Connecting older Australians
Be Connected
The Be Connected website helps older Australians increase their digital confidence, skills and online safety. You can find free computer classes and do online courses on their website.
Learn about internet banking, social media and being safe online on the Be Connected website. These links will take you away from myGov.
Staying social
Keeping up social contact as you get older is important for your mental health and wellbeing. It can also help give you a sense of security.
There’s information available to help you stay connected with friends and family and to make new friends. These links will take you away from myGov.
Recreation
There are state and territory resources to help you find things to do. These links will take you away from myGov.
| State or territory | Resource |
|---|---|
| ACT | ACT Office for Seniors |
| NSW | Activities for people over 60 in NSW |
| NT | For seniors |
| QLD | Social connection and leisure |
| SA | Community, sport and leisure |
| Tas | Community events |
| Vic | Get involved |
| WA | Age-friendly communities |
Volunteering
Many people choose to donate some of their spare time to a cause or charity. There are lots of options available across Australia.
You can search for volunteering opportunities that may suit you by keyword and location on the GoVolunteer website.
Other resources
There are other resources available to help you as you get older. Some of these links may take you away from myGov.