Australian Pensioners and Superannuants
League (QLD)
The APSL is an organisation that provides services, undertakes research
and lobbies government and non-government organisations on behalf of the
elderly and others who may be receiving pensions or superannuation funds
as a major source of income.
Brisbane City Council - Seniors
Provides information on the Council Cab and Library services for
seniors, Senior's Week and other events.
Brisbane Seniors Online -
Open to over 50's we mentor computer use to our members in their own homes.
Carers QLD provide
a range of professional support services for family or informal
carers. Services include counselling, professional and informal
advocacy, peer support and mentoring, education and training,
telephone advice line, carer support groups and support for young
carers.
Council of the Aging (COTA)
Queensland aims to mobilise older people, those who work with
them, governments, and the community towards achieving well-being and
social justice for all older people.
Life Goes On 24hour
7days telephone counselling service for patients and families facing the
challenges of a serious illness, care at the end of life, or
bereavement. All counsellors have survived a serious illness or cared
for someone they loved so they understand what you’re going through. All
counsellors have been highly trained to take your call.
Office of the Adult
Guardian
The role of the Adult Guardian is to protect the rights and interests of
adults with impaired capacity.
Older People Speak Out
OPSO is an independent, free-spirited group with the experience,
knowledge and qualifications to speak out on older people.
Older Women's Network
(QLD)
Our vision is for members to gain new friends, self-confidence,
self-esteem, new interests and ideas as well as reducing isolation
changing family circumstances may cause.
Ozcare
Ozcare is a leading not for profit organisation that provides a wide
range of health and community services throughout Queensland.
The Public Trustee Office of
Queensland
The Public Trust Office is a self-funded State Government agency that
provides Queenslanders with financial, trustee, legal, property and
associated services
The Spring Hill Branch of Relationships Australia (Qld) provides a variety of services including relationship counselling (to both individuals, couples or families), educational programs such as Before and After baby: Bettering Your Bonds; Building Better Relationships (for couples wanting to enhance and enrich their relationship); For the Best of Your Life to Come (for those over 40 years of age); and Over 60s, Ageing as You Choose. Family Violence Programs for women, include one day workshops relating to Assertiveness, Communication, Self Esteem, Emotional Abuse and Boundaries. Also provided is a no charge, 8-week Women's Group "When Loving Hurts" for women who are in, or have been in, abusive/ violent relationships. For men, a 15 week program "Alternatives to Aggression" is available to men who have used violent or abusive behaviour toward their female partner. The Branch also provides a free gambling help service as well as a free gambling related financial counselling service. A relationship counselling service is also now being provided by Relationships Australia in the western suburbs of Brisbane.
Wesley Mission Brisbane, an
outreach of the Albert Street Uniting Church, is one of Brisbane's
longest-established welfare ministries. It provides care and comfort and
support to thousands of men, women and children through a network of
Aged Care facilities and community services throughout the greater
Brisbane region.
Aged Care Assessment Team - (Dept.of Health and Ageing)
Aged Care Assessment Teams assess your specific care and health needs and
advise you on what type of Australian Government funded services you need to
help you continue living in your home or whether you should enter an aged
care home.
Arthritis Australia
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One in six Australians – that's more than 3.4 million people - has
arthritis. Arthritis Australia is the peak arthritis organisation in
Australia. It is supported by affiliate offices in every state and territory
Brain Australia -
Mission - reduce the incidence and impact of disorders of the brain, spinal
cord and nervous system through the provision of support, community
education and research.
Community Visitors Scheme
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National program that provides companionship to socially isolated people
living in Australian Government-funded aged care homes.
COTA - Connecting Over 50s throughout
Australia, formerly known as Council on the Ageing, is an independent
consumer organisation run by and for senior Australians.
Diabetes Australia is a not-for-profit organisation reliant on community
support. All funds raised on behalf of the organisation are re-invested into
research, health services, provision of self-management products and
services, and public awareness.
Elder Abuse (Helpline) -
The EAPU operates a state-wide telephone information, support and referral
service for anyone experiencing abuse or witnessing the abuse of an older
person
Family and Community Services -
The Family and Community Services portfolio is responsible for a broad range
of social policy issues affecting Australian society and the living
standards of Australian families, communities and individuals.
GettingOlder.com.au
information and a discussion forums on issues to do with aging and caring
for aging parents or partners.
Grey Path -
Information, activities and special interests. Goal is to "Empower seniors
and enrich the quality of our lives."
Heart Foundation -
As Australia's leading heart health charity, the National Heart Foundation
of Australia carries out life-saving work in research, prevention and
education to reduce the loss and suffering caused by cardiovascular disease.
Legacy Australia -
A uniquely Australian organisation established in 1923 by ex-servicemen
dedicated to the task of caring for the widows and dependants of deceased
comrades, whether they died on active service or later in civilian life.
Medicare Australia -
Medicare provides access to: free treatment as a public (Medicare) patient
in a public hospital; free or subsidised treatment by practitioners such as
doctors, including specialists, participating optometrists or dentists
(specified services only)
Medicine Line -
Independent and accurate information about the safe and effective use of
medicines
National Association of Community
Legal Centres -
Community Legal Centres are independent organisations who provide legal
advice and advocacy for a wide range of people in the community, especially
people on low incomes or who are otherwise disadvantaged.
National Prescribing Service -
National Prescribing Service (NPS) is a member-based organisation providing
accurate, balanced, evidence-based information and services to health
professionals and the community on Quality Use of Medicines (QUM).
Probus Clubs -
Probus is an association of retired and semi-retired men and women who join
together in clubs, the basic purpose of which is to provide regular
opportunities for them to keep their minds active, expand their interests
and to enjoy the fellowship of new friends.
Royal Flying Doctor Service -
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia is a not-for-profit charitable
service providing aeromedical emergency and primary health care services
together with communication and education assistance to people who live,
work and travel in regional and remote areas.
Seniors.gov.au -
the Commonwealth Government's online source for all Australians over 50.
Seniors' Info Links -
Provides links to sites for seniors covering health, financial, transport,
advocacy, care and other information
St John Ambulance Australia -
St John Ambulance Australia is a self-funding charitable organisation,
active in all States and Territories, dedicated to helping people in
sickness, distress, suffering or danger. Website provides first aid quick
reference for emergencies.
Superannuation Complaints Tribunal -
The Superannuation Complaints Tribunal (SCT) is an independent Tribunal set
up by the Commonwealth Government to deal with complaints about:
superannuation funds, annuities and deferred annuities; and Retirement
Savings Accounts (RSA's) .
The Benevolent Society -
An independent, secular, not-for-profit organisation with a long
history of working with communities to create positive change. Find out more
about our work with women, children, families, older people and communities
- and how you can get involved.
U3A - University of
the Third Age - offers short courses covering a range of interests for older
people who want to study online, and many other useful resources.
Useful online
stores
Bad Backs
has articles, discussion forums and a range of traditional & alternative
back care products to help relieve injury or chronic pain conditions and
help healing. They also have preventative products and relief for people
(like me) who spend a lot of time sitting at computers. (See
shop details)
Capers Bookstore specialises in women's health. Categories include: