Have your say: New discussion paper on disability support
We are undertaking an online community survey inviting older community members to tell us about their own experience in seeking disability supports.
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Connect Local brings social connection to Glen Eira
Social connection is crucial for leading a good life. Feeling close to family, friends, and the community brings us happiness, support, and a sense of purpose. It is important for our well-being to spend time with others, whether it’s going on a walk or meeting at a local coffee shop.
Media releases
2024 COTA Victoria Senior Achiever Award recipients named as part of the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards
Ten incredible older Victorians were today honoured with the COTA Victoria Senior Achiever Award as part of the larger 2024 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards program.
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New report offers older Victorians’ perspectives on the changing energy landscape
A new report from Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria is the result of an AusNet Vulnerability Research Grant, and has gathered the perspectives of older Victorians on the shift to cleaner and more sustainable energy.
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9 October 2024 is Ageism Awareness Day
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria are proud to rally with EveryAGE Counts, Australia’s national coalition of organisations against ageism, to mark Ageism Awareness Day on 9 October.
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Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024
We’re pleased to advise that our Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024 will be held as a hybrid event on Wednesday, 27 November 2024.
Case studies
Case study: Women working together
Alberta (whose name has been changed) is a 50-year-old female from a migrant background, experiencing long-term unemployment (over 13 years)…
Case studies
Navigating aged care and a dementia diagnosis
Our expert Care Finder team is honoured to help Maxine* and her husband Fred* relieve some of the stress in their lives through the activation of a Level 4 Home Care Package and a continued, trusted support worker.
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Have your say: LGBTIQA+ community members on abuse and mistreatment
The Australian Government, Attorney-General’s Department has commissioned and funded the Australian Institute of Family Studies to undertake research on the abuse and mistreatment of LGBTIQA+ older people.
CEO's message
CEO Ben Rogers’ message, September 2024
As we enter a new season, I am excited to let you know that COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria are entering a new phase – including confirmation of our leadership, opportunities for you to contribute to our work and a range of upcoming events as part of October’s Seniors Festival.
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Have your say: Victorian State Budget 2025-26
Council on the Ageing Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria are preparing a submission to the Victorian Government on priorities for investment in the 2025-26 State Budget.
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Ben Rogers appointed as new COTA Victoria, Seniors Rights Victoria CEO
International advocate and policy specialist Ben Rogers has been appointed CEO of COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria, its Board of Directors has today announced.