By Charlene Gatt
GELLIBRAND seniors gave politicians their two cents worth last week as part of a national conversation on healthy and positive ageing.
Seniors met with Health Minister Nicola Roxon and Minister for Mental Health and Ageing Mark Butler last week to help the Federal Government draft a response to the Productivity Commission Final Report, Caring for Older Australians.
Mr Butler will meet with seniors, their families and carers at forums in all capital cities and major regional centres in coming months to give the community the opportunity to contribute their views about care and support for Australians as they age.
“In the future, older Australians will lead longer, healthier and more prosperous lives than previous generations. It’s essential we support older Australians to age well, lead vibrant lives and participate productively in society,” Mr Butler said.
“We want to give older Australians the security they need as they age and more choice and control over the way that they live.
“We also want to see a system that is financially sustainable, and is fair for those being cared for as well as for the rest of society, and a system that meets the highest standards of quality.”
