SENIORS PROGRAMS

There are three regular Seniors’ groups which meet fortnightly in NSW. Come along for a cuppa, chat with old and new friends, sing-a-long or a game of cards. New members always welcome.

We also have a free weekly computer class for seniors. Classes are tailored to suit our students’ individual capabilities and interests and are suitable for all levels. 

And if you’re keen to help out, we’re always on the lookout for amazing volunteers to join our team.

regular EVENTS 

We are closely monitoring the Covid 19 Pandemic situation but we are delighted to resume some of our senior events in 2022. We are taking full precautions and have a risk management plan in place for the safety and wellbeing of all staff and participants.

Cara Club at INA Building
Every second Wednesday from 10am

2022

2 & 16 & 30 March // 13 & 27 April // 11 & 25 May // 8 & 22 June // 6 & 20 July // 3 & 17 &31 August // 7 & 21 Sept // 5 & 19 October // 2 & 16 & 30 November // 7 December

Tír na nÓg at Penrith Gaels
Every second Thursday from 12pm

2022

10 $ 24 March // 7 & 21 April // 5 & 19 May // 2 & 16 & 30 June // 14 & 28 July // 11 & 25 August // 8 & 22 September // 6 & 20 October // 3 & 17 November // 1 & 15 December

Seniors’ Drop in at Wollongong Lutheran Hall
Every second Friday from 10.30am

2022

4 & 18 March // 1 & 15 & 29 April // 13 & 27 May // 10 & 24 June // 8 & 22 July // 5 & 19 August // 2 & 16 & 30 September // 14 & 28 October // 10 & 24 November // 8 December

Silver Surfers

Our Silver Surfers computer/tablet classes run thoughout the year in the Gaelic Club, Surry Hills on a Wednesday afternoon from 2pm-4pm. The classes aim to provide our Seniors with the basic skills for connecting safely to keep up to date with news, family and friends.

We have a wonderful cohort of volunteers to oversee the classes so there will be plenty of support available for all attendees.

All equipment and learning materials will be provided.  If you are interested in joining the classes, please email admin@irishsupportagency.org.au or call 02 9300 8019.

PAST EVENTS 

Seniors Christmas Lunch- Wednesday 8th December 2021

We were delighted to have had the opportunity to convene for our annual Christmas Senior’s lunch on Wed 8th December 2021. Thank you again to Penrith Gaels Cultural and Sporting Association for their generous grant and sponsorship of this special lunch, which is an annual highlight for many of our Seniors.

We were extended sincere welcomes by John Grieve, Club Chairman and Rosie Keane, Consul General of Ireland, Sydney who had her first opportunity to meet with many of our lovely Seniors.

We had an absolute ball in terms of reconnecting, craic and banter and were musically accompanied across the afternoon by the lovely and accomplished duo Rebecca Harkin and her fiancé Kurt Russell. Thank you to all at Penrith Gaels for looking after us!

Seniors Christmas Lunch- Wednesday 16th December 2020

We were delighted to have had the opportunity to convene for our annual Christmas Senior’s lunch on Wed 16th December. Thank you to Penrith Gaels Cultural and Sporting Association for their generous grant and sponsorship of this special lunch, which is an annual highlight for many of our Seniors. We were extended sincere welcomes by John Grieve, Club Chairman and Adrienne Hickey, Deputy Consul Ireland, Sydney who had her first opportunity to meet with many of our lovely Seniors.

We had an absolute ball in terms of reconnecting, craic and banter and were musically accompanied across the afternoon by the lovely and accomplished duo Rebecca Harkin and her recent fiancé Kurt Russell. Congratulations to the pair. Thank you to all at Penrith Gaels for looking after us!

Seniors Mid Year Lunch - Wednesday 3rd July 2019

Our Seniors group enjoyed a wonderful get together at 34bia for our Seniors Mid Year lunch. Thank you so much to Brendan and Adam who were wonderful hosts, serving us up a truly scrumptious meal and to Geraldine Hennessy, who aside from volunteering on the day, gifted us all her homemade famine bread and strawberry jam. Sincere thanks also to Shay, The Irish Butcher, who generously donated black puddings for all to take home and to Taste Ireland for the food hamper for our raffle prize. Thanks also to Noel Brophy of the Wollongong Seniors who delighted us all with his wonderful repertoire of songs and ballads. The day was just too short!

Christmas Lunch - Wednesday 13th December 2017

A huge thanks to Penrith Gaels Club for once again sponsoring our annual Christmas Dinner. We were pleased to return to St Patrick's Hall in Bondi this year. A great day was had by all, thanks to our volunteers for all their hard work in making this day a success. 

Tír na nÓg Christmas Lunch - Tuesday 5th December

Thanks to the Tír na nÓg group and Penrith Gaels club for a wonderful day at their Christmas party. Along with a delicious meal from the club's Shamrock Bistro we enjoyed a few laughs and singing from this lively group. 

Our Christmas Lunch is proudly sponsored by Penrith Gaels Club