THE Buderim hills will be alive with the sound of music when a concert featuring The Sunshine Coast Sing Australia Choir is held during Queensland’s Seniors Week.

Queensland’s Seniors Week 2011 will be celebrated from 20–28 August. The theme, Positively Ageless, reinforces the countless benefits of having a positive attitude to life at any age.

One hundred and two-year-old resident Jessie Frost will be among 242 others at Immanuel Gardens Retirement Village coming together to celebrate their lives.

Jessie said older Australians are a part of every family and, with the wisdom of age, can teach valuable lessons to younger generations. 

“It’s the simple things in life which matter the most,” she said.

“I have four children and it is important to nurture your children’s talents, encourage them to bring out their natural abilities and to do the right thing.

“I was an artist and I still like drawing pictures.

“You should also know eating chocolate cake doesn’t make you any fatter either.”

The outdoor concert will be held on Thursday August 25 and is just one of several activities planned for residents throughout Seniors Week, including a multicultural luncheon and a Devonshire tea.

Immanuel Gardens General Manager Steve Stacey said it is important for people to recognise the contributions of older Australians and to celebrate their achievements.

“Queensland’s Seniors Week should enhance community connections and inter-generational relationships through events like this,” he said.

“All Immanuel Gardens residents, including Jessie, have important experiences to share and this week is an opportunity for them to come together and tell their stories.”

In 2011, community groups will hold more than 50 Seniors Week events across the state.