Hunter Ageing Alliance

Together, we can better plan for older people and make the Hunter an age-friendly community

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  • 2022 Newsletter

    Read our latest newsletter

  • Sharon Claydon MP response letter to exercise program

    Click to view and download letters from Sharon Claydon MP, Federal member for Newcastle.

  • Senator the Hon Richard Colbeck response to the Exercise Program initiative

    Click to view and download letters from Senator The Hon Richard Colbeck.

  • Letter to Hon. David Elliott MP, Minister for Police regarding Aged Crime Police Officers

    A recent national survey of 7000 people over 65 living in the community revealed a prevalence of 15%. This is likely to be an underestimate as people are reluctant to admit to abuse and people with cognitive impairment were not included in the survey. In addition, one of the more…

  • Looking Back and Planning forward

    Aged and Community service providers and care recipients have certainly been through the eye of the Tornado for over two years with Fires, Floods, Hurricanes and a Pandemic with several waves and more to come. Throughout the Royal Commission hearings, it was made very clear that Aged Care was already…

  • Housing for Older People

    Hunter Ageing Alliance forms a Reference Group on Housing for Older People There are many existing problems in the housing options available for older people. These include: lack of reasonably priced options for those who do not wish to remain in their own home the increasing number of housing insecure…

  • Carer Gateway

    The Carer Gateway is one of the least known services within aged care, partly perhaps because of its curious name. Carer Gateway is a service whereby carers can find support. Access to carer Gateway is via phone at 1800 422 737 or visit their website www.carergateway.gov.au. The services available through…

  • Senator Richard Colbeck response to the Exercise Program initiative

    Click to view and download letters from Senator Richard Colbeck.

  • Aged Care Sector Devastated by Federal Budget

    The 2022-23 Budget contains little new for aged care, with the government seemingly content to continue implementing its $17.7 billion reform package announced last year, and failing to commit to funding higher wages for aged care workers. CEO of local aged care provider Maroba and Aged Care expert Viv Allanson…