Summary
Fremantle’s over 55s are donning their dancing shoes every month for an afternoon of twisting, shaking, swaying, waltzing and line dancing!
Since August last year, the City of Fremantle in partnership with Fremantle Workers Club, Notre Dame University, Town of East Fremantle, Fremantle Italian Club and Swan Yacht Club has facilitated monthly dances for the over 55s community.
The monthly dances, aptly named Dance Hall Days, are partly made possible thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Department of Communities.
City of Fremantle Community Development Officer Kay Raymond said Dance Hall Days was a fantastic event for over 55s which encouraged social participation and inclusion.
Events like this are so important for engaging isolated seniors and encouraging increased social opportunities and friendships.
Website: https://www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/news-and-media/2032019-over-55s-having-ball-dance-hall-days
Key facts
Main target group: Older people in general
Other target group(s): People with a disability
Sector(s): Health
Desired outcome for older people:
Build and maintain relationships
- Dementia
- Intergenerational activities
- Inclusion
- Technologies