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The Older Mens Network (TOMNET) Toowoomba
The Older Mens Network (TOMNET)
Services Provided By The Older Mens Network (TOMNET) Toowoomba
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After the novelty of retirement wears off and the honeymoon is over, many can be left asking "what's next?". The Older Mens Network (TOMNET) is a not for profit community organisation supporting and ...
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After the novelty of retirement wears off and the honeymoon is over, many can be left asking "what's next?". TOMNET is a not for profit organisation which provides Peer Support for men who have retired, or are thinking about retiring, to assist them through the hidden hardships of this new phase of their life. Through rediscovering fulfilling lives, TOMNET men regain purpose, and the ability to connect, and contribute to the community. If you would like to read more about the hidden hardships of retirement, read our fact sheets http://tomnet.org.au At TOMNET we create networks of older men (50+) who genuinely care about the welfare of each other and find a sense of belonging. We provide opportunities for older men to connect with each other and to also engage with the community through volunteer activities such as: • Home visiting program for isolated and vulnerable older men • Residential Aged Care Visiting teams • Mentoring for disadvantaged youth • Telephone support service for isolated members • Barbecue service Check out our website for more details or contact us to discuss how you can get involved (07) 4638 9080 [email protected] TOMNET was founded in Toowoomba in 2001 and there are a number of TOMNET groups across Australia. For group locations, visit our website http://tomnet.org.au If you would like to set up a TOMNET group in your community, we can help! We have a step-by-step guide and can support you with advice. TOMNET is based on Mateship, Well-being, and support. MATESHIP Our aim is to reach out to older men (over 50's) who are lonely, isolated and in need of friendship. We provide support to improve men's physical, mental, emotional and social well-being and provide them with a sense of belonging. WELL-BEING The Older Mens Network provides older men with the opportunity to benefit from individual peer support, to enhance social networks and gain a sense of belonging in the community. SUPPORT TOMNET values older men, regardless of their circumstances and provides meaningful peer support networks that are responsive to and reflective of individual needs whilst positively promoting the role of men supporting men in the community. Every day in Australia, one man over the age of 65 commits suicide (Griffith University, Australian Institute for Suicide Research Prevention, 2012). TOMNET has been at the forefront of stemming these rates in regional communities and rural areas.
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The Older Mens Network (TOMNET) provides services from these locations:
