Many Australians want to grow older in familiar surroundings, with a sense of connection, comfort and control. And as our population lives longer, and our systems are asked to do more, the question of how and where we age becomes both a personal and collective challenge.

This conversation explores what it takes to support ageing well at home, from housing and neighbourhood design, to community services. It considers how we can create conditions that allow people to live safely, independently and with dignity as they grow older.

The experts

Brigid Wilkinson, CEO of Council on the Ageing Tasmania
Stephen Geason, Director, Cykel Architecture
Professor Jason Byrne, Professor of Human Geography and Planning, University of Tasmania

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Head to the venue early and enjoy complimentary refreshments from 5.30pm.

Parking

Free parking, including accessible spaces, is available at the venue.

Event partner

Held in partnership with COTA Tasmania and the University of Tasmania.

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