Research for the project identified that older men especially those who have worked in rural industries don’t access aged care services. In response to this older men’s groups are part of the target for the project.
Ten not-for-profit organisations who will receive about $493 million over five years to establish a new network of 16 Carer Gateway service to support the important work of the nation’s unpaid carers.
Seniors will be able to apply for a Seniors Card and link with Queensland Government concessions, services and supports as part of a roadshow hitting shopping centres across the state.