AAG Presents
AAG Conversations: Issues That Matter Series Episode 3

Ageing Well from Primary Care to Social Inclusion


We plan to record this event and make that recording  available to all registrants.

If you can't make it on the day we encourage you to register
anyway so that you receive the link.

Access to the recording in our video library will be
restricted to AAG members and webinar registrants


This event is brought to you in partnership with the Australian Government
through the Dementia and Aged care Services Fund

Join us for a unique, cross-sector conversation on the full continuum of ageing well, from primary care through to meaningful social inclusion. Facilitated by immediate past president of AAG, Dr Claudia Meyer, this episode of Issues that Matter brings together experts from leading organisations shaping the future of ageing in Australia.

Drawing on the expertise of Australian Institute for Intergenerational Practice (AIIP) leaders in fostering intergenerational connection and community innovation, the conversation will explore how relationships across generations support wellbeing at every stage of life. We will hear from Meaningful Ageing Australia to discuss how spiritual care and having purpose, identity, and connection remain central to quality of life as we age. We will also learn about the work of Geriatric Care Australia, who specialise in geriatric medicine and primary care integration, ensuring older people receive expert, holistic clinical care aligned with their needs and goals.

In this 3rd episode, we ask how do we integrate these approaches to support older Australians not just to live longer, but to truly age well, with dignity, purpose, and connection?

This episode of AAG Conversations will be an active forum where audience members can:

• investigate the opportunities and challenges in practically delivering a seamless pathway of ageing well
• learn about the evidence-based, person-centred primary care underway across Australia, and how social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing are integral to age-inclusive communities

Hear from our speakers:

Note: due to unexpected circumstances, Emeritus Professor Anneke Fitzgerald is unable to participate in the panel discussion as previously advertised. We are pleased to welcome A/Prof Katrina Radford to the panel.



Associate Professor Katrina Radford
AIIP Council Member
Katrina is an Associate Professor at Griffith University. My research program focuses on managing an ageing population in three key areas: 1) How can we better support an ageing workforce? 2) How can we better retain and support employees within the aged care sector?, and 3) How can we build better systems or programs that provide quality care for the ageing population?




Rachael Wass, CEO
Meaningful Ageing Australia
Rachael is dedicated to making a difference to the quality of life of older people and believes there is a different future for our ageing population, one that puts humanity before profit and allows people to be seen, heard and supported with empathy, openness and compassion.
Rachael’s previous experience was Associate Director (Aged Care specialist), Management Consultancy for KPMG, a CEO and Founder of Business Strategic Planning Consultancy in aged care and medical devices industry. She joins the Meaningful Ageing Australia team with extensive Brand Product Leadership roles, including a solid foundation in Healthcare Account Management spanning over 25 years.
Based in Naarm (Melbourne), Rachael was formerly a carer for 15 years, a life-long Buddhist practitioner and her passions include learning about indigenous culture, meditation and philosophy, pilgrimages and the power of song.



Jessica Morgan
Programs and Partnerships Manager
GeriatricCare Australia
Jessica Morgan is a Registered Nurse with more than 15 years of experience across acute care, aged care, primary care, and healthcare leadership. As Program & Partnerships Manager at Geriatric Care Australia, she leads the development of innovative programs and strategic partnerships that enhance access to healthcare for older Australians. Jessica is passionate about advancing integrated models of care, strengthening collaboration across the health and aged care sectors, and delivering meaningful outcomes for older people, their families, and care providers.

Facilitated by:

Dr Claudia Meyer
Physiotherapist and former AAG President


In collaboration with