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Age Matters. Empowering older Australians to live free from disadvantage

Age Matters tackles homelessness, ageism and social isolation head on. Why? Because disadvantage doesn’t discriminate.

15,000 people over the age of 55 are homeless on any given night.

More than 1 in 4 ageing Australians live in poverty.

Older people who experience ‘extreme loneliness’ are up to 26 percent more likely to die prematurely.

We’re working to change this, and you can help. Support our work or donate online.

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Age Matters is the only organisation in NSW that specialises in helping vulnerable older people at risk of homelessness.

Age Matters Comedy Night

We’re hosting a comedy night fundraiser in partnership with Wollongong Comedy to help support older people facing homelessness. 

Headlined by comedian Tommy Dean, it’s bound to be a night full of laughs. Grab your tickets today!

Supported housing

We help older Australians facing homelessness find stable accommodation that’s right for them.

Our team works directly with at-risk clients to help them find safe and secure housing.

Service Linkage

We are committed to helping people beyond their front door.

We help clients navigate complex systems, such as My Aged Care, and link them to appropriate services that address their individual needs.

Get involved

We assist older people to enjoy paid work, volunteering and social activities.

Volunteer with Age Matters and make a real difference to the lives of older Australians.

 

“I wouldn’t be where I am if it wasn’t for the support of Age Matters and Housing (Housing NSW/Department of Communities and Justice).”

John X

Age Matters

Help us create change

 

Our advocacy, mature age workforce and volunteering programs make it easier for older Australians to be valued, contribute to their communities and stay connected.

Help with housing, service linkage, advocacy or social activities. You’d be surprised what you can do with Age Matters.

Partner with us

Have you got an idea to combat disadvantage amongst older Australians? Are you breaking new ground in addressing issues in health, wellbeing and safety for our seniors?

At Age Matters we believe in the power of working together.

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Age Matters Comedy Night

Join us for a night of laughs! With the support of Wollongong Comedy, Age Matters is holding a comedy night fundraiser on Friday 24 November at…

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