Creativity and well being programs for seniors

Art and mind

Marrickville Art Group for Seniors

All welcome at this art class for over 55s. The classes are designed for all skill levels and are led by art therapist Judy King. Judy puts great care and thought into the structure and instruction of the classes. Students are encouraged to tap into their own creativity to experience a sense of joy and empowerment through participation and creative play. Experiment with different art techniques alongside people from different backgrounds. Waitlist only currently available as at Feb 2024.

Alternating Mondays: 1:00pm to 3:00pm and 3:30pm-5:30pm (two groups)

Where: Herb Greedy Hall, 79 Petersham Rd, Marrickville
When: Every second Monday from either 1-3pm or 3.30-5.30pm
Cost: Gold coin donation

For more information and to register your interest please contact Judy King via email on: Judyeking@iinet.net.au *Waitlist only currently available as at Feb 2024.

ZENTANGLE

Come and learn to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns in a relaxing environment. Led by the experienced artist and 'tangler' Lianne Woods.

When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Where: Annandale Community Centre Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Cost: Free until June 2024

To register your interest and for more information contact:

Lianne woods: Lianne.woods1@gmail.com

Inner West Council Adult Library Programs

Our libraries run a range of regular adult programs. Click here for more information

Craft

Annandale Craft Group Fridays

When: 11am to 2pm
Where: Annandale Community Centre, 70 Johnstone St, Annandale
Contact: 02 9660 2828

The Balmain Library Knitters

When: 10am to 12 noon - First and third Friday of each month
Where: Balmain Library
Contact: 02 9367 9211

Ashfield Knitters at Ashfield Library

When: 9am to 12 noon - Second and fourth Friday of each month
Where: Ashfield Library - no bookings required.
Click here for more information

Ethnic Women's Craft Group

Women from all backgrounds are invited to drop in, join the group and share and learn a craft, Tuesdays at Leichhardt MarketPlace, Community Room, 122-138 Flood St, Leichhardt. Time: 10.30am-3.30pm. The community room is located on lower ground level near the food court. From the food court, head towards the escalator - the room is located via the walkway next to the Medical Centre that runs parallel to the escalator on the lower ground.
Come and learn a new craft like knitting and crochet or share a creative skill you have with the group. Bring along a project you are working on or make something for the group to donate to charities.
The group has many Italian speakers but everyone is welcome here. Ask for Pina Romeo.

Singing/choirs

Join a friendly group of diverse singers as we learn and sing together. A great variety of songs from many genres. No experience or skill required.

Singing for All - Annandale

When: Every Thursday during school term, 10am to 11.30am
Where: Annandale Community Centre, 79 Johnstone St, Annandale
Cost: Free until June 2024

For enquiries please contact Linda Marr via email Linda@marr.net or call 9392 5863 and leave a message for the Healthy Ageing Team.

Songs from next Door - Dulwich Hill

When: Every Tuesday during school term 1pm to 3pm
Where: Seaview St Hall, 18 Seaview St, Dulwich Hill
Cost: Free until June 2024

For enquiries please contact Linda Marr via email Linda@marr.net or call or call 9392 5863 and leave a message for the Healthy Ageing Team.

Haberfield Community Singers Inc.

Like to sing? Haven't sung since school? A multicultural group of seniors who enjoy friendship, singing and entertaining seniors who are confined to nursing homes/retirement villages in the Inner West.

Cost: $10 per 10 week term
Where: Mervyn Fletcher Hall, 81 Dalhousie, Haberfield (opposite Haberfield Library)
When: Every Wednesday 10 to 11am excluding school holidays

For more information please contact Anne Colville on 0459 497 307.

Wellbeing programs

Hannaford Community Centre activities and programs

The Hannaford Community Centre at Rozelle runs a broad range of creative classes, workshops, clubs and exercise programs throughout the year, catering for all skill levels and expertise. It is a vibrant, welcoming community hub in the heart of Rozelle.

Visit the Hannaford Community Centre activities page

Inner West Seniors Theatre:

Come and join the Inner West Seniors Theatre Group at 3Bridges Community Centre, Summer Hill.

When: Weekly on Friday during School term
Where: Ashfield Civic Centre, 260 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield
Time: 12:30pm -4:30pm
Cost: Free
NOTE: Participants must have a Social Support Group Code from My Aged Care and be 65 years and over.

For enquiries and booking info contact: Rhonda Brown at 3Bridges Community Centre, Summer Hill on 1300 327 434 or via email on: Rhonda.Brown@3bridges.org.au

Growing Older With Attitude and Gratitude - Social Connection Group

Growing Older with Attitude and Gratitude is open to anyone over 55 years. The group meet on Mondays to discuss topics of interest around ageing and ways to get the best out of our lives, while making new social connections in a friendly and informal setting. Facilitated by volunteer Marie-Christine. For all enquiries contact Marie Christine on: growingolderattitudegratitude@gmail.com

Older Women's Network

Older Women's Network is the voice for the older women in NSW. We run a variety of groups that women can belong to and feel connected. For enquires and more information on programs and activities, please contact on 02 9519 8044 or e-mail on info@ownnsw.org.au, or visit the website of Older Women Network website.

Leichhardt Women's Health Centre

Leichhardt Women's Community Health Centre provides low cost and affordable medical, allied and complimentary health care and education to improve women's health. Leichhardt Women's Community Health Centre continues to offer extensive and high quality health care during the current COVID-19 crisis. For enquiries, bookings and more information on programs and activities, please contact on 02 9560 3011, e-mail: info@lwchc.org.au, or visit the website of Leichhardt Women's Community Health Centre website.

Palace Cinemas – Podcast

Palace Cinemas Podcast (captivate.fm)

De Cafe – Dementia Cafe Uniting

Everyone's welcome at our support group for people living with dementia, including carers and friends.

Enjoy a coffee and slice of cake for gold coin donation.

Where: Cafe Gioia, 126A Norton Street, Leichhardt
Day and time: Once a month on Tuesday from 10:30 am to 12 noon
Dates: 27 April, 25 May, 22 June, 27 July, 24 August, 28 September, 26 October, 23 November, 21 December
Cost: Gold coin donation
To register: Call 1800 486 484, or e-mail: hccsydneycentral@uniting.org

LiveUp

Scientific studies show that connecting with others is good for us! From boosting your mood to preventing disease, socialising is a key part of how healthy you are. Find out how being around other people doing things we enjoy can help you. Take the easy OpenUp quiz to see social groups in your local area or online- click here

ConnectUp Facebook group

Do you live in Australia? Are you 65 or over? Are you interested in healthy ageing? ConnectUp is a new online community just for you. Simply click this link to Facebook then click the orange 'Join Group' button. Here are some of the benefits of joining this closed Facebook group: access our support team to help you on your healthy ageing journey, meet other older people from across Australia and somewhere to share your experiences and questions. Click HERE to see the LiveUp page.

CPSA - Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association

Find activities for older people near you. Discover activities for older people in your area, whether it’s sports, games, book clubs, social groups or anything else. Click here