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SUMMARY:Queensland Seniors Month (AU)
DESCRIPTION:Queensland Seniors Month is an annual celebration recognising the contributions\, experience and value of older Queenslanders. The month promotes positive ageing\, inclusion\, independence and connection\, while encouraging communities to support people as they age. \nWhy it matters\n\nAgeing well relies on more than health alone — it includes connection\, purpose\, security and independence.\nOlder people can face isolation\, reduced mobility\, health challenges and barriers to participation if support systems are not in place.\nPositive ageing initiatives help reduce loneliness\, improve well-being and strengthen community ties.\nPlanning ahead supports independence\, choice\, and dignity as needs change over time.\nFamilies and carers often play a growing role as people age\, making awareness and preparation essential.\nRecognising the value of older people challenges ageism and promotes respect across generations.\n\nQueensland Seniors Month highlights the importance of supporting people to live well\, stay connected and plan for later life. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support \nAustralia (Queensland) \n\nCouncil on the Ageing Queensland (COTA Qld)\nState government initiative supporting older Queenslanders through programs\, services and community engagement\, now marking over six decades of advocacy and support.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/queensland-seniors-month-au/
CATEGORIES:Ageing & Aged Care
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
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SUMMARY:International Day of Older Persons
DESCRIPTION:International Day of Older Persons is a United Nations-recognised international awareness day held each year on 1 October to highlight the contributions\, rights and needs of older people worldwide. \nThe day focuses on promoting dignity\, inclusion and respect for older persons\, while drawing attention to issues such as ageing well\, access to services\, participation in community life and protection from abuse and discrimination. \nWhy this matters\n\nPopulations are ageing rapidly\, changing how societies support health\, care and independence.\nOlder people often face ageism\, exclusion and barriers to services and participation.\nMany older Australians contribute significantly through work\, caregiving\, volunteering and leadership.\nPlanning ahead supports autonomy\, choice and dignity as needs change over time.\nRespecting older people’s wishes is central to ethical care and end-of-life planning.\n\nInternational Day of Older Persons reminds us that ageing is not a problem to be managed\, but a stage of life to be supported\, valued and planned for. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nUnited Nations\nGlobal body recognising and promoting International Day of Older Persons through advocacy for the rights\, dignity\, and wellbeing of older people worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nCOTA Australia\nNational peak body representing the interests of older Australians\, advocating for age-friendly communities\, policy reform\, and inclusion.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/international-day-of-older-persons/
CATEGORIES:Ageing & Aged Care
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
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SUMMARY:Safe Work Month (AU)
DESCRIPTION:Safe Work Month (Australia) is a national initiative that promotes workplace health and safety\, injury prevention and well-being at work. The month encourages individuals\, businesses and communities to reduce the risk of workplace injury and illness before lives are disrupted. \nWhy it matters\n\nWorkplace injuries and illnesses can cause sudden\, life-changing impacts\, including long-term disability or loss of income.\nA serious work injury can affect not just the worker\, but their family\, dependants and carers.\nMany people first face gaps in planning\, documentation\, or support after an unexpected workplace incident.\nPreventing injury helps protect independence\, financial stability and family well-being.\nSafer workplaces reduce the likelihood of long-term health conditions that require ongoing care and support.\nAwareness encourages people and organisations to think ahead about safety\, recovery and what happens if work stops suddenly.\n\nSafe Work Month highlights that prevention is not just about compliance — it’s about protecting people\, families and futures. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nAustralia \n\nSafe Work Australia\nNational policy body responsible for improving work health and safety and workers’ compensation arrangements across Australia.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/safe-work-month-au/
CATEGORIES:Workplace Health & Safety
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTSTAMP:20260111T103737Z
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SUMMARY:World Hospice and Palliative Care Day
DESCRIPTION:World Hospice & Palliative Care Day is an international awareness day that highlights the importance of quality palliative care and hospice services for people living with life-limiting illness. It recognises the role of care teams\, families and communities in supporting comfort\, dignity and choice at the end of life. \nWhy this matters\n\nMany people still misunderstand palliative care\, believing it is only for the final days of life\, when it can support quality of life much earlier.\nGood palliative care reduces pain\, distress and unnecessary hospital admissions.\nFamilies and carers benefit from guidance\, respite and emotional support during complex and exhausting periods.\nEarly conversations about care preferences lead to better outcomes and less crisis decision-making.\nAccess to palliative care remains unequal\, especially in regional and remote communities.\n\nAwareness helps shift palliative care from a last-minute response to a planned\, supported part of health and end-of-life planning. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nWorldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance (WHPCA)\nGlobal alliance coordinating World Hospice and Palliative Care Day\, supporting more than 500 member organisations across over 100 countries to raise awareness\, share resources and promote access to quality hospice and palliative care worldwide.\nAdvance Care Planning International (ACP-i)\nGlobal network supporting advance care planning through education\, collaboration\, and the sharing of best practice across health\, legal and community settings worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nPalliative Care Australia\nNational peak body representing palliative care providers and professionals\, working to improve access to quality palliative care through advocacy\, policy\, education and collaboration across Australia.\nAdvance Care Planning Australia\nNational program providing guidance\, tools\, and resources to help Australians plan\, discuss and document their future health and care preferences.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/
CATEGORIES:End-of-Life Planning & Advance Care
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20260111T110307Z
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SUMMARY:National Carers Week (AU)
DESCRIPTION:National Carers Week is an Australian awareness week that recognises and celebrates the vital role of unpaid carers who support family members and friends with disability\, chronic illness\, mental health conditions\, ageing or end-of-life needs. It highlights the contribution carers make to families\, communities and the broader health and care system. \nWhy this matters\n\nUnpaid carers provide essential support that often replaces or supplements formal health and care services.\nMany carers balance caring responsibilities with work\, parenting and financial pressures\, often at personal cost.\nCarers are at higher risk of burnout\, social isolation and declining physical and mental health.\nCaring roles are frequently invisible\, unrecognised or misunderstood.\nBetter awareness supports earlier access to respite\, services and practical assistance.\n\nRecognising carers helps ensure they are supported\, valued and not left to manage complex responsibilities alone. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nAustralia \n\nCarers Australia\nNational peak body representing unpaid carers\, advocating for recognition\, support and improved policies while providing information and resources for carers across Australia.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/national-carers-week-au/
CATEGORIES:Carers & Support
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
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SUMMARY:World Restart a Heart Day
DESCRIPTION:Restart a Heart Day is an international awareness day held each year on 16 October to raise awareness of sudden cardiac arrest and the life-saving importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). \nThe day aims to increase public confidence to recognise cardiac arrest\, call for help\, start CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED)\, giving more people a chance to survive. \nWhy this matters\n\nSudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone\, anywhere\, at any age.\nSurvival rates increase dramatically when CPR is started immediately.\nMany people hesitate to act due to fear of doing something wrong.\nEarly response by bystanders can save a life before emergency services arrive.\nPlanning and preparedness reduce panic and improve outcomes in medical emergencies.\n\nRestart a Heart Day reminds us that basic skills and quick action can mean the difference between life and death. \nIn Australia\, Restart a Heart is supported by ambulance services and health organisations to increase public confidence in CPR and AED use. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nEuropean Resuscitation Council\nGlobal organisation leading Restart a Heart Day internationally\, promoting CPR training and cardiac arrest awareness worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nCouncil of Ambulance Authorities\nCoordinates World Restart a Heart activities across Australia\, supporting ambulance services and public education to increase bystander CPR and AED use.\nAustralian Resuscitation Council\nNational body providing evidence-based resuscitation guidelines and education used across Australia.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/world-restart-a-heart-day/
CATEGORIES:Health Awareness & Prevention
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
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SUMMARY:World Osteoporosis Day
DESCRIPTION:World Osteoporosis Day raises awareness about bone health and the prevention\, diagnosis\, and treatment of osteoporosis. The day focuses on reducing fractures\, improving early detection and helping people understand how bone loss affects independence\, mobility and quality of life as we age. \nWhy it matters\n\nOsteoporosis causes bones to become fragile\, increasing the risk of fractures from minor falls or everyday movements.\nMany people don’t know they have osteoporosis until a fracture occurs\, making it a “silent” condition.\nFractures can lead to long-term pain\, reduced mobility\, loss of independence and serious health complications.\nWomen after menopause and older men are at higher risk\, but osteoporosis can affect people of all ages.\nEarly diagnosis\, weight-bearing exercise\, nutrition and medical treatment can significantly reduce fracture risk.\nAwareness helps people take action before a fracture changes their life.\n\nWorld Osteoporosis Day highlights the importance of bone health across the lifespan and encourages prevention before injury occurs. \nEvent Co-Ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nInternational Osteoporosis Foundation\nGlobal organisation dedicated to osteoporosis research\, education\, prevention and fracture reduction worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nOsteoporosis Australia\nNational organisation supporting Australians living with osteoporosis through education\, advocacy\, prevention programs and clinical guidance.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/world-osteoporosis-day/
CATEGORIES:Health Events & Chronic Conditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
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SUMMARY:World Stroke Day
DESCRIPTION:World Stroke Day raises awareness about stroke prevention\, early warning signs and life after stroke. The day focuses on reducing risk\, recognising symptoms quickly and supporting recovery\, rehabilitation\, and long-term care. \nWhy it matters\n\nStroke is a leading cause of death and long-term disability worldwide.\nMany strokes are preventable through lifestyle changes and management of risk factors such as high blood pressure\, diabetes\, smoking and inactivity.\nQuick recognition of stroke symptoms and rapid medical treatment can save lives and reduce permanent disability.\nStroke can result in sudden loss of mobility\, speech\, memory\, and independence\, affecting individuals\, families and carers.\nRecovery often requires long-term rehabilitation\, support services and coordinated care.\nAwareness empowers people to act fast and plan for the practical realities that can follow a stroke.\n\nWorld Stroke Day highlights the importance of prevention\, fast response\, and long-term support to protect life\, independence and dignity. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nWorld Stroke Organization\nGlobal organisation dedicated to stroke prevention\, treatment\, rehabilitation and advocacy worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nStroke Foundation\nNational organisation supporting Australians affected by stroke through education\, prevention\, recovery services and advocacy.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/world-stroke-day/
CATEGORIES:Health Events & Chronic Conditions
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SUMMARY:International Day of Care and Support
DESCRIPTION:International Day of Care and Support recognises the essential role of care and support in sustaining individuals\, families\, communities\, and economies. The day highlights the value of unpaid and paid care work and the need for systems that support carers across all stages of life. \nWhy it matters\n\nCare and support underpin daily life\, from caring for children and people with disability to supporting older adults and those with illness or injury.\nMuch care work is unpaid and often invisible\, leading to financial strain\, burnout and reduced well-being for carers.\nCarers frequently balance care responsibilities with employment\, health challenges and family commitments.\nA lack of adequate support can result in isolation\, stress and long-term disadvantage for carers.\nRecognising care as essential work helps drive better policies\, workplace flexibility and access to support services.\nAwareness encourages shared responsibility and planning so care does not fall on one person alone.\n\nInternational Day of Care and Support highlights the need to value care\, support carers and plan for care needs across the lifespan. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nUnited Nations\nGlobal body recognising International Day of Care and Support and promoting policies that value care and support work worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nCarers Australia\nNational organisation representing and supporting unpaid carers through advocacy\, resources and services.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/international-day-of-care-and-support/
CATEGORIES:Carers & Support
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