Positive ageing

Overview

We recognise and support older people as valuable community members and respect and acknowledge their contributions to Kingston.

We offer many opportunities and services to maintain health and well-being, including local activities and events around Kingston that promote social connection.

My Life, My Way newsletter

The City of Kingston's AccessCare 'My Life, My Way' is a quarterly newsletter and a great way to stay updated with all the latest information about:

  • positive ageing
  • news
  • community groups
  • events and activities 
  • senior services in your local community

View the latest issue of My Life, My Way(PDF, 2MB)

Contribute

We want to hear from you! We love articles about our community members and are always on the lookout for the next one. If you know an older person with an interesting story to tell, please let us know.

Seniors Festival

The Kingston Seniors Festival celebrates ageing positively throughout the month of October and recognises the important contribution older people make to our community.

The Festival is an annual event that provides older people with the opportunity to discover local activities and join clubs and groups within the community.

Planning for this year’s festival has commenced. More information about this year’s festival will be available in September. The Victorian Seniors Festival also offers many seniors events outside Kingston to find out more visit Victorian Seniors Festival.

Clubs networks

The purpose of the Clubs networks:

  • To build fellowship between Clubs and Kingston Council and to provide an avenue for effective communication;
  • To support collaboration and information sharing between Clubs;
  • To assist Clubs with their activities and events by providing information, resources and promotion;
  • To identify and encourage potential partnerships;
  • To provide information about grants, nominations for awards and trainings;
  • To provide information relevant to seniors to maintain their engagement in the community e.g. transport options, services, aged care system etc.

Probus clubs

Kingston has nine Probus Clubs providing activities for residents. They offer variety of activities including guest speakers, craft, games, walking groups and bus tours.

Download the Probus Clubs network list(PDF, 118KB).

Senior clubs

The senior club network comprises of more than fifty clubs including senior citizens, ethnic specific and multicultural groups.

Clubs offer a variety of activities including guest speakers, concerts, exercise groups, games, outings, morning tea and lunch / dance events.

Download the Senior Clubs network list(PDF, 239KB).

Explore our community groups to find networks and clubs to join.

There’s also many community events around Kingston for our residents to enjoy.

Senior’s transport guide

The Senior’s Transport Guide contains a short summary of programs, services and support options assisting seniors and adults with disabilities with their access to suitable transport.

Download the Senior’s Transport Guide(PDF, 575KB).

Centenarian event

Each September, we host an annual '100 Years of Memories Luncheon' to celebrate the lives of senior residents who have reached the milestone of 100 years of age.

The Centenarians, and two of their guests, are invited to the event which includes a two-course lunch, musical performance and presentations of gifts and certificates by the Mayor.

If you, a family member or friend will be celebrating their 100th birthday in 2026 or if you're older than 100, please contact us on 1300 653 356 or email info@kingston.vic.gov.au by Monday 18 May 2026.

AccessCare

The City of Kingston is committed to providing our older residents with reliable, high-quality aged care services through AccessCare, Kingston’s home care service.

We offer a range of services and programs designed to meet the personal needs of our residents aged 65 and over to allow them to continue living independently and with dignity in their own home and community.

Whatever your needs, AccessCare is here to help.

For more information on our services and how to apply for support at home with the City of Kingston, please visit the AccessCare website or call our friendly team on 1300 819 200.