For seniors

Aged Care Facilities
This City does not22 operate any aged care facilities. For further information on aged care facilities within Subiaco visit www.agedcareonline.com.au.
 
Over 55's Housing
The WA State Government provides information on housing options for over 55’s. To find out more  call 1300 367 057.

My Aged Care
My Aged Care is the Australian Government system providing some extra help at home or an introduction to aged care homes. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or visit www.myagedcare.gov.au for further information or to arrange an eligibility assessment.
 
WA Seniors Card
A WA Seniors Card provides you with a range of and concessions. For further information visit www.seniorscard.wa.gov.au or call 1800 671 233.
 
Council of the Ageing (COTA)
COTA Australia's role is to promote, improve and protect the wellbeing of older people in Australia as citizens and consumers. For further information visit www.cotawa.org.au or call 08 9472 0104

Community Food Services 
My Aged Care provides information on meals and food preparation services on their website. There are companies that provide both food delivery services (Good Meal, Home Chef) and food preparation services (Amana Living, RISE, ECHO). These services may form part of a home care package or be eligible for government subsidy, check with each service for more information. 

The Community Visitors Scheme (CVS)
Providing friendship and companionship to older people. Regular visits from a community visitor can help  reduce social isolation. For further information call (08) 9319 0916.

Safe and Found
WA Police in partnership with Medic Alert Australia have launched the Safe & Found initiative to help people at risk of going missing. For further information visit www.safeandfound.org.au or call 1800 882 222.
 
National Dementia Helpline
Free, confidential information about dementia, memory loss and support services. Contact 1800 100 500 for further information.

Keep active, meet new people, learn something new or stay connected. A regular program of weekly activities and special events take place across Subiaco.

For further information about upcoming events and activities visit the events calendar for details, or contact 9237 9222. A hard copy Positive Ageing program is available at the Subiaco Library or can be downloaded digitally here.

Over 55 Community Exercise Classes
Build strength, keep active or improve mobility. Lords run regular low intensity dance, Pilates, fitness and yoga classes at The Palms Community Centre, Shenton Park Community Centre and at Lords recreation centre. Did you know Lords membership is free for residents 80 and over? For further information about classes or membership visit www.lords.com.au or call (08) 6229 6600.

A free event for older adults from 10am to 11.30am to explore the Museum collection and discover new artefacts with a different theme each month. Meet new people, share memories or sit back, reminisce and listen to some interesting history over a free morning tea. Museum Mornings are held on the first Thursday of the month at the Subiaco Museum. Click here to view the flyer.

Please see the events calendar for further details.

WA Seniors Week (happening in November) recognises the important role that seniors play in our community and celebrates the contributions of older Western Australians. 

Events for Seniors Week 2026 will be promoted closer to the date.

Pensioner and senior concessions
For further information of concessions on your rates visit How to pay your rates – pensioner and seniors concession.
 
Housebound Delivery Services
The library offers a housebound delivery service for residents who are temporarily or permanently housebound and unable to visit the library. Contact the library on (08) 9237 9300 to find out more or determine your eligibility.