Social connection and positive ageing programs

Social programs for positive ageing

If you’re keen to stay connected and active, you’ll be spoiled for choice in the City of Whittlesea. We have a diverse and engaging range of programs to keep you healthy, energised and independent for longer. No matter your interests and abilities, you’re sure to find something to suit.

The events and activities in this section are designed for people aged 50 years and older living in the City of Whittlesea. They include activities suitable for members of our Let Everyone Actively Participate (LEAP) program, as well people referred through My Aged Care package.

All our programs are run by professionally trained staff and volunteers.

LEAP Program

Let Everyone Actively Participate (LEAP) is a Council program of enjoyable and affordable events and activities for residents aged 50 years and older. As a LEAP member you can participate in physical and social activities to improve and maintain health, wellbeing and social connection.

It's a great way to meet new people, build new friendships, stay active and learn new skills.

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Regular LEAP programs include:

  • sports and recreation
  • exercise classes
  • health and wellbeing workshops.

How to join LEAP

How to join LEAP

To participate in LEAP programs and activities you need to become a member.

It’s easy to join. Simply download the LEAP membership form, complete it and return it to us at ageingwell@whittlesea.vic.gov.au.

You can also contact the Ageing Well department by phoning  03 9217 2170 then pressing option 4 when prompted to add an extension.

Download the LEAP membership form(PDF, 173KB) 

Program fees

While LEAP membership is free, there is a cost to participate and attend some of the programs.

Review program costs by downloading the most recent price guide.

Download the LEAP program fee schedule (August 2023)(PDF, 238KB)

LEAP members are also eligible for discounted membership to the Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre and the Mill Park Leisure.

LEAP events

Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)

Social participation and carer respite is also available under the federal government’s Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP). These services are available for residents aged over 65 years, or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people aged over 50 years.

To access these services, you’ll need a My Aged Care referral.

Our programs are open to participants who:

  • are assessed as eligible for social support or centre based respite through My Aged Care
  • live in the Northern Metropolitan Region (City of Whittlesea, City of Yarra, City of Hume, City of Darebin, City of Banyule, City of Nillumbik).

Please note that you will need to arrange your own transport to the activity. 

CHSP events

Positive Ageing Program

You can download the 2024 Positive Ageing Program brochure or select from the weekly and monthly programs below.

(PDF, 9MB)Download the 2024 Positive Ageing Program brochure(PDF, 9MB)

Programs are available to both LEAP members and CHSP participants unless otherwise noted.

Click the link beneath each activity to go to the specific booking page.

For more information, you can also call our Ageing Well department by calling 03 9217 2170 then pressing option 4. 

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