The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has announced details of another Victorian community forum, to be hosted in Maidstone, West Melbourne, on Friday, 3 May. The Forum will take place from 9:30am–12pm at White Night Receptions, 42 Hampstead Road, Maidstone, Victoria. The Royal Commission Community Forums are an opportunity for members of […]
Late last year, the Victorian Government announced the establishment of a Royal Commission into Mental Health – the first of its kind in Australia. A Royal Commission is the highest form of inquiry that exists under Australian law. It is how the most critical issues of public interest are investigated. This Royal Commission will investigate:
With the Federal election just around the corner, COTA Australia is on the lookout for older Australians to share their views on the issues and policies that matter to them the most, as part of COTA’s 2019 Federal Election Panel. By joining COTA’s Federal Election Panel, you will help shape COTA’s policy asks and provide
Money problems? Let’s explore a scenario where your fridge breaks down and you need a new one. Money is tight and you don’t know how you can afford a new fridge. Below are some options that you can explore, ranging from a low or no interest loan to support from agencies like Kildonan Uniting Care,
24 April is International Guide Dog Day and COTA Victoria thought you might like to know more about one of the most loved members of our staff, Valentina, guide dog to our Policy Officer, Lauren Henley (pictured with her colleague Donna Swan). Q. Well congratulations Valentina on the international day to celebrate the amazing work
To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, Creativity Australia is offering grants of up to $10,000 to people or groups who are wanting to start their own life changing With One Voice choir. Applications are now open and the closing date for round 10 applications is 5:00 pm, Sunday 30th June 2019. We encourage you to submit
If you love where you are renting and prefer to stay long-term where you are – it may be handy for work, school or leisure activities – a long-term lease might be right for you. What is different about a long-term lease? You can use the existing agreement (Form 1, which can now be used
Would you like to share your experiences? FOCUS GROUP PARTICIPANTS NEEDED We are seeking people interested in participating in a focus group about finding aged care services. We have been approached by CareAbout – a company that aims to help people find the right aged care options. They have asked COTA Victoria to assist them
MEDIA RELEASE 29th March, 2019 Community services unite to help people access aged care Six community services in Victoria have joined the Aged Care Systems Navigator, a 15-month national trial led by Council of the Ageing (COTA) Australia and funded by the Australian Government, that will develop and test different models to support people to
A new bilingual book in English and Chinese, A Golden Age in Flemington: 10 Years of Active Ageing will be launched on Tuesday 26th March. It provides a case study for service providers working with CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) populations or those interested in learning more about multiculturalism and ageing The book documents the
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2022 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards The Victorian Senior of the Year Awards is presented annually as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival. These significant awards recognise the volunteer work and contributions to the community life of older Victorians. It is a chance to say thank you, and
MEDIA RELEASE COTA Victoria (COTA) is keen to ensure that all older Victorians are able to have their say to the Royal Commission on Aged Care Quality and Safety through a number of community information sessions. COTA Victoria CEO Ronda Held said while the royal commission was organising some public consultations, such as the recent
