Offers professional allied health services to
individuals at Southport Therapy Centre and at Blue Care residential aged care facilities.
Churches of Christ Care Community Care - Gold Coast
Suite 4, South Building, 34 Glenferrie Drive, Robina 4226
P 5592 7200
W agedcareguide.com.au
Offers several community care services to eligible seniors and those needing support to remain independent in their community.
Ozcare Allied Health
214-218 Highfield Drive, Robina 4226
P 5569 6200
W ozcare.org.au
Ozcare offers a range of services including nursing, allied health and dementia support programs to members of the Queensland community to promote healthy, active ageing.
Community health
ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team)
2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226
P 5536 8283
W myagedcare.gov.au.
To assess the medical, physical, physiological and social needs of older people.
CHARM
2019 GC Hwy Miami 4220
P 1300 780 128
W health.qld.gov.au/haac
This is a therapy program for HACC eligible clients who are experiencing difficulties with their daily living skills.
Community Health Central Intake Unit
No 2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226
P 1300 668 936
W health.qld.gov.au
Provides referrals community health centres at Robina and Helensvale.
Continence services
Blue Care - Elanora
1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221
P 5534 6177
W bluecare.org.au
Continence resource nurse and the provision of referrals and assistance with equipment prescription.
Ozcare
PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230
P 5569 6200
W ozcare.org.au
Ozcare is a leading not-for-profit
organisation, providing a diverse range of quality health and human services from over 60 locations throughout Queensland.
Domestic assistance and home
maintenance/modifications
Anglicare Community Care - Southern Queensland
Suite 3/34-36 Glenferrie Dr Robina 4226
P 5553 5200
W anglicaresq.org.au
An Anglican not-for-profit organisation committed to social and community welfare issues, aged and community care needs, focusing on disadvantaged members of our community.
At Home Care Grants - Youngcare
75 St Pauls Terrace Spring Hill 4000
P 3041 3400
W youngcare.com.au/qldgrants
One-off grants of up to $10,000 to assist young people with disabilities aged 18 - 65 years living at home and at risk of entering aged care facilities.
Home and Community Care (HACC) - Homecare
2019 GC H’way Miami 4220
P 1300 780 128
W health.qld.gov.au/haac
Basic domestic service for HACC eligible clients who have a pension card.
Home Assist Secure
473 Golden Four Dr Tugun 4224
P 5598 1073
W housing.qld.gov.au
Department of Communities service providing information and referral. Depending on eligibility and need, the service can also provide subsidised assistance with essential home maintenance, security and minor modifications.
Education and traineeships
U3A Broadbeach
PO Box 526 Pacific Fair 4218
P 5572 9212
W u3abroadbeach.com
Its charter is to foster lifelong learning in people over 50 years of age - the concept of University of the Third Age (U3A) which commenced in Toulouse, France in 1973 and has since spread around the world.
U3A Gold Coast Inc
PO Box 3365 Australia Fair Southport 4215
P 5591 6671
W u3anorthgc.com
A learning community organised by and for people in retirement.
U3A Online
Online
W u3aonline.org.au
U3A Online is the world-first virtual University of the Third Age delivering online learning via the Internet.
Employment and voluntary work
Jobseeker P 03 9418 7477
W jobseeker.org.au
Information about community, not-for-profit and government jobs.
Smart Jobs P 13 74 68
W smartjobs.qld.gov.au
Provides information about jobs and careers within Queensland Government.
Volunteer Seeker
375 Johnston St, Abbotsford 3067
W volunteer.infoxchange.net.au Matches volunteers and carers.
Volunteering GC Volunteer Services
2074 Gold Coast Hwy Miami 4220
P 5526 0688
W volunteeringgc.org.au
Volunteering Gold Coast provides a wide range of services to community organisations, including supporting volunteer management, education and training, referrals, recruitment, events and community transport services.
Entertainment groups
Autumn Leaves Entertainment Group
9A Castile Cr Holmview 4207
E [email protected] A voluntary musical group programed especially for senior citizens clubs, retirement villages, nursing homes, hostels and respite centres. Bookings taken from Brisbane to Nerang. Relying on donations modest towards expenses.
Double The Fun
Gold Coast
P 5597 1243 0409 971 243
W doublethefun.net.au
Husband and wife entertaining duo. Wide choice of music including: Parodies, Old-time, Opera, Jazz, Blues and Multicultural. “Theme Shows are our Specialty”. Available 7 days per week.
Encore Group
P 5576 7473 5506 6620
Provide entertainment to nursing homes, Senior Citizens clubs, etc. Meet weekly at Maher Hall, Burleigh Heads on Tues at 9am-11.30am for rehearsal.
Entertainers (The)
Gold Coast
P 5532 8593
Entertainers at Senior Citizens Centres, nursing homes, retirement homes and other venues. Covering Tweed to Southport area.
Evergreens Variety Group
Gold Coast
P 5593 3580 5630 8269
Available to entertain at nursing homes, senior citizens clubs, retirement villages, etc. with singers, instrumentalists, magic, etc. Contact Gwynne phone 5593 3580 or Arthur phone 5630 8269 for Bookings.
Noel Murphy Variety Show
1/256 Marine Pde Labrador 4215
P 5571 0863
Entertain at nursing homes, retirement villages and senior citizens centres. Also help raise funds for Lifeline, St. Vincents and charity shows.
Pets for Therapy
1/57 Riverpark Dr Nerang 4211
P 5578 2607
W gallerygiselle.com/pettherapy.htm We are a voluntary endeavour founded in 1989. Our aim is to give joy, laughter and love to the frail and elderly in aged care facilities,
respite centres, blind and visually impaired, children and adolescents with special needs and the intellectually handicapped.
Shirazbeens
45 Wanungara View Limpinwood 2484
P 0407 748 212
Popular, versatile entertainer/s for clubs, seniors, over 50 venues and nursing homes (including high care). Solo/duo vocal and dance act - wide range of music, themed shows for Gold Coast residents. Contact Shirley King.
Silver Liners Variety Group
Paradise Point 4216
P 5577 2180
E [email protected] Provides entertainment for nursing homes, senior citizens groups, retirement villages etc. Bright entertainment provided by dancers, singers, instrumentalists, magic. Colourful costumes. Contact Tammy for bookings.
Sundance Entertainment Group
Gold Coast areas
P 0403 770 777
We are called Sundance Entertainment Group and we entertain from Palm Beach to Sanctuary Cove at community centres, aged care, social clubs and retirement villages.
Variety Plus
PO Box 717 Coolangatta 4225
P 5536 8422 0402 258 723
Seniors’ entertainment (including fundraising): Variety shows, entertainment at nursing homes, retirement villages, seniors clubs and other venues on the Gold Coast. Area serviced: Gold Coast/Tweed.
Vibrants
Burleigh Waters 4220
P 5520 4317 0402 907 231
Entertainment for seniors clubs, retirement villages, nursing homes. Variety of entertainment. Play piano, instruments with vocal solos and duos and also dance. Contact Maureen.
Financial assistance
Centrelink
Various Centres on Coast
P 13 23 00
W humanservices.gov.au/customer/dhs/ centrelink
Information available for seniors,
pensioners, retirees in regard to pensions or other matters.
Electricity and Gas rebates P 13 74 68
E qld.gov.au/community/cost-of-living support/electricity-gas-rebates/ Queensland Government rebate on the cost of electricity supplied to the homes of eligible concession card holders.
City of Gold Coast Rate Concession
Various Centres on Coast
P 1300 465 326
You may be entitled to Council’s Pensioner Rate Remission and/or the State
Government’s Pensioner Rate Subsidy on your next rates bill if you own and occupy the property and are the holder of either pensioner concession card or gold veteran’s affair card
Seniors Card Discount Scheme P 13 74 68
W qld.gov.au/seniors/legal-finance concessions/using-seniors-card/ Seniors Card and Seniors Business Discount Card scheme is a free service that delivers savings to eligible Queenslanders aged 60 years or older
Government - commonwealth
Australian Human Rights Commission
GPO Box 5218 Sydney 2001
P 1300 656 419
W humanrights.gov.au
Information line on federal discrimination laws. Complaint Information line: phone 1300 656 419, TTY: phone 1800 620 241.
Dept of Health - Ageing
PO Box 9848 Canberra ACT 2601
P 1800 020 103
E health.gov.au
Seeks to provide better health and healthier ageing for all Australians through the administration of a variety of health-related programs.
Dept of Veterans’ Affairs
Level 5 12 Short St Southport 4215
P 5630 0203
Programs for war veterans and their
dependants. Provides information about DVA entitlements and health care.
Home Care Package - Level 2 (equivalent to the former Community Aged care Packages)
214-218 Highfield Drive Robina 4226
P 1800 200 422
W myagedcare.gov.au/aged-care-services/ home-care-packages
Supports people with low-level care needs.
Home Care Package - Level 4 (equivalent to the former Extended Care at Home and Extended Care at Home Dementia)
214-218 Highfield Drive Robina 4226
P 1800 200 422
W myagedcare.gov.au/aged-care-services/ home-care-packages
Supports people with high-level care needs.
Government - State
Qld Health P 1343 2584
W health.qld.gov.au
Funds hospitals, public health programs, community health and mental health centres around the State.
Health services - general
ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team)
2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226
P 5536 8283 5506 7590
W agedcareaustralia.gov.au To assess the medical, physical, physiological and social needs of older people. To assist them in making the most appropriate decisions to maintain an on going quality of life.
Blue Care Allied Health Services
5/46 Smith St Southport 4215
P 5555 4444
W bluecare.org.au
Offers professional allied health services to individuals at Southport Therapy Centre and at Blue Care residential aged care facilities. Some home visits available for people who are housebound. Services include dietetics, physiotherapy, social work, etc. CHARM 2019 GC Hwy Miami 4220 P 1300 780 128 E [email protected] W health.qld.gov.au/haac
This is a therapy program for HACC eligible clients who are experiencing difficulties with their daily living skills. This service also offers a falls prevention program.
Feros Care
Locked Bag 1 Coolangatta 4225
P 1300 763 583 5669 0500
W feroscare.com.au
Provide a comprehensive range of aged and community care services that can be tailored to suit individuals. Services include residential, respite and community care. Non-profit company with a proven track record in providing appropriate services.
Multicultural Communities Council GC Inc Community Aged Care Program
1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214
P 5527 8011
W mccgc.com.au
Provides individual care plans to elderly, allowing them to live in their own homes with dignity and confidence. Bi-lingual care workers. Aims are to facilitate and promote the well-being of linguistically and culturally diverse communities.
Hearing and vision impairment
Australian Hearing National Line P 13 17 97
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Beenleigh
Shop 1 Mt Warren Park Shopping Centre, 20 Mt Warren Blvd
Mt Warren Park 4207
P 3827 7500
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Biggera Waters
Biggera Waters Family Practice, 40 Hollywell Road, Biggera Waters 4216
P 5555 1200
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Burleigh West
Burleigh West Medical Centre, 138 West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads 4220
P 5554 8900
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Helensvale
Helensvale Community Centre, 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale 4212
P 5556 1200
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Nerang
Room 4/Bicentenial Community Room, Nerang-Southport Road, Nerang 4211
P 5554 8900
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Ormeau
Ormeau Community and Youth Centre, 3 Cuthbert Drive, Ormeau 4208
P 3827 7500
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Palm Beach
2/6 Sixth Ave Palm Beach 4221 5586 4300
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Paradise Point
Paradise Point Medical Practice Shop 101 12-14 Bruce Ave Paradise Point 4216
P 5557 1200
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Robina
Suite 3/Local Directories, 138 Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina 4226
P 5554 8900
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Southport
Suite 3 Central 3/9 Lawson St Southport 4215
P 5555 1200 5532 6889
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Australian Hearing - Tweed Heads
80-82 Keith Compton Dr Tweed Heads 2485
P 5506 5400
W hearing.com.au
Audiological assessment, rehabilitation and hearing aids through Office of Hearing services for Aged and DVA pensioners and children under 26 years.
Better Hearing Australia Gold Coast Inc
Sight Loss Centre Cnr High and Smith Sts Southport 4215
P 5570 4826
E [email protected] Weekly classes in Hearing Loss Management, offers assistance in managing a hearing loss, including lip speaking, information and advice to the hearing impaired, family and friends. A not-for-profit, self-help organisation. Please contact for Tweed Heads.
Home care/home help
Ashmore Retreat Home Care Services
19 Allunga Ave Ashmore 4214
P 5656 1000
W retreatcare.com.au
Offers a home-help service designed to assist the aged and frail to stay in the comfort of their own home, as opposed to moving to residential care. Offers assistance with personal care needs, house cleaning, shopping, social outings, transportation, etc.
Glendale Care
Robina
P 0409 155 646
W glendalecare.com.au
We are committed to helping retirees to continue to live independently at home in their own community. Services include personal care, domestic assistance, respite care, transport needs, meal preparation, early stages dementia and alzheimer’s care.
HACC Services
9 Fifth Ave Palm Beach 4221
P 1300 780 128
W health.qld.gov.au/haac
Basic domestic service for HACC eligible clients who have a pension card.
Home and Community Care (HACC) - Homecare
2019 GC H’way Miami 4220
P 1300 780 128
W health.qld.gov.au/haac
Basic domestic service for HACC eligible clients who have a pension card.
Home Instead Senior Care
6/9 Frinton St Southport 4215
P 5591 2444
W homeinstead.com.au
Trusted one-to-one home support for seniors who wish to remain independant in their own homes. Services include personal care, domestic assistance, respite care, transport needs, meal preparation, early stages dementia and alzheimer’s care.
Multicultural Communities Council GC Aged Care Program
1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214
P 5527 8011
W mccgc.com.au
Provides in-home help for elderly/ people with a disability allowing them to maintain independence while remaining at home with dignity and
confidence for as long as practical. Services include domestic assistance, in-home respite, personal care, etc.
PresCare Community Services
1 Shepparton Rd Helensvale 4212
P 5519 6600
W prescare.org.au
Programs designed to assist older people to maintain independence at home for as long as possible. Customised packages for individual needs include Community aged care (CACP), Extended aged care at Home (EACHP), (EACH), plus disability and dementia care.
RSL HomeCare
Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211
P 1300 775 227 5503 8000
W rslcare.com.au
Provides home support through paid and volunteer staff. Includes home visiting, volunteer support, home-based respite, community nursing, domestic assistance, social support and help with shopping and transport. Not-for-profit organisation.
Someone Who Cares
Suite 6 39-41 Nerang St Nerang 4211
P 5502 2288
W someonewhocares.com.au
Provide all levels of personal and domestic care including professional nursing, appointment/shopping escort, etc. at competitive rates. Home care provider offering full support service 24/7 to enable people to live in their own homes.
Home maintenance/home assist
Home Assist/Secure - GC Central
2/130 Scarborough St Southport
P 5538 1947
Provides assistance, information and referral on home repairs, maintenance, minor modifications and security to people 60 years plus and/or with a disability, who are home owners or live in rental housing. Must register to receive help.
Home Assist/Secure - GC North
Unit 2 36 Harvest Ct Southport 4215
P 5531 3502
Provide information direction to the elderly for home repairs, minor modifications and home
security assessments and direct assistance
to people 60 years and over receiving a pension or self funded of any age with a disability. Must register to receive help.
Home Assist/Secure - GC South
473 Golden Four Dr Tugun 4224
P 5598 1073
Provides information and assistance to people aged 60 years and over and/or the disabled, with minor home maintenance, repairs and security. Must register to receive help.
Home Maintenance & Modification Program St Vincent de Paul
126 Allied Dr Arundel 4214
P 5561 4730 5561 4701
W vinnies.org.au
Direct assistance with home modifications of kitchens, bathrooms, etc. Home and garden maintenance, minor maintenance jobs, safety, leaks, remesh doors and repair to white goods. Clients can self refer. Clients must be HACC eligible.
Information services
ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team) Information Line
2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226
P 1300 130 143
W agedcareconnect.com.au
To assess the medical, physical, physiological and social needs of older people.
Beyondblue Info Line P 1300 224 636
W beyondblue.org.au
Beyondblue is working to reduce the impact of depression and anxiety in the community by raising awareness and understanding, empowering people to seek help, and supporting recovery, management and resilience.
Cancer Council Queensland Helpline
553 Gregory Terrace Fortitude Valley 4006
P 13 11 20
W cancerqld.org.au
Trained professionals provide information, education and support for the prevention and treatment of cancer as well as cancer care.
Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre
1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221
P 1800 052 222
W www9.health.gov.au/ccsd
Information on a wide range of community care programs for the aged and those with a disability (any age) to help them stay in their own home.
Continence Foundation of Australia -National Continence Helpline
30-32 Sydney Rd Brunswick Victoria 3056
P 1800 330 066
W continence.org.au
The National Continence Helpline is a free telephone advisory service funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing.
Council on the Ageing - infolink - COTA
Level 1-25 Mary St Brisbane 4000
W cotaq.org.au
COTA’s Seniors Infolinks assists individuals, carers and organisations to find services and information to assist within formed decision-making about well-being and lifestyle choices.
Seniors’ Enquiry Line
PO Box 2376, Chermside Centre 4032
P 1300 135 500
W seniorsenquiryline.com.au A State-wide information and referral service for seniors and their carers.
In-home nursing care
Anglicare Southern Queensland (ASQ)
Suite 3/34-36 Glenferrie Dr Robina 4226
P 5553 5200
W anglicaresq.org.au
HACC, Community aged care and personal care, in-home respite, DVA nursing, extended aged care at home, palliative care, post-acute care,
accompanied shopping assistance, social support, etc. Podiatry, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and dietary help.
Anglicare SQ Robina
186 Robina Town Centre Dr Robina 4226
P 1800 785 853
W anglicaresq.org.au
HACC and NRCP centre-based respite well-being program. Anglicare SQ Southport PO Box 2953 Southport 4215 P 1800 785 853 E [email protected] W anglicaresq.org.au
HACC, Community aged care packages. In-home respite, domestic and shopping assistance, social support, etc. Centre based respite well being program, CAPS packages and chronic condition self-management courses.
Anglicare SQ West Burleigh
25 Tallebudgera Creek Rd West Burleigh 4219
P 1800 785 853
W anglicaresq.org.au
Social support, CAPS packages and domestic assistance. Counselling services also available, phone 1300 114 397 or email: [email protected]
Blue Care (Blue Nursing) Southport/ Surfers Paradise Centre
88 Muir St Labrador 4215
P 5532 0588
W bluecare.org.au
Home-based and clinic facility nursing services operated by Blue Care 7 days per week from 7.30am - 7.30pm. After hours services may be negotiated as required.
Blue Care Lower South Coast/ Tweed Centre
1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221
P 5534 6177
W bluecare.org.au
Home based and clinic facility. Nursing services operated by Blue Care 7 days a week from 7.30am. After hours services may be negotiated as required.
OZcare Home Nursing
PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230
P 5569 6200
W ozcare.org.au
Palliative care to enable the dying to face death with minimum discomfort or loss of dignity. Family support cared for at home. Provides general home care services for HACC eligible clients to assist them with respite care.
RSL HomeCare
Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211
E [email protected] W rslcare.com.au
RSL Care a not-for-profit organisation providing quality lifestyle and care options to ex-servicemen/women, their dependents and other members of the community. Services include community nursing, social support, domestic assistance, volunteer visiting etc.
Legal assistance
Adult Guardian
Brisbane Magistrates Court 363 George St Brisbane 4000
P 3234 0870 1300 653 187
W justice.qld.gov.au
Protects the rights and interests of adults who have impaired capacity.
Anti-Discrimination Commission Qld
Level 17/53 Albert St City East 4002
P 3246 0901
W adcq.qld.gov.au
Independent statutory authority established to receive and deal with complaints of people who have been unjustly dealt with and/or complaints of discrimination and to promote human rights in Queensland.
Australian Human Rights Commission
GPO Box 5218 Sydney 2001
P 1300 369 711
W humanrights.gov.au
Information line on Federal discrimination laws. Complaint Information line: phone 1300 656 419, TTY: phone 1800 620 241.
GC Community Legal Centre & Advice Bureau Inc.
Unit 2/18 Bay St Southport 4215
P 5532 9611
W advicebureau.org.au
Free confidential legal advice. Note: unable to provide legal advice or financial counselling via email or phone.
Legal Aid Qld 1st Floor 100 Scarborough St Southport 4215 P 1300 651 188 E [email protected] W legalaid.qld.gov.au
Legal Aid Queensland provides legal information, referrals, advice and representation to disadvantaged
Queenslanders in the areas of criminal, family and civil law.
Legal Aid Qld - Indigenous Information line 2nd Floor 100 Scarborough St Southport 4215 P 1300 650 143 E [email protected] W legalaid.qld.gov.au
Legal Aid Queensland provides legal information, referrals, advice and representation to disadvantaged Queenslanders in the areas of criminal, family and civil law.
The Public Trustee
66 Nerang St Southport 4215
P 1300 360 044
W pt.qld.gov.au
Legal management of the finances and other affairs of seniors, as approved in a court of law.
Welfare Rights Centre Inc (Qld) Advice Line
PO Box 293 Fortitude Valley 4006
P 1800 358 511
W wrcqld.org.au
A community legal centre that provides independent information and free legal advice to individuals about Social Security and Disability Discrimination Law.
Womens Legal Service Client Advice Line
387 Ipswich Rd Annerly 4103
P 1800 677 278
W wlsq.org.au
Legal information, advice and referral for domestic violence, family law, child support and other related areas of law.
Meals on wheels
Broadbeach Meals on Wheels Inc.
23 T E Peters Dr Broadbeach 4218
P 5526 2300
W qmow.org
A community service to people who are frail, aged, younger disabled and their carers.
Meals on Wheels - Nerang & District Inc
35 Mylor St Nerang 4211
P 5596 1026
W mealsonwheelsnerang.com.au Fresh, chilled or frozen meals. Fresh salads and sandwiches. Freshly chopped fruit salad. Delivered in your area or pick up. No referral necessary. Tues/Wed/Fri 9am - 1pm.
Meals on Wheels - Palm Beach
Tenth Ave Palm Beach 4221
P 5535 6036
W sharencare.com.au
Meals on Wheels are prepared and distributed from the centre. Our meals are not only for the aged, but for people recovering from surgery or anyone who finds it difficult to prepare well balanced and nourishing meals for themselves or their family.
Meals on Wheels - Paradise Point & District Inc
4 Community Lane Paradise Point 4216
P 5577 3188
Delivery of 1 x 3 course meal 7 days per week, $8.50 per meal. Self-referral is sufficient. Open 7am - 12noon
Meals on Wheels - Southport
2 Whitby St Southport 4215
P 5532 1429
W qmow.org
Delivery of a 3 course meal, 5 days a week, self-referral. Office open Mon - Fri 7.30am - 3pm. Check for meal costs. Extra meals delivered on Fri for weekend.
Meals on Wheels - Twin Towns
C/o Tweed Hospital Powell/Florence Sts Tweed Heads 2485
P 5506 7481 5536 1133
W qmow.org
Provide 3 course meal per day to those unable to do for themselves. Aged, post operative, sick persons. Doctor’s certificate required. Interview and assessment. Also cater for younger people with a disability. Meals delivered Fri for weekend.
Nerang & District Meals On Wheels Inc
35 Mylor St Nerang 4211
P 5596 1026
W mealsonwheelsnerang.com.au Fresh, chilled or frozen meals. Fresh salads and sandwiches. Freshly chopped fruit salad. Delivered in your area or pick up. No referral necessary. Tues/Wed/Fri 9am - 1pm.
Paradise Point & Districts Meals On Wheels Inc.
4 Community Lane Paradise Point 4216
P 5577 3188
W qmow.org
Delivery of 1 x 3 course meal 7 days per week, $8.50 per meal. Self-referral is sufficient. Open 7am - 12noon
Southport Meals on Wheels Senior Citizens Assoc Inc
2 Whitby St Southport 4215
P 0414 712 744 5529 7910
W southportseniorcitizens.com Tai Chi exercise and dancing, including line dancing, new vogue, Scottish, square dancing and tap dancing.
Medical aids
AIDACARE
Unit 1-2/48 Olympic Circuit Southport 4215
P 5564 5650
W aidacare.com.au
Provides equipment and products for personal use or supply to aged care facilities, hospitals and occupational therapists. Offers a range of hire equipment for short term needs. Open Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm.
Continence Aids Payment Scheme
All areas
P 1800 330 066
W health.gov.au
Medicare help available to meet costs for persons on a disability support pension or mobility allowance with permanent continence condition for bowel and bladder care items. Ages from 5 years to adult.
Mental health services
Ashmore Community Mental Health Service
Suite 10-27 Currumburra Rd Ashmore 4214
P 5667 2000
W health.qld.gov.au/goldcoasthealth A Gold Coast University Hospital mental health service providing acute assessment and triage (information-gathering and decision-making) for people with a mental illness or who are experiencing mental health issues.
FSG Australia envision Mental Health Services
18 Demand Ave Arundel 4214
P 5588 7350
W fsg.org.au
Providing accommodation and lifestyle services to support people with a mental illness to lead valued and inclusive lives in their community.
Mental Health Association of Australia
Unit 30 Jackman St Southport 4215
P 1300 729 686
W mentalhealth.org.au
Promotes awareness, acceptance and action on mental health for all Australians
Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland
Unit 3 14-28 Ivan St Arundel 4214
P 5563 8855
W mifq.org.au
Specialist provider of programs and services for people living with mental illness and their families and carers.
Miscellaneous services
Leading Age Services Australia Qld
6 Pavilions Close Jindalee 4074
P 3725 5555
W qld.lasa.asn.au
Provides aged, community care and retirement services. Providers from both not-for-profit and for profit sectors.
Multicultural and indigenous
services
CoAsIt Italian/Australian Welfare Association Inc Unit 2 32-34 Thomas Dr Chevron Island 4217 P 5554 6599 E [email protected] W coasit.asn.au
A non profit organisation providing services to the culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Kalwun Home and Community Care Ltd
118 Bonogin Rd Mudgeeraba 4213
P 5522 9197
W kalwun.com.au
Economic independence and stability and excellence in the quality and to provide a range of support services for the Gold Coast Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
Nursing - community
Blue Care Community - Nursing (Elanora)
1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221
P 5534 6177
W bluecare.org.au
Home-based and clinic facility nursing services operated by Blue Care. 7 days a week from 7.30am - 7.30pm. After hours services may be negotiated as required.
Blue Care Community - Nursing (Labrador)
88 Muir St Labrador 4215
P 5532 0588
W bluecare.org.au
Home-based and clinic facility nursing services operated by Blue Care. 7 days a week from 7.30am - 7.30pm. After hours services may be negotiated as required.
Ozcare Community Health
PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230
P 5569 6200
W ozcare.org.au
Provides nursing services in-home or in Ozcare clinics.
Parent and parent groups
Australian Hearing - Mermaid Waters
Mermaid Waters Skin Cancer Clinic Cr Sunshine Blvd and Karbunya St Mermaid Waters 4218
P 5554 8900
W hearing.com.au
Australian Hearing’s national network of hearing centres includes more than 110 permanently staffed centres, and we visit over 330 other locations in urban, rural and remote areas of Australia.
Pensions/benefits and concessions
Centrelink
Various Centres on Coast
P 13 23 00
W centrelink.gov.au
Information available for seniors,
pensioners, retirees in regard to pensions or other matters. For languages other than English phone 13 12 02. Pensioner Cards/ Commonwealth Seniors Cards and Health Cards.
Centrelink - Robina Retirement Service Centre
Level 5 Town Square Tce Robina Town Centre 4230
P 13 23 00
W centrelink.gov.au
Information available for seniors, pensioners, retirees in regard to pensions, financial planning on Age Pension, Concession Cards, Widow B/Wife Pension, Seniors Health Card enquiries and other matters. Languages other than English phone 13 12 02.
Dept of Housing & Public Works
80 Bazaar St Robina Town Centre 4230
P 5583 2200 1300 880 882
W hpw.qld.gov.au/Housing
Anyone over the age of 18 may be entitled to Dept of Housing accommodation if they are receiving a benefit or pension from Centrelink. Also wage earners may be eligible depending on their age and income. Visit our website to apply online.
Dept of Veterans’ Affairs (VAN)
Level 5/12 Short St Southport 4215
P 5630 0203 1800 555 254
W dva.gov.au
Dept of Veterans Affairs is responsible for paying pensions to people suffering disabilities arising from serving in the armed forces. Their families and dependants should also enquire. Office hours: Mon - Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm.
Electricity Rebate (ENERGEX)
All areas
P 13 12 53
W energex.com.au
A rebate off electricity is available to all card holding pensioners (excluding a Health card) or those holding a current Seniors Card. Conditions apply.
Motor Registration Concession
Southport 4215
P 132 380
W tmr.qld.gov.au
Concession on motor registration to holders of Qld Seniors Card or Pension Card (either from Centrelink or Department of Veteran Affairs). Application form together with Qld. Seniors Card or Pension Card to be lodged at any QLD Transport office.
Rates Concession - City of Gold Coast P 1300 366 659
W goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Offering rates concessions for pensioners depending on type of pension. Proof of pension required. Council offices at Bundall, Southport, Nerang, Coolangatta, Mermaid Waters, Palm Beach and Burleigh Heads.
Rates Concession -Tweed Shire Council
Brett St Tweed Heads 2485
P 5569 3189 1300 292 872
W tweed.nsw.gov.au
Offering rates concessions to pensioners living in Tweed Shire. Proof of pension required.
Seniors Card - Dept of Communities
GPO Box 2491 Brisbane 4001
P 13 74 68 1800 175 500
W qld.gov.au/seniorscard
Seniors Card gives access to government concessions and business discounts to QLD residents aged 60 and over, who hold a Commonwealth Concession Card. Seniors Business Discount Card for ages 60 and over. Forms at Centrelink, on website or apply by phone.
Telephone Rental Discounts - Telstra
Locked Bag 3760 GCMC 9726
P 13 2200
Pensioners on full pension can apply for discounts. Concession on connections and transfer fees.
Personal care
Alzheimer’s Australia GC Inc
No 90 Allied Dr Arundel 4214
P 5594 0270
W alzgc.asn.au
Support for carers and group support meetings monthly. Social support for people who live alone. In-home respite. Domestic assistance with personal care. Carers’ holiday program.
Multicultural Communities Council GC Aged Care Program
1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214
P 5527 8011
W mccgc.com.au
Provides individual care plans to elderly, allowing them to live in their own homes with dignity and confidence.
PresCare Community Services
1 Shepparton Rd Helensvale 4212
P 5519 6600
W prescare.org.au
Programs designed to assist older people to maintain independence at home for as long as possible.
Respite - centre-based
FSG Australia (Lakeview Centre)
Robina Town Centre Dr Robina 4230
P 5562 0232
W fsg.org.au
Planned goal orientated activities for people over 18 years with a disability living at home.
GOC Care - Day Respite
31A Crombie Ave Bundall 4217
P 5574 0296
W gocstgeorge.com.au
Provides centre-based day respite and Community aged care Packages to everybody.
Hopewell Hospice Services Inc
88 Allied Drive, Arundel 4214
P 5563 2930
W hopewell.org.au
Provides home-style accommodation and 24 hour nursing care for up to 8 terminally ill patients. Bereavement support for patients and their families.
Kalwun Day Respite Centre
118 Bonogin Rd Mudgeeraba 4213
P 5522 9197
W kalwun.com.au
Services and facilities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous persons, including centre-based and in-home respite.
Nerang Community Respite Care Assoc Inc
31 Martin St Nerang 4211
P 5578 1668
W nerangrespite.org.au
Provides care services throughout the Gold Coast region for people who have a disability, people who are older and frail and their carers.
OZcare Ashmore Day Respite Centre
C/o Parkwood Gardens 100 Usher St Labrador 4215
P 5500 2465
W ozcare.org.au
Day respite centre to care for frail aged and adults with a disability. Other support systems include: Transport to and from centre, meals and some allied health services. Provides a range of interactive activities. Supportive, friendly. Respite for Carers.
OZcare Burleigh Heads Day Respite Centre
8 Matilda St Burleigh Heads 4220
P 5576 3577
W ozcare.org.au
Centre based day respite care for frail aged and those with a disability. Other support systems include transport to and from the centre, meals and some allied health services. Provides a range of interactive activities an a supportive environment.
OZcare Runaway Bay Day Respite Centre
344 Oxley Dr Runaway Bay 4216
P 5558 7080
W ozcare.org.au
Centre-based social support for aged and younger people with a disability to assist clients’ carer/family member to have time out. Community care, respite care. Time 7.30am - 3.30pm. Respite Plus All areas P 1800 640 655 E [email protected] W fsg.org.au
Provides a coordination 24 hour service to improve access to respite services for people with disabilities and/or their carers, who face an unpredicted situation out of normal working hours.
RSL Home Care
Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211
P 1300 775 227 5503 8000
W rslcare.com.au
RSL Care a not-for-profit organisation providing quality lifestyle and care options to ex-servicemen/women, their dependants and other members of the community.
Tugun Cottage
Tugun
P 5656 0556
W centacarebrisbane.net.au
Part of Shepherd Community Services in-home respite services.
Respite - residential
Abri Residential Care
Bauer St and Heath St Southport 4215
P 5555 4888
E [email protected] Offers both low care and high care for aged residents including a separate secure environment for residents with dementia and one bed reserved for respite.
Blue Care - Residential Care
56 Sylvan Road Toowong 4066
P 1800 838 929
W bluecare.org.au
Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm
PresCare - Roslyn Lodge Tamborine Mt
24 Main Western Rd Tamborine Mt 4272
P 5545 7822
W prescare.org.au
Residential aged care facility with respite spaces.
Respite care
501 Respite & Care Services
501 Pine Ridge Rd Biggera Waters 4216
P 5537 4278
Single and double rooms for couples. Respite and aged care facilities. Low care. 24 hour assistance. Resort style living. ACAT required and Financial Asssessment. 16 dementia plus 34 aged care facilities.
Alzheimers Australia GC Inc
Rosemary House 90 Allied Dr Arundel 4214
P 5594 0270
W fightdementia.org.au/queensland Day care 5 days week. Overnight care available Monday - Thursday nights. Support for carers and group support meetings monthly. Social support for people who live alone. In-home respite. Assistance with personal care. Carers’ holiday program.
Ashmore Retreat
19 Allungra Ave Ashmore 4214
P 5656 1000
W retreatcare.com.au
A tradition of excellence in accommodation and care. Respite available by
arrangement. Government and private. Registered Nurse.
Blue Care - Coomera
12 Jowett St Coomera 4209
P 5573 7433 5580 6041
W bluecare.org.au
Centre based respite program Mon-Fri: activities, outings, carer respite. Meals and transport provided. Blue Nursing service provide assessments, treatment and advice. Lifestyle program of personal care, social support, in-home respite and domestic assistance.
Blue Care In-Home Respite (Labrador)
Arundel House 29 Melbourne Rd Arundel 4214
P 5552 2222
W bluecare.org.au
Blue Care respite services and personal care assistance. Trained respite workers provide social activities and companionship as well as practical assistance with mobility, meal preparation, shopping and light house duties for eligible clients.
Blue Care Lower South Coast/Tweed Respite Service
Akirra Cottage 26 Coolangatta Rd Kirra 4225
P 5599 1949
W bluecare.org.au
Blue Care respite centres provide support for frail, older people, people with dementia and younger people with a disability. Centre based services vary in operation between 5 and 6 days a week.
Blue Care Respite Accommodation
Gold Coast
P 1800 838 929
W bluecare.org.au
Short term respite accommodation is available in most Blue Care Residential aged care Facilities. Aged care assessment is required.
Commonwealth Respite and Centre - South Coast
23 Main St Varsity Lakes 4227
P 5562 0431 1800 052 222
W commcarelink.health.gov.au
Information on a wide range of community care programs for the aged and those with a disability (any age) to help them stay in their own home. Information on nursing and carer respite care, household help, allied health, meal services, etc.
Lifebridge East Inc
Cudgen Rd Kingscliff 2487
P 1800 043 186
W lifebridge.org.au
Aged and dementia services provides innovative, flexible, person centred options for frail aged, people with dementia and related disorders designed to Montessori philosophy. Disability services provide support to people aged 0-65 with a disability.
Multicultural Communities Council GC Inc Aged/Disability Day Respite
1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214
P 5527 8011
W mccgc.com.au
Day respite services to frail aged and younger people with disabilities and their carers. Provides culturally appropriate respite services such as suitable meals, recreational and social activities.
Provides a coordination 24 hour service to improve access to respite services for people with disabilities and/or their carers, who face an unpredicted situation out of normal working hours. Will direct to FSG Australia Support Group from 4pm.
RSL HomeCare
Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211
P 1300 775 227 5503 8000
W rslcare.com.au
Day respite care and social club held Mon at Galleon Gardens. Ring for further information on times etc.
Seniors action groups
COTAQ (Council on the Ageing Qld Inc)
2 George St PO Box 2434 Brisbane 4001
P 3138 1146
W cotaq.org.au
Research, policy development and advocacy by protecting and strengthening the voice of seniors aged 50 and over in Queensland. Core values: Social justice, access, equality, respect for all seniors in Queensland. Help raise awareness seniors make to society.
Seniors social clubs/centres
and lifestyle information, singing etc. every Tue from 10am - 2pm. Morning tea and lunch provided for a small cost.
Coolangatta Senior Citizens’ Centre Inc
2 Gerrard St Coolangatta 4225
P 5536 4050
E [email protected] A wide range of activities including: Cards, bus trips, new vogue dancing and lessons, indoor bowls, light exercise, Tai Chi, Mah Jong, free concerts, Qi Gong, 8 Ball, bingo, rock n roll. Ring for information on days and times of activities available.
Helensvale Senior Citizens Club Inc
Senior Citizens Centre 37 Discovery Dr Helensvale 4212
P 5573 4427
Activities include: Indoor bowls, games, concerts, bus outings, picnics, boat trips, mahjong and Tai Chi. A trip per month. Clubrooms 55730518 Mon - Fri 9am - 10.30am. Sports activities 3 Thu mornings of the month. Sports meeting 9am -12noon 1st Thu of the month.
Labrador Senior Citizens Centre Inc (Indoor Bowls)
370 Marine Pde Labrador 4215
P 5537 1433
Nerang Community Respite Care Assoc Inc
31 Martin St Nerang 4211
P 5578 1668
W nerangrespite.org.au
Centre based day respite for people who are aged and frail and for adults with physical disabilities. Community focussed day respite for adults with physical disabilities. Domestic assistance, personal care, social support. Centre-based programs.
OZcare In-Home Care & Respite
PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230
P 5569 6200
W ozcare.org.au
Community nursing. Access to in-home care and respite/day respite centres and other support systems.
Respite Plus Program
All areas P 1800 640 655 E [email protected] W fsg.org.au Broadbeach/Mermaid Senior Citizens Club TE Peters Dr Broadbeach 4218 P 5578 7272
Wide range of activities. Concert the 1st and 3rd Thu of the month at 1pm, indoor bowls Mon and Fri. Excellent entertainment. New members welcome.
Burleigh Heads/Miami Senior Citizens
42 Matilda St West Burleigh 4219
P 5576 8075 5535 4956
Meets 2nd and 4th Thu 1pm. Indoor bowls Wed and Fri 12.30pm. Cards Fri 9am, Line dancing Tue pm, Square dancing Sat and Scottish Country dancing Thu night. All activities at Maher Hall, Matilda St, Burleigh Heads West. Hall/facilities available for hire.
Cedar Cutters Day Club (The)
RSL Hall Railway St Mudgeeraba 4213
P 5593 1666 0402 213 739
W mudgeerabarsl.org
A social club for seniors. We provide friendship, fun, mental stimulation and gentle exercise. Guest speakers/entertainers, health
Over 50s centre with weekly activities including table tennis, yoga, indoor bowls, craft, art, knitting and crochet, scrabble Tai Chi, weekly concerts and 500, canasta and rummy.
National Seniors Australia Nerang Branch
PO Box 1361 Earle Plaza Nerang 4211
P 5594 3771
W nationalseniors.com.au
Over 50’s national seniors’ group. Meets: 4th Wed of the month at 5.30pm at All Sports Club, Leagues Dr, Nerang. Guest speakers, social outings, morning teas, Petanque, bistro on premises. Visitors and new members welcome.
National Seniors Australia Paradise Point Branch
PO Box 794 Paradise Point 4216
P 5577 2387
W nationalseniors.com.au
Takes up issues with Local, State or Federal Governments. Coach trips, guest speakers. BBQ’s to enjoy the company
of members and visitors. Meets on the
2nd Mon of each month at 9.45am at the Paradise Point Bowls Club.
National Seniors Australia Robina Branch Inc
PO Box 3901 Robina Town Centre 4230
P 1300 765 050 5559 2717
W nationalseniors.com.au
A lobby organisation presenting to State and Federal Governments issues raised by members that have a negative effect on 50 and over about to retire or those in retirement. Meet 3rd Tue each month 9.30am at Robina Community Centre. Dagmar 5559 2717. No meeting Jan.
Nerang Senior Citizens Club Inc
PO Box 236 Nerang 4211
P 5580 5894 5596 6400
We are a social group for seniors. Our activities include bingo, cards, bowls, needle work and quilting, and we also have regular bus trips.
Palm Beach Happy Group
Share’n’Care Centre 10th Ave Palm Beach 4221
P 5535 6444
W sharencare.com.au
Social interaction for the disabled and the elderly. Transport provided where possible. Bingo, sing-a-longs, entertainment and outings. Meet every Fri from 9am - 12noon. For Meals on Wheels phone 5535 6036.
Palm Beach Share’n’Care Centre Inc
10th Ave Palm Beach 4221
P 5535 6444
W sharencare.com.au
Range of activities offered to the over 50’s 7 days a week. Activities offered include cards, dancing, bingo, etc. Ring for further information on day and night activities. Midday meals available Tue and Wed. For Palm Beach Meals on Wheels phone 5535 6036.
Paradise Point Senior Citizens Assoc Inc
Community Hall Paradise Point 4216
P 5577 4863
W nationalseniors.com.au
For citizens 50yrs and over. Bowls/Mah Jong/cards. Monthly coach trips, cultural outings and painting classes. Ring for details of other activities, days and times.
Runaway Bay & District Senior Citizens Assoc Club Inc
Lae Dr Runaway Bay 4216
P 5502 9702
Offering cards, crafts, indoor bowls, Tai Chi, darts, and bus trips. Ring for days and times of activities.
Southern GC 60 & Better Program Inc
33 Guineas Creek Road
P 5525 6466
W 60bettergoldcoast.com.au
Program promotes active healthy ageing, friendship and cultural activities in a diverse range of activities: Tai Chi, art and craft, exercise classes, walking groups, line dancing, card games, mahjong, table tennis and digital photography. Social outings.
Services for specific medical
conditions or disability
Arthritis & Osteoporosis Queensland
PO Box 2121 Lutwyche 4030
P 3857 4200
W arthritis.org.au
Through a Helpline (1800 011 041), web and print information and seminars, the organisation supports people living with the more than 150 forms of arthritis and with osteoporosis.
Asthma Foundation Qld
PO Box 394 Fortitude Valley 4006
P 1800 278 462
W asthmafoundation.org.au
Asthma education and support for parents of children with asthma or adult sufferers. Literature and tapes available. Workshops for adults and parents.
Diabetes Resource Centre - Gold Coast University Hospital
1 Hospital Blvd Southport 4215
P 5687 4779
W health.qld.gov.au/goldcoasthealth Diabetes Nurse Educator in attendance from 8am - 4pm Mon to Fri. In emergency ring or attend Emergency at the Gold Coast University Hospital. Helpline phone 0414 298 004. A/h David Irvine
0403 369 335.
Epilepsy Action Australia
GPO Box 9878 in your capital city
P 1300 374 537
W epilepsy.org.au
The largest provider of specialist epilepsy services in the community for people with epilepsy and other
seizure disorders, their carers, families and the broader community.
Huntingtons Queensland
385 Ipswich Road Annerley 4103
P 3391 8833
W qahda.com
Support, counselling and education for people affected by Huntington’s disease and their carers.
Ozcare Dementia Advisory Support Service
214-218 High Field Dr Robina 4226
P 5569 6200 0458 305 454
W dementiasupport.com.au
HACC-funded program that provides face-to-face support for people living with dementia and their carers through the provision of information, counselling and support at the local level.
Social and recreational
Accessible fishing platforms
Gold Coast
P 1300 465 326
W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/thegoldcoast/ fishing-locations-by-suburb-3080.html Fishing platforms facilitate easy access and links to some of the best fishing spots in the region.
Beach Access Points & Platforms for Wheelchairs Gold Coast P 1300 465 326 W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/community/ beach-access-points-platforms-for wheelchairs-2981.html
The locations of beach access points for wheelchairs are listed in groupings of suburbs. For details go to website.
Beach wheelchair loans
Gold Coast Recreation and Sport Owen Park, Queen St, Southport 4215
P 5531 3312 for booking
W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/community/ beach-access-points-platforms-for wheelchairs-2981.html
Available Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm. A larger vehicle is required to transport the chair which must be picked up and returned to Owen Park within office hours. $20 deposit.
Beach wheelchair loans (Cerebral Palsy League of Qld - GC Centre )
183 Varsity Pde Varsity Lakes 4227
P 5665 3000
W cplqld.org.au
Cost free. Available 7 days a week.
Beach wheelchair loans (Tallebudgera Surf Life Saving Club)
1505 Gold Coast Highway North Palm Beach 4221
P 5576 5866
W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/community/ beach-access-points-platforms-for wheelchairs-2981.html
Beach wheelchairs are available for loan. No cost.
Coolangatta Senior Citizens’ Centre Inc
2 Gerrard St Coolangatta 4225
P 5536 4050
W coolangattaseniors.com.au Provides opportunities for seniors to participate in activities including eight ball, bingo, bus trips, cards, dancing lessons, hairdressing, beauty treatment, indoor bowls,library, light exercise, Mah-Jong, qigong, Tai Chi, variety concerts and monthly bus trips.
City of Gold Coast
-Active and Healthy Program
Gold Coast City-wide
P 5581 6984
W gcparks.com.au
City-wide program offering weekly free or low cost active and healthy activities for the whole community including seniors and people with disabilities.
City of Gold Coast-Broadwater Parklands
Marine Pde Southport 4215
P 5581 6984
W gcparks.com.au
The Broadwater Parklands is now a state-of- the- art recreational asset for Gold Coast City residents and regional, national and international visitors.
City of Gold Coast- Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens
Ashmore Road, Benowa, opposite Benowa State High School 4217
P 5581 6984
W gcparks.com.au
The Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens are a must see for tourists and locals alike. The Gardens are set on 31 hectares, just 10 minutes drive from central Surfers Paradise.
City of Gold Coast- Library Service
Gold Coast City-wide
P 1300 465 326
W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/library With 13 library branches and a mobile library service, Libraries provides access to nearly one million items in regular and large print, audio and electronic formats, as well as free community access to computers, wifi, and community meeting rooms.
GC Master Rowers
PO Box 3742 Burleigh Town 4220
P 0415 452 688
W rowingqld.asn.au/club/gold-coast masterrowers
Recreational and competitive rowing for all ages. Learners to retired rowers always welcome.
Labrador Senior Citizens Centre Inc (Indoor Bowls)
370 Marine Pde Labrador 4215
P 5537 1433
Over 50s centre with weekly activities including table tennis, yoga, indoor bowls, craft, art, knitting and crochet, scrabble Tai Chi, weekly concerts and 500, canasta and rummy.
PresCare - Friendship Club
1 Shepparton Rd Helensvale 4212
P 1800 773 722
E prescare.org.au
Northlinks Presbyterian Church at Helensvale, offers a Friendship Club for seniors (clients), where the participants identify what activities they would like to do. Current activities include lunch, enjoying music and learning something new from an interest
Rhythm in motion dance group
Helensvale Community Centre 31 Discovery Dr Helensvale 4212
P 0408 810 863 5529 9712
Held at Helensvale Community Centre every Wednesday from 10.30 to 11.30am.
Ladies sequence dancing for fun, fitness and friendship.
Senior Shopper
PO Box 524, Spring Hill 4004
P 1300 366 265
W seniorshopper.com.au
An independent telephone shopping service to help Seniors card members obtain discounts on a range of goods and services for the cost of a local call anywhere in Queensland.
U3A North GC Inc
PO Box 64 Paradise Point 4216 55 Billington St, Labrador
P 5679 2150
W u3anorthgc.com
Academic and lifestyle courses for the over 50’s. Provide social interaction and mental stimulus. Learning for the joy of learning. Guest speakers. Members encouraged to participate by teaching, learning or assisting.
Support and services
Assoc of Independent Retirees Ltd (GC Branch)
PO Box 308 Southport Business Centre Southport 4215
P 5526 9225
E [email protected] A non-party political, non-profit organisation made up of fully and partly self-funded retirees. Staffed by volunteers.
Care & Concern - Burleigh Heads Parish
3 Sunlight Dr Burleigh Heads 4220
P 5576 6318
E [email protected] Volunteer group who provide transport for doctor and hospital appointments and visit the lonely or incapacitated. Do other tasks e.g. shopping. Contact the Office: Tue, Thu and Sat 9.30am - 11.30am. New volunteers needed.
Care & Concern - Nerang Catholic Parish
Nerang 4211
P 5578 1513
Visitation, transport, odd jobs, home help for sick and incapacitated, chronic diseases and elderly people. Help by volunteers.
