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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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SUMMARY:National Safe Work Month (AU)
DESCRIPTION:National 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\nNational Safe 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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SUMMARY:Grandparents Day (AU)
DESCRIPTION:Grandparents Day is celebrated in Queensland on the last Sunday in October each year. It recognises the important contribution grandparents make to families and communities through their care\, experience\, knowledge\, stories and traditions. \nIn 2026\, Grandparents Day falls on Sunday 25 October as part of Queensland Seniors Month. \nWhy it matters\n\nGrandparents can play an important role in family life\, providing connection\, care\, support and experience across generations.\nFamily stories\, traditions and personal history can be lost when we do not make time to share and record them.\nRelationships between grandparents and younger generations can help build positive attitudes towards ageing and older people.\nSome grandparents take on substantial caring responsibilities\, including raising grandchildren as primary carers.\nConversations about wishes\, important information and practical matters can make future health events\, caregiving and end-of-life planning easier for families to navigate.\nTaking time to ask questions now can preserve memories\, knowledge and family history for future generations.\n\nGrandparents Day is an opportunity to celebrate the people who help shape our families — and to make time for conversations\, stories and information that may become even more valuable in the years ahead. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nAustralia (Queensland) \n\nQueensland Government – Department of Families\, Seniors\, Disability Services and Child Safety\nQueensland Government information and support recognising grandparents\, their contribution to families and communities\, and the important role many grandparents play in caring for grandchildren.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/grandparents-day-au/
CATEGORIES:Ageing & Aged Care
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029
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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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