Queensland GovernmentAlthough the Office for Seniors has the lead role for ageing issues in Queensland, other government agencies have responsibility for providing specific services for older people in the areas of health, transport, aged care, financial support, and housing.
The Older People's Action Program was established in 1995 to assist seniors at risk of social isolation. As part of the program, the Department of Communities provides funds to 20 non-government organisations in various locations across the state.
Older people's organisations.
The 60 and Better Program supports older people to develop and manage healthy ageing programs in their own communities using community development principles and practices.