Active Ageing Strategy
Camden Council is committed to engaging with community, business, services and other levels of government to make Camden a better place to age, now and into the future.
The age structure forecasts for Camden between 2016 and 2026, indicates a 57.4% increase in population of retirement age, meaning that one in five of our residents will be over the age of 65 years.
Camden Council has developed an Active Ageing Strategy 2016 - 2026. This strategy is a living document, describing how we will build on the existing resources within our community to foster feelings of safety amongst older people and improve access to information, services and facilities.
The Strategy will also assist us to provide more opportunities for inclusion and social participation and promote health and well-being for the growing number of older people in the Camden LGA.
For more information about the Active Ageing Strategy contact Council's Community Project Officer, Aged and Disability on 4645 5009 or via email.
Virtual Connect Sessions
Council has proudly put together the Virtual Connect Video Series, which features information and interactive wellbeing activities older residents can do at home, with family or friends or in a group setting.
It includes fun activities and practical information sessions, such as gentle exercise, dance, and meditation; and lifelong learning initiatives, including health and information technology sessions.
Virtual Connect is also available in DVD format and is available to seniors across the Camden area and can be posted out or picked up from Camden Libraries and facilities.
Supported by the NSW Government.
Welcome to Virtual Connect
Healthy eating and cooking tips with Gerry
Falls Prevention
Computer Skills Workshop
Tai Chi and Meditation
Thank you and closing
Active Ageing - Things to Do
Download the Active Ageing Flyer
Explore
Walk, scooter or bike ride along Miss Llewella Davies Pioneers Walkway and Camden Bike Track. Mount Annan Botanic Garden; 400 hectares of natural woodland and stunning landscapes. Explore Camden by car. You never know where you will end up or what you might discover in your local community.
Miss Llewella Davies Pioneer Walkway- 2.4 kms of walking path throughout Camden Town Farm
Nepean River Cycleway - 4km walk along Camden Bike Track
Harrington Park Lake - Easy 2.3km walk around picturesque Harrington Park Lake
Camden Scenic Drive – if you wanted to see the sights from the comfort of your car.
Get Active
Oran Park Leisure Centre
Oran Park Leisure Centre is a premier facility offering an indoor 50m heated pool, a leisure pool with a toddler area. Stay active in our fully equipped gym and group fitness studios or enjoy the spacious 4-court sports stadium.
Mount Annan Leisure Centre
Open all year round with an array of activities and facilities
The Pit Martial Arts
This centre in Smeaton Grange has a keen focus on health and wellbeing programs for residents aged 50 years and over.
Park Run
Walk or run five kilometres each Saturday at Camden Bike Track (Cowpasture Reserve) or Australian botanic Garden Mt Annan.
Camden War Memorial Pool
Open in the summer period – 50m Outdoor Pool, Wading Pool, Disability Pool and Changeroom Access
Entertainment
Camden Civic Centre has several activities, events & entertainment throughout the year.
United Cinemas - For blockbuster and new release movies, head to United Cinemas, Narellan.
Culture and History
Alan Baker Gallery
Beautiful exhibitions and exciting activities
Camden Museum
A rich collection of Camden’s historical artefacts including photos, maps, clothing, and furniture.
Macarthur Park
Note the aspects of Camden’s rich history in the park, opened in 1906.
Connect
There are many opportunities available to connect with the community in a voluntary capacity.
Camden Museum
Friends of Belgenny Farm
There are an abundance or volunteering opportunities within local organisations within the community, reach out to your local non for profit to see where you could connect with them. More on this on our volunteering page.
Markets
Camden has local markets to cater for all tastes.
Camden Produce Markets; Every Saturday from 7am to 12pm at 40 Exeter Street, Camden.
Cobbitty Village Markets: Combined Craft and Food Market. First Saturday of the Month at Cobbitty Primary School, 306 Cobbitty Road, Cobbitty.