Older people in Australia can access services that support health, independence and quality of life. Help is available for staying active, planning care and managing later life.

Getting ready to retire

Watch a video about how you can get ready to retire in Australia.

Living independently and staying active

Find services and programs that help seniors live independently, stay active, access support at home and connect with your community.

Home living assistance, retirement villages and aged care housing

Read information about the Australian Government's home care subsidy to help aged people continue living in their own home, in a retirement village or an aged care home.

Apply for a NSW Seniors Card or NSW Senior Savers Card

Learn how to apply for a NSW Seniors Card or NSW Senior Savers Card.

Seniors events and programs information

Read information about events and programs to help you connect with your local community and learn new skills.

Active and Healthy

Read information about staying active and healthy and find exercise programs for older people.

My Aged Care

Use this page to find information about aged care that is relevant for your situation.

Aged care provider list

Search for aged providers in your area.

Pensioner Concession Card (Services Australia)

Read information about Pensioner Concession Cards.

Planning and later life support

Find information to help plan for later life, including aged care, retirement living, end-of-life planning and funeral arrangements.

Getting ready to retire

Watch a video about how you can get ready to retire in Australia.

Planning for end of life

Read information about planning for end of life during retirement and how to have a valid and up to date will.

Death and funeral

Read information about the formal steps and information you need to provide when someone dies.