COTA Victoria

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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ATAGI updates COVID-19 booster advice for 2023

14 February 2023

The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has updated its COVID-19 booster advice for 2023, saying a new booster is recommended for Australians who are at risk or over 65 years of age.

How to access early treatment for COVID-19

19 July 2022

Older people and those at risk for severe disease can now access antiviral treatments if they contract COVID-19. You’ll need a prescription, and it’s important to test and treat early for these new medications to be effective.

COVID-19, oral antiviral treatments, treatment for COVID-19

Third dose vaccinations for over-70s

11 March 2022

To stay protected against serious disease, it’s essential to get your third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine – especially if you’re over 70. If it’s been three months since your second dose, you can book in for your next dose now.

COVID-19 Vaccine, third dose

Recovering from COVID-19 at home

11 February 2022

If you test positive for COVID-19, you’ll need to know how to monitor your symptoms and get the right help. The good news is that most people will have only mild symptoms, and can recover at home.

COVID at home, COVID care, COVID-19 at home

CEO’s message

22 November 2021

Spring is well and truly here, and in true Victorian fashion we’re regularly having all seasons in one day. I hope you’re emerging from lockdown and have caught up with loved ones, or made plans to.

CEO's Message

Older people’s concerns about re-emerging into the community

11 November 2021

For many older Victorians, the transition out of lockdown is fraught with complications. Alongside anxiety about catching COVID-19, there are difficulties with check-in and proof of vaccination processes.

COTA calls for an ‘Essential Visitor’ system in aged care

8 November 2021

COTA calls for an ‘Essential Visitor’ system in aged care after fresh reports of damaging impacts on residents due to extended lockdowns in Melbourne and Sydney

aged care, COVID-19, Essential Visitor

Providing proof of vaccination

14 October 2021

As we come out of lockdown, proof of vaccination will be needed to access opportunities to travel, do certain jobs, and visit some venues. Find out how to get your COVID-19 digital certificate or immunisation history statement.

Elder abuse during lockdown – there’s still support available

13 September 2021

For some, ongoing pandemic lockdowns are heightening tensions and conflict within the home and deepening feelings of isolation. But even in lockdown, you can always leave home to escape family violence or elder abuse.

elder abuse, lockdown