Seniors in CamdenSeniors Health and Lifestyle Directory According to the 2006 Census, 11,377 people aged 50 years, reside in the Camden Local Government area. This is 23.1% (abs, 2008) of the total Camden population of 49,205 people. 11.1% of this population is in the 50-59 age group, 6.1% in the 60-69 age group, 4.8% in the 70-84 age group and 1.1% are 85 years or over. This population is estimated to grow significantly over the next 30 years as a result of the extensive new developments planned for the LGA with the South Western Sydney Growth Centre and as a result of the population aging. This will present a challenge for Council and Community organisations working with Senior's to ensure services and activities continue to be relevant and meet the population demand. To plan for this increased population Council produces a Community Plan that is developed in close consultation with the community. This plan outlines Council's plans for the community within a 5 year time frame. The current plan will be nearing it's completion date in 2009. If you would like to be involved in planning for the new Community Plan please email. Your participation will ensure all of sections of the community are consulted and considered. Seniors CentresCamden Senior Citizen's Centre Camden Seniors Citizen's Centre is located in John Street Camden. The centre offers a leisure group for older persons with activities that include indoor sports, regular coach trips, theme dinners, fun dances and art classes. For further information contact. Camden Senior Citizens Centre Harrington Park Community Centre The Harrington Park Community Centre is located at 33A Fairwater Drive, Harrington Park. This centre is home to the Harrington Park over 55's group which meets on the first Monday of the month from 10am-1pm. For further information please contact: President - Lynn Toohey For a full listing of all groups and activities for seniors in the Camden area, please refer to the Camden Community Directory. Seniors Health and Lifestyle DirectoryCamden Council's older residents now have access to an easy-to-follow services directory that can assist them in maintaining their independence at home. The Camden Seniors Health and Lifestyle Directory contains a range of information to interest older people, their families and carers. The guides can be downloaded or you can obtain copies from Councils Customer Service Centres. To have a guide mailed please phone 4645 5084. EventsThe Camden Seniors Program Committee The Camden Seniors Program Committee is a Council Management Committee that organises and facilitates four annual events for Senior's in Camden. These events include: The Camden Seniors Concert The Camden Seniors Lifestyle and Leisure Expo The Camden Seniors Spring Lunch The Camden Seniors Christmas Lunch For further information please contact: Nicole Collins ResourcesThe Aged and Disability Pack 2008 Useful Websiteshttp://www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au/home.asp http://www.dadhc.nsw.gov.au/dadhc/Older+People/ http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/payments/conc_cards_cshc.htm
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