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Social Groups at Your Side are our most popular, and famous, service! We have regularly coordinated activities that bring together older people in local areas to meet, talk, and have fun. Our clients help decide what types of events and activities we plan, aligned to their interests and tastes. There is something for everyone including:
- Movies and lunch
- Book clubs
- Art and crafts classes
- Yoga classes
- Spanish language classes
- Cultural events and celebrations
- Trips to the theatre and art galleries
- Overnight vacations to destination locations
To make them accessible for everyone, some activities take place online and we organise transport for some events from a designated local pick-up zone. The Social program is designed to bring people together, help you explore new skills and interests, socialise and meet friends, and stay active, connected, and independent.
Ready to get started?
Use the green buttons below to view our monthly calendars.
If you are interested in participating in our activities under the Commonwealth Home Support Progra, contact us directly by calling 1300 134 332, or email customercare@yourside.org.au.
If you are a Your Side Home Care Package client, you may still be able to participate, just reach out to your Home Care Package consultant to learn more by calling 1300 134 332, or email hcp@yourside.org.au.
We look forward to welcoming you to our community!
Cecilia’s Story
Hear how our events have made a difference:
Who can join?
Commonwealth Home Support Programme Social Support eligibility:
This service is open to people in the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), Social Support, who are:
- 65 years or older (50+ for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people)
- 50 years or older (45+ for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people) and on a low income, homeless, or at risk of homelessness
- Living in the Northern Sydney region
For eligibility you must be screened by My Aged Care. Phone: 1800 200 422.
Home Care Package eligibility:
Your Side Home Care Package clients may also be eligible for some Social Support events, such as the online yoga, online Spanish speaking lessons, our online book club and Palettes, Platters and Crafty Cuts.
What does it cost?
Each activity for Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) clients includes a subsidised out-of-pocket contribution, which is invoiced at the end of the month. For Home Care Package (HCP) clients, fees vary depending on the activity, please reach out to discuss your specific options.