Expo to help empower senior citizens

A free expo designed to provide valuable information and resources to help empower older people will be held at Bribie Island next month.

Senior citizens, along with their families and carers, are invited to attend the expo on October 10, which will be held at the community hall at the Churches of Christ Campus in Foley St.

It will run from 9.30am-noon.

Churches of Christ Executive General Manager Operations, Donna Hart, says the day will feature a variety of information stalls, entertainment, and a morning tea.

“This community event is designed to help seniors navigate the many aged care options available in the Moreton Bay region and encourage connection through community and aligning likeminded groups and businesses all in one place,” Donna says.

“Whether you are a senior who could benefit from home care services or a caregiver seeking more information about how to support seniors, this event is an opportunity to explore how we can make our homes and communities more supportive and inclusive.”

Churches of Christ is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit service providers, helping more than 25,000 Australians each year with retirement and aged care, foster and kinship care, family support, youth support, social housing, and Christian faith services.

To RSVP, phone 3363 1881 or email events@cofcqld.com.au

About Queensland Seniors Month

The expo is held in conjunction with Queensland Seniors Month, which celebrates Queenslanders and their ongoing contribution to the state—whether as volunteers or in the workforce, community leaders or carers, grandparents, or advocates.

Held every October, Seniors Month is also about increasing the social connectedness of older people and their communities.

A number of events are held across the state throughout the month, often hosted by community groups and local organisations.

To find more events near you, visit the Queensland Seniors Month website.