Support group details
- Group Name
- Older Persons Action Program (OPAP)- East Creek, Toowoomba
- Website
- new.eastcreek.com.au/
- Group Description
- The aim of OPAP is to provide support to seniors by assisting them through social and personal development activities to promote confidence, self esteem and independence. Linking vulnerable older people to local services and social support networks. Raising awareness of the needs and issues of seniors whilst breaking down the barriers of those who are socially isolated.
- Who can Join
- Everyone is welcome especially those aged over 55
- Contact hours
- See website for activity details
- Where we meet
- 43 Kitchener St,
- Town/Suburb
- East Toowoomba
- Postcode
- 4350
- Services
- OPAP offers broad, flexible, stimulating and strengthening program of activities. Personal activity packages that are customised for client’s needs. Assessment points to support the client towards independent management of their program. Personalised introduction at client’s first activity appointments to lessen anxiety and increase retention. Strengthening agencies work with older people. Provide opportunities for trained volunteers to work within the OPAP program. Community wide celebration of older people’s achievements and contributions. To encourage and support Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and CALD older people to participate in the Program.
- More Info
- Social and recreational activities include: Community bus trips, Luncheons and Special Events, Guest Speakers, Walking group, Eating with Friends Program, Mah-Jong Group, Board Games Group, Social Cuppa and Chat
- Group Focus
- Social, recreational and educational activities to connect vulnerable seniors.
- Area serviced
- Darling Downs West Moreton
- Phone contact
- (07) 4639 2755
- Contact the group by email