Southern Council Collaboration
With the support of the Southern Services Reform Group, the cities of Holdfast Bay, Marion, Mitcham and Onkaparinga, collaborated to deliver a range of projects and a suite of wellbeing programs for CHSP participants.
Quad Council Community Calendar
The calendar was developed in collaboration with councils and community members. Thank you to everyone who has been involved in the design and inspiration for the content. We would also like to thank the people from our community who are featured in the photos and finally, many thanks to our valuable volunteers who make a significant contribution.
2024 calendar
This years theme was set around being ageless. Age has no limitations; we can pursue our dreams, embrace new experiences and connect with others as we celebrate every stage of life, fueling our joys, our passions, and our aspirations. The calendar captures people living in our communities, engaging in council activities/initiatives.
2022 calendar
The theme was set around wellbeing, and people living and engaging in a range of activities in their local councils. The activities highlighted the benefits of eating well, movement, keeping your brain active and social connections.
2021 calendar
The calendar highlights the range of services that the four southern metro councils provide for older people living in the community, such as social programs, transport, meals, keeping physically active and being a lifelong learner. Our community champions co-designed the calendar, incorporating inspirational thoughts and wellness tips.
The suite of wellbeing programs include:
Living Well Matters
Designed by older people for older people, this FREE bespoke program is available to anyone over 60. There are five topics covering Sleep, Brain Health, Movement, Food and Social Connections.
Topics are presented individually, participants can attend sessions that are of interest to them. Participants can attend an in-person workshop, where safe to do so, as this allows the lived experience of the other participants to be shared and a friendly atmosphere help you make positive changes.
However, if this is not possible participants may join a small group facilitated workshop over ZOOM or can watch a recorded video of the presentation in the comfort and safety of their own home.
For more information contact Judith Lowe, Active Ageing Project Officer on 8384 0161 or email Judith.Lowe@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au
There are five topics covering Sleep, Brain Health, Movement, Food and Social Connections. To see more about these topics please click here.
Wellbeing and Resilience Program
The Wellbeing and Resilience Program was delivered to residents across the southern region as a free six week program is based on positive psychology, PERMA framework and utilising a strengths-based approach to build capacity and empower residents.
From 2018- 2021 wellbeing community champions, undertook a train-the-trainer course and were involved in the Program, delivering skills, engaged as peer mentors, and promoting the importance of wellbeing across the southern region.Men’s specific sessions were also held, facilitated by the male champions, and were a great success.
After a codesign process with the champions an updated version of the course was created 'Boost Your Resilience' and this was delivered to the community throughout 2022 - 2025. Further details can be found HERE
This was completed by the delivery of an ageing well course, designed by Zest Creative and adapted for the community entitled Planning to Flourish. This was delivered in a four week book club format accompanying an author talk and the use of the book Growing Older by Liah Parsons.
Further details of both these courses can be found HERE
Because I Can
The Because I Can workshop aims to promote self-management, independence and autonomy through choice and control.
In the free, one off (3.5 hour workshop) participants unpack the toolbox of problem-solving, decision making and goal setting, and go on to explore destinations such as:
- Eat wisely
- Natural exercise
- Managing tiredness
- Understanding emotions
- Relaxation & breathing
- Belonging & support
- Self-talk
- Communication skills
Participants go away from the workshop and implement their plans.
Mindset for Life
The Mindset for Life program aims to look at the six phases of retirement, exploring what matters most to participants and how they would like to spend their time.
Mindset for Life is a free three session program (2.5 hours each session) designed to help participants think about their mindset.
The program is aimed at people who are approaching retirement or have recently retired.
*Please note that this program purposely does not look at financial aspects of retirement.