COTA Publication Archive

Member briefing | Victoria’s Housing Statement: What does it mean for older people?

27 September 2023, COTA Publication

COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) are pleased to provide this initial briefing for members on what the Statement means for older people, particularly those who may be facing uncertain housing futures.

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Inclusive use of digital and non-digital communications: A guide for Commonwealth Home Support Program Providers

22 September 2023, COTA Publication

This guide aims to support Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) providers to meet the needs and preferences of older people who are not well digitally connected, or who face digital communication challenges.

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COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria – Briefing on Victorian State Budget 2023-24

23 May 2023, COTA Publication

The 2023-24 State Budget was handed down by the Treasurer, Tim Pallas on 23 May 2023. COTA Victoria and Senior Rights Victoria (SRV) have produced this briefing to inform older Victorians and organisations supporting them.

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COTA Victoria Strategic Plan 2023-2025

15 February 2023, COTA Publication

Our COTA Victoria Strategic Plan 2023-2025 will ensure we can continue to support older Victorians over the next three years and beyond. The Strategic Plan clearly defines our pathway for the future, and is based on our positive and pragmatic perspective of ageing in Victoria. It is based around fo

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Coronavirus – Checking in on the older people’s experience

22 December 2020, COTA Publication

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic dramatically affected the lives of older Victorians. In July-August 2020, COTA Victoria and the City of Whittlesea conducted this survey with older people to inform future work around COVID-19. This survey has now closed.

coronavirus, COVID-19, COVID-19 survey

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Challenging Ageism

12 July 2019, COTA Publication

This paper provides an overview of ageism in Australia, examples (language, the media, elder abuse and workplace discrimination), advice on how to stop it and further resources.

age discrimination, ageism, discrimination, elder abuse, older workers

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Safeguarding the end of the Rainbow

1 April 2019, COTA Publication

This free, tailored guide for older LGBTI community members looks at how to plan for your future care and medical needs, finances and estate, and funeral and burial wishes.

death, end of life care, financial information, information, older LGBTI Victorians, Safeguarding the end of the Rainbow

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Death of a Partner

1 April 2019, COTA Publication

This free, practical guide tells you, clearly and simply, what you need to do after the death of a partner. The guide includes a simple checklist as well as detailed instructions and contact details for organisations that can help.

death, Death of a Partner, digital estates, finance, information, technology

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Age-friendly Cities and Communities Information Kit

1 April 2019, COTA Publication

Age-friendly Cities and Communities Information Kit for Local Government Councillors and Senior Management provides you with the knowledge and tools to build and progress age-friendliness in your community.

age friendly, communities

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An Agenda for Ageing

1 April 2019, COTA Publication

An Agenda for Ageing calls for a Victorian Ageing Plan that outlines practical and meaningful action across government departments to keep our older population contributing to communities and the economy and ensuring no one is left behind.

ageing plan, Alliance for an Agenda for Ageing, An Agenda for Ageing

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