Social connections for seniors

Brimbank residents laughing together on a park bench

Social support groups and Centre-Based Respite

Government funded social outings and social support groups that provide opportunities for people to socialise and interact with others away from their home, in community and centre based settings are available to older people living in Brimbank, who have been assessed as eligible to receive subsidised aged care services 

Eligible individuals aged over 65 interested in joining these groups and activities can select a provider through My Aged Care.

Every provider is different. You can look for providers who cater to specific health conditions, communities, cultures, faiths and languages. It’s good to compare what is available to determine the best match for you.  

If your service was previously provided by Brimbank City Council, your service was transitioned to the following Commonwealth Government appointed service providers: 

You can read more about the changes to our services by visiting the following pages:  

Community Connector Program

Brimbank’s Community Connector program is designed to support residents, their family members and carers to understand and navigate the Aged Care system, Disability and Carer support sectors and support them to live and age well in Brimbank.

This free and confidential service supports residents to:

  • Understand the government subsidised Aged Care system, including eligibility, assessment, access and how to find a service provider
  • Navigate the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including how to apply, assistance with the planning process, advocacy, education, information and linking into NDIS support networks.
  • Connect with community supports such as health, mental health, housing and homelessness programs, drug and alcohol support services, allied health services and carer supports.
  • Connect with social connection opportunities available in Brimbank.
  • Connect with advocates
  • Build awareness and capacity on key positive ageing, carer and disability related topics through the delivery of education and information sessions.
  • Our Community Connectors provide tailored support to individuals and their families. We can come to your home, engage with you over the phone, arrange for an appointment at a location that suits you or visit an established group or program.

The service can be accessed by contacting brimbankcommunityconnector@brimbank.vic.gov.au or calling 03 9249 4494

Social Connections for Seniors

Older Victorians interested in Seniors community groups and social connection opportunities can contact:

Discover Learning Brimbank

Local seniors can visit the Discover Learning Brimbank page and learn more about the range of low and no cost classes, courses and programs available at Brimbank Libraries, Community Centres and Recreation Centres.

Brimbank Seniors Directory

Brimbank has more than 80 independent seniors groups operating in Brimbank, providing valuable opportunities for older people living in Brimbank to connect with others.

Browse The Brimbank Seniors Directory and learn about the different groups operating in Brimbank. 

Seniors Festival

The Victorian Seniors Festival is a major state-wide festival for and involving seniors. The festival runs from 1-31 October every year, with a wide array od free and low-cost events right across Victoria. 


Each year Brimbank hosts a series of low or no cost events to celebrate seniors in our community. Keep an eye out on the Brimbank City Council Brimbank City Council Events page for Seniors Festival activities and events.

Last updated: 18 March 2025 - 12:31pm
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