls De Waard said the jam-packed month was an opportunity for anyone over 50 to meet new people and engage with the community. “Isolation and loneliness are huge issues so I am hoping that during October these events will encourage people to get out of the house,” she said. “We want our seniors to be

confident, stay active and beengaged with the community.“Seniors Month will provideopportunities to promotepositive community attitudestowards older people andageing, facilitate communityparticipation, and enhancecommunity connections.”For more information onSeniors Month activitiesin Hervey Bay including aprintable calendar of events goto www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/supporting-seniors.Seniors Month programswill also be available fromCouncil’s Customer ServiceCentres, libraries and localservices for seniors