Positive ageing and social connection programs

Our programs

If you’re keen to stay connected and active, you’ll be spoiled for choice in the City of Whittlesea. We have a diverse and engaging range of programs to keep you healthy, energised and independent for longer. No matter your interests and abilities, you’re sure to find something to suit.

These events and activities are designed for people aged 50 years and older living in the City of Whittlesea. They include activities suitable for members of our Let Everyone Actively Participate (LEAP) program, as well as people referred through My Aged Care package.

All our programs are run by professionally trained staff and volunteers.

Let Everyone Actively Participate Program (LEAP)

Let Everyone Actively Participate (LEAP) is a Council program of enjoyable and affordable events and activities for residents aged 50 years and older. As a LEAP member you can participate in physical and social activities to improve and maintain health, wellbeing and social connection.

It's a great way to meet new people, build new friendships, stay active and learn new skills.

Regular LEAP programs include:

  • sports and recreation
  • exercise classes
  • health and wellbeing workshops.

How to join LEAP

To participate in LEAP programs and activities you need to become a member.

It’s easy to join. Simply download the LEAP membership form, complete it and return it to us at ageingwell@whittlesea.vic.gov.au

You can also contact the Ageing Well department by calling 03 9217 2170 then pressing option 4 when prompted to add an extension.

Download the LEAP membership application form(PDF, 284KB)

Program fees

While LEAP membership is free, there is a cost to participate and attend some of the programs.

Please refer to LEAP Positive Ageing Program booklet(PDF, 10MB) for fee information or contact Ageing well team on 03 9217 2170, option 4. 

LEAP members are also eligible for discounted membership to the Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre and the Mill Park Leisure.

Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)

Social participation and carer respite is also available under the federal government’s Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP). These services are available for residents aged over 65 years, or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people aged over 50 years.

To access these services, you’ll need a My Aged Care referral.

Our programs are open to participants who:

  • are assessed as eligible for social support or centre based respite through My Aged Care
  • live in the Northern Metropolitan Region (City of Whittlesea, City of Yarra, City of Hume, City of Darebin, City of Banyule, City of Nillumbik).

Please note that you will need to arrange your own transport to the activity.

To view our full list of programs and activities, download the 2026 Positive Ageing Program booklet(PDF, 10MB).

You can also explore our weekly and monthly programs in the next section.

Positive Ageing (LEAP and CHSP events)

View our 2026 Positive Ageing Program events below. These programs are available to both LEAP members and CHSP participants unless otherwise noted.