For Seniors
Here's information about some of the services for seniors provided by the Victorian Government.
Always feel free to contact Ann Barker for any other information, assistance or advice.
The Office of Senior Victorians
The Office of Senior Victorians is committed to enhancing the life of seniors by promoting positive ageing and encouraging the community to plan for an ageing population.
Victorian Seniors Card
The Seniors Card is available free to any permanent Victorian resident aged 60 or over who's retired or not working more than 35 hours a week.
Seniors Card holders receive
free travel on Sundays on all public transport after obtaining a Seniors Sunday Pass card
discounts and special offers at a wide range of businesses
Sixty Plus fare on any metropolitan train, tram or bus
concession fare on nominated V/Line off-peak country services
See the Seniors Card website for details including how to apply and find businesses offering seniors discounts. Or contact Ann Barker for Application forms or further information.
State Concessions
The Victorian Government offers concessions on a variety of key services to holders of
- Pensioner Concession Card
- Health Care Card
- Certain Veterans' Affairs cards.
Discounts are available on
- gas, water and electricity bills
- council rates
- public transport
- stamp duty on properties
- car registration
- other services
For information on eligibility and how to apply see State Concessions Or call the Concessions Information Line 1800 658 521.
Other information for Seniors
Victorian Government Health Information
Go for your Life - for older adults
Better Health Channel
Victorian seniors who suffer any form of abuse, mistreatment or neglect can get help from a free and confidential telephone service. Elder abuse can be financial, physical, emotional, social or psychological. It can involve mistreatment or neglect. It can include such instances as families pressuring elderly relatives for money, forcing them to sign documents they do not understand or restricting their contact with friends. Other examples include older persons health needs being ignored or physical abuse. Anyone seeking assistance or information about elder abuse can phone Seniors Rights Victoria on 1300 386 821.
