John Mcrae Centre, Toorak
We know just how important it is to remain active, connected and independent as you age. At John Mcrae Centre, Toorak, you can access a wide range of social connections programs to achieve your wellbeing goals.
Our centre
Be part of a welcoming community at John Mcrae Centre, Toorak - your go-to space for feeling good and staying connected. With social support focusing on reablement and independence, we are here to help you keep doing what you love.
Programs
Our programs are designed to help you stay connected
Social connection group outings
Social connection over the phone
Visiting us
Anyone is welcome to join our Social Connections program.
Subsidies and greater clinical care may be available for people who:
- are aged 65 years and over
- are aged 50 years and are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- have carers who require respite
- live alone and are assessed as being at risk of social isolation or depression
- have an assessed health concern that requires rehabilitation or restorative assistance.
To access subsidised services, you’ll need to be registered, assessed and referred by My Aged Care. No referral is required for clients who are self-funded.
Our stories
12 Jun 2025
Keeping well
Meet John Singleton, who goes to the Wellness Centres within the new Burwood East Community Hub every week for his “wellness fix”.
News
Health and Wellness
11 Jun 2025
Back on track again!
Alex Miller has a bounce in his step and a twinkle in his eye. For a good reason! He’s packed away his walking stick and pain killers and is feeling better than he has in years!
News
Health and Wellness
23 Apr 2025
The joy of Easter
The joy of Easter was celebrated across Uniting AgeWell’s residential and home care services.
News
Health and Wellness
23 Apr 2025
Let’s talk mental health
Ageing impacts the body in so many ways, with mental health and well-being often directly impacted. So, how can older Australians and carers stay on top of their mental health?
Podcast
Health and Wellness
19 Mar 2025
Health, wellness and celebrations
The Uniting AgeWell Community Hubs in Berwick and Burwood East have been a hive of activity hosting community open days.
News
Health and Wellness
11 Mar 2025
When the going gets tough
Many people are not fully prepared for caring for an ageing loved one. Host, Jacinta Parsons explores this dynamic and how the well-being of both parties can be addressed.
Podcast
Health and Wellness
10 Feb 2025
Growing older my way
Getting older does not mean your life has to stop, or that your impact needs to be less. Jacinta Parsons is joined by guests Merv Stanton and Loretta Simmons OAM.
Podcast
Health and Wellness
06 Dec 2024
Equation to Ageing Well
Joan Tucker doesn’t need a calculator to work out her equation for happiness. “It’s your attitude to life,” she explains. “You can be old at 45, but young at 95. It’s up to you!”
News
Health and Wellness
14 Aug 2024
Coming soon
Uniting AgeWell podcast, The Ageing Ideal, launches Wednesday 12 February.
Podcast
Health and Wellness
