Savvy Seniors | Yeppoon

Overview

Our 2026 Savvy Seniors workshops focus on empowering you to look after yourself and make informed decisions later in life.

Who is this for?

This workshop is for those ages 60 and older (50 and older for First Nations Peoples), inclusive of diverse sexuality, gender, and cultural identity.

Topics

Preventing Elder Abuse: Building Community Connections
Introduction to the Senior Relationship Service and Community Needs

Legal Matters: Wills, Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), and Advanced Health Directives
Learn how to make informed, safe decisions about legal matters including wills, EPOAs, responsibilities and advanced health directives.

Managing Your Finances, Retirement, and Preparing for Aged Care
Gain confidence in managing your finances later in life.

Learn practical strategies for budgeting, saving, and planning for retirement, while understanding the financial decisions that matter most as we age. We’ll also guide you through the complexities of the aged care system, helping you make informed choices for your future.

Safety for Seniors
This workshop aims to increase awareness of personal and home safety strategies, provide practical tips to prevent scams and elder abuse, build confidence in accessing support services, and strengthen community connections for seniors.”

Scams and Consumer Protection
Learn how to recognise and avoid scams, to protect your consumer rights, and to keep your finances safe.

Dates & Times

Courses run from 10.00 – 11:30 am, with each course focusing on a specific topic.

18 Feb 2026 – Preventing Elder Abuse: Building Community Connections

18 Mar 2026 – Legal Matters: Wills, Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), and Advanced Health Directives

22 Apr 2026 – Managing Your Finances, Retirement, and Preparing for Aged Care

20 May 2026 – Safety for Seniors

17 Jun 2026 – Scams and Consumer Protection

Location

80 John Street Yeppoon Qld

Australia (Room C)

Cost

Free

How to register

To register for a Savvy Seniors workshop, simply fill out the Savvy Seniors Yeppoon 2026 form.