First-generation Filipino migrants in Darwin remain active as seniors

First generation Filipinos who migrated in Darwin during the seventies and eighties remain active members of the community. Many are participating in activities geared for seniors as part of the Filipiniana Senior Citizens Association Incorporated.

The Filipiniana Senior Citizens Association Incorporated is mainly composed of Filipino migrants who moved to Darwin in the 1970s to the 1980s. Credit: Rosario Cabunsol

Key Points

• The Filipiniana Senior Citizens Association Incorporated is a community group that plans and runs activities, including games, singing, dancing, exercises, picnics and dining out.
• The provide support sick members and provides financial help and attendance at funerals for members who pass away.
• The group also organises information sessions relating to health and other aged care services and other government support services.

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Rosario Cabunsol, Committee Member, Filipiniana Senior Citizens Association Incorporated with SBS Filipino Darwin correspondent Cristina Magbohos during SBS's May visit. Credit: SBS Filipino

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