Yarrabah Older Peoples Action Program

The aim of the Older Peoples Action Program (TOPAP) is to increase opportunities for independence and community participation for Queensland older people who are socially isolated or at risk of becoming so. The implementation of the Program varies from centre to centre. Services include the provision of information and referral, transport, morning teas and day activities at a drop - in centre, leisure and recreation activities including craft, theatre and card groups, seminars and bus tours and basic computer skills. We also do extensive referral work to other social groups and agency's. These include: Elder Abuse - Seniors Legal Issues - Senior Transport Concerns. They also have information activities including community education concerning older peoples issues.