Ageing Well Program
From 1 July 2025 City of Adelaide will no longer provide a service broker for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP).
City of Adelaide is committed to supporting the wellbeing of all older city residents and will launch a new positive ageing program later in 2025.
Community events and programs
You’ll find a range of community events and programs held at the City of Adelaide Community Centres and Libraries located throughout Adelaide and North Adelaide. You can choose from social programs, information sessions, and even outings.
Mailing list
Stay connected with the City of Adelaide’s Ageing Well team by joining our mailing list. You’ll receive regular updates about programs, activities, and events designed to support older city residents, their families, and community organisations.
By subscribing, you’ll receive:
- City Grapevine Newsletter – A quarterly publication filled with information on ageing well in our city. It includes updates on local activities, programs, and practical resources that may be of interest to older people. The newsletter is available via email, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
- Recurring social programs – Be the first to hear about ongoing initiatives that promote social connection and wellbeing. We’re always exploring new opportunities and want to engage as many city residents as possible.
- One-off events – Following the success of events like Spring into Wellbeing’s Tai Chi sessions and Cycling Without Age, we’re planning more exciting activities.
If you or someone you know would like to join our mailing list, register via the link below or call (08) 8203 7203 or email Ageing Well at the City of Adelaide.
Recent research
This latest qualitative research report by The Plug-in, COTA SA, builds on research findings conducted in 2023. A co-design process was undertaken in 2024 to design a new social program for City of Adelaide residents aged 50+. To ensure informed decisions, the City of Adelaide engaged COTA SA’ s (Council of the Ageing) The Plug In (research and insights team) to undertake a co-design process with older city residents to develop recommendations for this program.
Key insights highlight the importance of fostering social interactions through activities that cater to personal interests, lifelong learning, emotional wellbeing, and both structured and unstructured physical activities.
Simplifying how residents access information about council-run activities is also essential, addressing difficulties in staying informed. Recommendations emphasise starting small, focusing on easily coordinated activities, and improving communication about existing programs to enhance connections and wellbeing for older residents.
Need more information?
If you are interested in any of the programs and opportunities mentioned above, please contact the friendly Ageing Well team, Monday to Friday during business hours: