Safe and Connected Seniors: FREE Community Sessions

When:: Friday 5th , to Monday 22nd of June, 2026,
Where:: Various across Greater Shepparton
Cost:: FREE
Contact:: (03) 5832 9700 or

Know your rights. Stay safe. Stay connected.

Learn how to recognise and respond to elder abuse
Understand your rights and local support serv ices
Ask questions and connect with others

Upcoming sessions

Council will host a series of free community information sessions across Greater Shepparton to help older residents stay informed, connected and supported.

The sessions will feature guest speakers from organisations supporting older people, information about recognising the signs of elder abuse, and details about local support services available across the region.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided at each session.

The sessions are free and open to everyone in the community.

Date	Time	Venue	Location
Fri 5 June 2026	1pm – 3pm	Tatura Community House	Tatura
Tue 9 June 2026	10am – 11.30am	Shepparton Eureka Village	Shepparton
Fri 12 June 2026	10am – 12.30pm	GV U3A	Shepparton
Tue 16 June 2026	10am – 12pm	North Shepparton Community Centre	Shepparton
Fri 19 June 2026	10.30am – 12.30pm	Murchison Neighbourhood House	Murchison
Mon 22 June 2026	10.30am – 12.30pm	Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre (MEAC)	Mooroopna

No registrations required.

What is elder abuse?

Elder abuse can take many forms including financial, emotional, psychological, physical, sexual and social abuse. It can occur once or repeatedly and is most commonly carried out by someone known to the older person, including adult children, family members or friends.

National research found that 14.8 per cent of Australians aged 65 years and over experienced at least one recognised form of elder abuse over a 12-month period. This equates to an estimated 160,000 older Victorians experiencing elder abuse each year.

Need support?

If you are experiencing elder abuse or are concerned about someone else, support is available.

Seniors Rights Victoria: 1300 368 821
Elder Help Line: 1800 353 374
Emergency: 000

For more information about the sessions, please contact Council’s Access and Positive Ageing Officer on (03) 5832 9700 or email PositiveAgeing@shepparton.vic.gov.au.