Everyday Learning & Independent Living

Practical, culturally responsive learning that helps older Queenslanders manage everyday tasks, make informed decisions and remain active and independent in their communities.
  • 10-Week Program
  • Weekly 2.5-Hour Sessions
  • Community-Based Small Groups

What You'll Learn

  • Use everyday tools and information with confidence
  • Find trusted information for transport, appointments and community services
  • Make informed consumer decisions and manage common daily tasks

Who Should Join

  • Queenslanders aged 50+ seeking to maintain everyday independence
  • People navigating unfamiliar services, systems or household technology
  • Anyone who prefers practical, patient and step-by-step learning
Older people connecting at a community centre

Access & Support

  • No previous knowledge or formal learning experience required
  • Activities are adapted to individual goals, experience and support needs

Explore This Program

Overview

About This Program

This 10-week, small-group program helps older Queenslanders strengthen the practical knowledge and confidence needed for everyday life. Topics include communication, consumer awareness, transport, household technology and finding trusted information and services. Guided activities, plain-language instruction and culturally responsive support help participants make informed decisions and maintain greater independence.

Why This Program Matters

Community Need

Changes in services, technology and everyday systems can create confusion and reduce independence, particularly for older people facing language, information or access barriers.

Program Purpose

The program builds practical capability so participants can manage common tasks, understand their options and navigate everyday services with greater confidence.

Accessible Delivery

Real-life examples, small groups, repetition and culturally responsive support make learning relevant, accessible and easier to apply at home and in the community.

Intended Outcomes

Greater confidence, more informed decisions, improved ability to manage everyday tasks and stronger participation in community life.

Program Content

What the Program Covers

The 10-week program uses practical examples and guided activities to build everyday knowledge, confidence and independent problem-solving.
Weeks 1–2: Everyday Communication and Information
Practise understanding letters, appointment messages, everyday forms and trusted information, while building confidence to ask questions and seek clarification.
Learn to compare products and services, understand bills and basic agreements, identify reliable information and make more informed household choices.
Practise planning local journeys, reading timetables, preparing for appointments and finding appropriate community, health and support services.
Explore everyday household technology, reminders, calendars, safety features and practical routines, then develop a personal plan for applying new skills independently.

How to Join

How to Join

Expressions of interest are welcome from older adults, family members, carers and referring organisations. Complete the form below and our team will provide information about upcoming program availability, locations and participation requirements.

FAQ & Contact

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about participation, accessibility and program delivery.
No special equipment is required. Participants may bring a relevant letter, form or everyday device if they would like to use it as part of a practical learning activity.
Sessions use plain English and culturally responsive teaching methods. Additional language assistance may be available depending on facilitator and volunteer capacity.
The program is designed for Queenslanders aged 50 and over, particularly people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities who want practical support to manage everyday tasks and maintain independence.
Program costs and subsidised places may vary depending on available funding and delivery partnerships. Contact our team for information about the next intake.

Get in Touch

Call us on 07 7538 1188 or email info@lifelong.org.au.

info@lifelong.org.au

Send us a message about participation, referrals or community delivery partnerships.

07 7538 1188

Speak with our team about upcoming programs and participation options.

Queensland Lifelong Academy

PO Box 2180, Sunnybank Hills QLD 4109

Lifelong

A registered charity advancing lifelong learning, digital inclusion and social connection for older Queenslanders, particularly those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
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