We co-create solutions
for ageing well

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Working together for healthier, happier living as you age

Find out how you can connect and contribute to the Central Coast Health & Wellbeing Living Lab

Our Commitment

By placing people at the heart of our process, we create solutions that are not only innovative but also practical and impactful. Our Living Lab is dedicated to making a real difference in the community, one collaborative effort at a time. 

Core challenges our Living Lab
will tackle

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    Community Connection

    How might we enhance community connection to reduce social isolation and loneliness among older people?

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    Enabling Lifelong Health

    How might we proactively enhance lifelong health and wellbeing that empowers individuals and promotes a holistic, preventative approach to health.

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    Support at Home

    How might we integrate traditional in-person support with innovative technology-based solutions to assist older people in maintaining their independence for as long as possible?

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    Connect with the Living Lab!

    Are you an older person, caregiver or healthcare professional interested in health and wellbeing?

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    Partner with the Living Lab!

    Are you a business, service provider or researcher who wants to partner with the Living Lab to develop solutions?

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About Us

The Living Lab is a partnership between the Central Coast Local Health District, the University of Newcastle, and the people of the Central Coast.

We bring together older people, caregivers, businesses, healthcare professionals, healthcare providers and researchers to design, test, and deliver smart solutions that help us live fulfilling, connected lives in our homes as we age.

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13 February, 2024

Strategic Direction Collaborative Workshop

Why ageing at home matters

Growing older in our own homes can allow us to maintain choice, independence and stay connected to our communities.

Ageing at home is more than just a personal preference; it can lead to a healthier, more fulfilling life and a sustainable healthcare system.

The Central Coast Health & Wellbeing Living Lab is focused on collaborating to create solutions that make it easier for older people to age well at home.