In the December 2020 edition of COTA Connects, we asked readers to sign an e-petition to support the Building Better Homes campaign. This campaign was advocating for the Livable Housing Design Guidelines to be included in our National Construction Code (NCC) in order to improve the accessibility of new private dwellings. The Livable Housing Design […]
Transdev Melbourne is committed to improving the accessibility of our service to support the needs and aspirations of people with disability. We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who are keen to join the Transdev Melbourne Accessibility Reference Group (TMARG). The TMARG will meet twice yearly and will provide feedback on accessibility issues relating
Older people with disability are a focus of the Assistive Technology for All (ATFA) campaign, which launches this month. The campaign calls for a national aids, equipment and assistive technology program to meet the needs of people with disability who are not eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). An alliance of peak bodies
An alliance of 25 organisations representing people with disability and older Australians is behind a push to gain equal access to assistive technology for all ages. The Assistive Technology for All (ATFA) alliance, which includes COTA Victoria and COTA Australia, has begun its campaign with the lodgement of a submission to the Royal Commission on Aged
Fairer Energy Deal a win for all consumers COTA Victoria commends the Victorian Government’s introduction of a fair and efficient regulated energy deal for consumers. From the 1st July 2019, The Victorian Default Offer (VDO) gives all Victorians access to a mid-range, simple, no traps, good value deal. Consumers can now look at a ‘discount
Accessible and assisted transport is vital for older people to reach services, support, doctors, community and family. COTA Victoria has campaigned for many years on the need for increased funding of community transport. We know the health impacts of isolation and loneliness on older people and how this is compounded by a lack of access
The federal election is being held on Saturday 18 May. Voting is compulsory for all Australian citizens aged 18 and over who are enrolled to vote. Accessible voting locations Visit the Australian Electoral Commission’s website to find a list of local polling places, each with an accessibility rating to assist people with disabilities or mobility
Response to the Essential Services Commission draft advice on the Victorian Default Offer methodology. This submission has been prepared by the Victorian Council of Social Service, the Consumer Action Law Centre, the Financial and Consumer Rights Council and the Council on the Ageing Victoria, with assistance from other VCOSS members and Embiggen Economics. We welcome
What will Victoria look like in 2031, 2041 or 2061? We need a vision now so we can deliver the best quality of life for our ageing population and our future selves. Across Australia the 5.5 million Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1965 are entering their 60s and 70s. In Victoria, currently 1.25 million
MEDIA RELEASE Minister for Ageing, the Hon. Ken Wyatt today in Perth, launched the Aged Care System Navigator Trials in Perth to break downs barriers experienced by older Australians. Ronda Held CEO of Council on Ageing Victoria (COTA Vic.) said, “The aged care system can be complex and difficult to navigate and a significant number
Most people want to remain living in their own homes for as long as possible as they age – but what if you were to find suddenly that the place you call home no longer meets your needs? This was the situation 76-year-old Victorian woman, Anne Black was faced with after an unsuccessful operation resulted
We want to support the Victorian Government to continue to play a significant role in ensuring that older people, particularly those with complex needs or those experiencing significant disadvantage, are able to access the support and services they need within their communities. With significant recent policy reform, government and the community must reframe how we
