Events on offer for Seniors Week 2020

Navigating a global pandemic has been difficult for everyone, but especially our seniors.

For many, they've had to deal with isolation from their support networks, be it friends and family, for an extended period of time.

Lockyer Valley Mayor, Cr Tanya Milligan said 2020 is certainly a year like no other.We really want to give our seniors the opportunity to engage and connect, which is something many have lacked for several months now.We all know how vital that connection is for our mental health, which is why it was so important for us as a Council to still do what we could to offer some events for our seniors, with all the necessary safety precautions very much in place.

Find the full list of activities here.

Our seniors hold such an important place in our community and we hope the few events we are able to hold will be enjoyed by all, Mayor Milligan said.Seniors Week in the Lockyer Valley will be held from 15- 23 August.This year's events include:

• Tuesday 18 August: Gatton Seniors Social Day, Gatton COTA Seniors Centre, North St, Gatton. 9.30am - 1.30pm. Entry - $10pp includes morning tea, lunch and entertainment. Bookings essential - phone 0439 621 798.
• Tuesday 18 - Thursday 20 August: Garden Tea Party and soft opening of the new Sensory Garden. Limited numbers. Bookings essential - phone 5462 3355.
• Friday 21 August - Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum Revamped' featuring Vintage Car display. Entry fee TBC. Bookings essential - phone 5465 2516.

For the first time in its 60-year history, Seniors Week will this year offer a range of virtual events, to offer support and connection to our seniors throughout this difficult time.To find out more, visit www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/our-region/tourism-and-events/Pages/Seniors-Week.aspx or www.qldseniorsweek.org.au/