SOCIAL HEALTH IN RETIREMENT
Retirement is not only a financial decision,
it is a human transition.
Supporting people to retire well - not financially - but socially.
Social Health in Retirement is a practical training program to support retirement transition and social health.
It helps people navigate the social, emotional and identity changes of retirement — and equips organisations to support them.
Most retirement preparation focuses on financial readiness.
But people don't just lose income when work ends.
They lose structure, identity and everyday connection.
For many, this shift is gradual and unexpected.
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routines change
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social circles narrow
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a sense of purpose can become less clear
People can be financially prepared, but feel unprepared for what comes next socially.
WHY THIS MATTERS FOR
ORGANISATIONS
For organisations supporting people into retirement, this presents a growing challenge.
Superannuation providers and local governments play an important role in shaping long-term outcomes — not just financially, but socially.
When the social side of retirement is overlooked:
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individuals may struggle to adjust
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wellbeing can decline over time
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demand on support services can increase
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engagement with members and communities can weaken
Supporting social health is not an additional layer.
It is a missing piece.
A PRACTICAL
FIRST STEP
Social Health in Retirement offers a practical, accessible starting point.
It introduces the concept of social health and gives people the awareness, language and actions to stay connected, purposeful and well — before, during and after retirement.
This is not a complex or intensive program.
It is a clear, structured way to help people:
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understand the importance of social connection and developing social fitness
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knowing how loneliness shows up during transition
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recognise changes in identity, routine and relationships
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take simple, practical steps to strengthen connection in daily life
WHAT THE TRAINING COVERS
The program focuses on four key areas:
Social health and connection
Understanding loneliness as a signal and strengthening meaningful relationships
Identity and purpose
Navigating the shift beyond work and redefining meaning
Wellbeing and resilience
Managing the emotional and practical transition
Lifestyle and structure
Creating routines and activities that support a connected life
DELIVERY
FORMATS
1-hour seminar or webinar
Awareness and first steps
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A focused introduction to social health in retirement
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practical ideas participants can act upon immediately.
Delivered online or in person
Half-day workshop
Understanding and application
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A more interactive session
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Exploring identity, connection and transition
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Time to apply ideas to real life.
3 hours
Delivered in person
Full-day workshop
Integration and planning
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A deeper workshop
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Supporting participants to build a personalised approach to staying connected and well in retirement.
2x 3hr sessions
Delivered in person
Each format is designed as a practical first step.
They all meet people where they are and help them move forward with greater awareness, confidence and connection.
WHO IT'S
FOR
This program is designed for:
Organisations
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superannuation providers supporting members approaching retirement
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local governments supporting ageing populations and community wellbeing
Participants
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individuals approaching retirement
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individuals recently retired
WHY THIS
APPROACH WORKS
This training is positioned as a first step.
It helps people:
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feel informed, not overwhelmed
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feel supported, not diagnosed
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take action, not just reflect
And it gives organisations:
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a low-barrier, scalable way to support large populations and cohorts
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a practical complement to existing services
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a proactive approach to improving long-term health outcomes
DELIVERED IN
PARTNERSHIP
Social Health in Retirement training is delivered through a collaboration between HUMANS:CONNECTING and Inclusee.
Inclusee is a recognised and award-winning organisation supporting social connection for older Australians, with a strong track record of community impact.
HUMANS:CONNECTING brings global insight into human connection, loneliness and relational infrastructure, shaped by leadership and policy experience across complex environments.
Together, the partnership combines:
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practical experience supporting people through life transitions
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evidence-informed approaches to loneliness and social connection
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the ability to translate insight into simple, actionable steps
This ensures the training is not only well-informed, but grounded, practical and ready to apply to real lives.
WHAT HAPPENS
AFTERWARDS
For many participants, this training is the beginning of a broader shift.
It creates awareness, builds confidence, and supports meaningful first steps.
From there, participants and organisers may choose to engage further with:
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Inclusee’s community-based connection services
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HUMANS:CONNECTING's programs and courses, including:
Social Health in Retirement
Training is present by
Phil McAuliffe
Founder
HUMANS:CONNECTING
Rachael Cook
CEO
Inclusee
Tatia Power
Strategic Partners Manager
Inclusee
