Welcome to the Inclusee Blog — a space we share ideas, inspire connection and celebrate the power of community. Here, we explore topics that matter to our participants, volunteers and supporters — from digital literacy and wellness, to social inclusion and everyday stories of impact. Whether you're looking for practical tips or a feel-good read, you're in the right place.
Helen’s Hexies: Celebrating Creativity in Inclusee’s Sewing Club
A Hand-Stitched Quilt Inspired by Sewing Club - with Robyn My name is Robyn, and I am the Volunteer Facilitator for the Sewing Club. Everything we do is based on […]
Why Volunteering with Inclusee Might Be the Best Thing You’ll Do This Year
What is volunteering with Inclusee like? In today’s world, it can be surprisingly difficult to feel truly connected. Inclusee helps people of all ages build meaningful connections by making […]
What Is a Yarning Circle—and Why Does It Matter? Sometimes, the simplest moments bring the greatest connection. Sitting together, sharing stories, and having a laugh over a cuppa. A Yarning […]
A Sector Ready for Change: Social Connection at the Positive Ageing Summit
Last week, Inclusee was proud to be a Bronze Sponsor of the 2026 Positive Ageing Summit — an event that continues to bring together leaders, practitioners and advocates committed to […]
Healthy Ageing Day On 6 May, Australia marks the inaugural National Healthy Ageing Day, created and led by iLA to bring communities, organisations, and individuals together around a shared goal: […]
A Practical Guide to Support for Socially Isolated Seniors in Australia
Loneliness and social isolation can creep up quietly in later life. Retirement, health changes, losing a partner, or giving up driving can all reduce everyday social contact. Support is available […]
One community member's poetic reflection on friendship and belonging at Inclusee We’re deeply grateful to Margaret for generously sharing this beautiful poem with us. Her words capture the heart […]
Staying socially connected does not stop with retirement. For many older Australians and unpaid carers, online clubs have become a practical way to meet new people, stay mentally active, and […]
Community is medicine: Why Social Prescribing matters
What is Social Prescribing for Older Adults? Social Prescribing Day is a global moment to recognise that health is shaped by many factors, including connection, routine, purpose, and whether people […]
Why I’ve Stayed Longer Than Ever Before at Inclusee Four years ago this week, I started working at Inclusee. It also happens to be Neurodiversity Celebration Week, which feels like […]
The Unexpected Freedom of Going Solo - by Sandra Paterson There comes a time in a person's life - usually somewhere between discovering they prefer Egyptian cotton sheets to a […]
Preparing for Social Health in Retirement When people think about retirement planning, the focus is usually financial. Superannuation balances, income streams and retirement age dominate the conversation. These things matter, […]
Evolving Connection, Growing Community In 2026, Inclusee steps boldly into a new chapter defined by Evolution - a year where innovation, growth and purpose intertwine to strengthen social connection across […]
Inclusee 2025: A Year of Connection, Culture and Courage
Inclusee 2025 Recap As we turn the page on 2025, we pause to reflect on a year that has been nothing short of transformative. At Inclusee, our mission has always […]
Inclusion in Action: Reflecting on Our Wins and What’s Next
Reflections from Our Diversity and Inclusion Champion These words come from Sandra Paterson, our Diversity and Inclusion Champion, who has been at the heart of driving these initiatives: “One of […]
From Hello to Health: Why Say G’Day Day Matters Every year on 21 November, Australians are invited to take part in something simple, joyful and surprisingly powerful: Say G’Day Day. […]
The Power of Connection: What the WHO Wants You to Know
Why is social connection the most powerful medicine of all? 💡💬 Let’s talk about health. Not the usual stuff like kale smoothies or gym memberships. There’s a growing movement that’s shifting […]
Our Virtual Community Centre is Getting an Upgrade At Inclusee, we believe connection is more than a nice-to-have, it’s a lifeline. Every day, we see how a friendly conversation, a […]
A Global Honour: Inclusee Joins the GILC Community
By Rachael Cook, Chief Executive Officer, Inclusee I am deeply honoured to share that Inclusee has been formally accepted as a full voting member of the Global Initiative on Loneliness […]
Inclusee Recognised for Diversity, Innovation & Workplace Excellence 🏆 We’ve got some exciting news to share! 🚨 Inclusee has been named a national finalist in the 2025 iAwards for Championing […]
Celebrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion During Pride Month This June, Inclusee proudly jumped into the Sweat with Pride campaign, an effort to raise essential funds and awareness for LGBTQIA+ communities […]
Welcome to Inclusee Connects. I am thrilled to write the very first blog for Inclusee! As the CEO of Inclusee, it brings me great joy to introduce this wonderful new platform […]
Inclusee Ltd, a not-for-profit charity, fosters connections among older Australians and Carers through digital programs, aiming to create a sustainable, educated, fun, and supportive online community.
At Inclusee Ltd, we honour and respect the Elders of the Turrbal people, past, present, and future, and recognise the many First Nations language groups as the traditional custodians of the lands where we work and connect.
Inclusee believes in respecting and cherishing all of Australia’s elder community. By valuing our First Nation’s rich stories, traditions, and deep knowledge of environmental stewardship, we commit to working alongside them to foster a connected, educated, and sustainable community.
We believe that by honouring First Nations people, we are not only preserving a vital cultural heritage but also embracing sustainable practices that ensure a healthier planet for future generations.
