Support Services, Aged Care Sessions for Over-65s

Older man smiles at staff member indoors

Council is holding free information sessions next month to help connect older residents, their families, and their carers with local and Australian Government support services.

Building on over-65s sessions held earlier in the year, these upcoming free events will cover recent reforms to the aged care sector and the latest updates on Support at Home and other government programs.

Upcoming session details
Location
Date
Time

Berridale Council Chambers

2 Myack St, Berridale

Wednesday

13 August 2025

9.30am to 11.30am

Horizons Lake Jindabyne

62 Kosciuszko Rd, Jindabyne

Wednesday

13 August 2025

1pm to 3pm

Werri-Nina Centre, Cooma

227 Sharp St, Cooma

Thursday 14 August 2025

9am to 11am

Club Bombala

156 Maybe St, Bombala

Thursday 14 August 2025

1pm to 3pm

Stop by for a chat with staff from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, local service providers, and Council's Community Services Support Programs team.

Topics

  • Aged care reforms
  • Support at Home program
  • How to navigate My Aged Care
  • Transport services
  • Meals on Wheels
  • Individual and group-based social support
  • In-home support services
  • Assistance with property maintenance and modifications
  • Carer respite services and support

Getting older shouldn't mean losing your independence or quality of life. Local services are available here in the Snowy Monaro to help and support you as you age.

It can be tricky to know where to start, with multiple government agencies offering a variety of services and programs. These sessions will empower you and your family to be able to access support when you need it.

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