South Australians are being encouraged to value and celebrate the diversity of older people and their significant contributions to our society, as part of the first-ever Week of Ageing Well, October 1-7.
Coordinated by Office for Ageing Well, the week provides an opportunity for all South Australians to connect through events and activities that support happy, healthy, and meaningful lives.
The week begins on International Day of Older Persons and encourages the community to reflect on 'life not labels' to help create positive change.
Events and activities already planned during the Week include SA Seniors Card's 30th birthday celebrations, SA Seniors Card's Through the Lens photography competition and exhibition and the 'Tea Trail: Australian Tea Experience' which is a partnership between Nature Festival and Office for Ageing Well.
The week also leads into the Australian Masters Games from October 7 - a week-long sports festival which brings together weekend warriors from around Australia and the world to compete. There's no maximum age limit, with sports offering categories for people aged 60+.
South Australia's Week of Ageing Well will be held annually from October 1-7 and supports South Australia's Plan for Ageing Well 2020-2025.
