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COTA SA

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8232 0422

Address: Level 1, 85 Hutt Street 5000 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: https://www.cotasa.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Let us never forget.

25.01.2022 Let's Talk Aged Care in Kingston SE. Don't forget, if you're in the Kingston SE area on Saturday our local volunteer, Karyn, will be at the library and ready to chat between 9 and 11am... No need to book, just drop in to find out more about how to register to My Aged Care and the support available; bring along your questions! http://ow.ly/P4ra50Chiq1

23.01.2022 We issued a special update today - good news, in light of updates to restrictions we've been able to resume or re-schedule most of the events affected by last week's lockdown. Check out the update to see if there's an event coming up in your area! http://ow.ly/Apkr50Cu8io

22.01.2022 If you weren't able to attend the Generations Together for our Climate webinar now's your chance to catch up - watch the video here https://youtu.be/WjE_FlMOtho It was a great event with lots to think about and it definitely doesn't stop here so why not head to our website and sign up to be kept in touch with our climate change activitites and updates https://cotasa.org.au/policy/climate-change.aspx

21.01.2022 Thanks, Jackie! Our Rainbow Hub Project Officer, Jackie, is #HereForSA because she works to make sure older LGBTI people in SA receive the recognition and celebration they deserve. https://www.facebook.com//a.142251530464/2820456711521665/

21.01.2022 Please join us this International Day of Older Persons today in celebrating the contributions of older people all over the world. This year not only marks 30 years of celebrating IDOP, it also ushers in the Decade of Healthy Ageing - an issue close to our hearts. We'd love it if, after watching our video, you'd share your thoughts with us this International Day of Older Persons... https://youtu.be/53_DxFaj9Xs

21.01.2022 CELEBRATING AS WE AGE RAINBOW MEMORIES WORKSHOP Challenging invisibility and celebrating our histories. We hope you'll join us to capture stories and mementoes from our LGBTI history. We're delighted to be co-presenting this workshop with the Centre for Democracy on Saturday 20 March, 10am-4pm at Memorial Hall, Torrens Parade Ground Victoria Drive, Adelaide. ... Find out more and register your attendance http://ow.ly/zT3350DMbjt

21.01.2022 Our Chief Executive Jane Mussared will be adding her insights into older people's connection to the environment, in a free, online panel discussion this Thursday night, part of the Nature Festival, register today! https://www.naturefestival.org.au//everyday-nature-in-extr

20.01.2022 Natura Petri, COTA SA's contribution to this year's Inaugural Nature Festival, starts tomorrow (and continues through Friday). There's still time to book - come along and enjoy our free, hands-on art-making workshops. We hope you'll join us for one of these 30 minute sessions - and why not bring along your grandchildren for a fun school holiday outing in nature? Find out more and book your spot http://ow.ly/tDk850ByvGS

20.01.2022 COTA SA condemns suggestions from a senior health bureaucrat that older people shouldn’t be operated on. Instead of celebrating the lives of older people today, the International Day of Older Persons, we’re having to defending their right to equal access to health care, our chief executive, Jane Mussared, told media today. Read the ABC’s story on the matter here: https://www.abc.net.au//manager-urges-surgeons-to/12717132

20.01.2022 Did you spot COTA SA in last weekend's issue of WeekendPlus? Our Statement of Interest on Climate Change and the Feedback survey were featured. There was also an article on The Plug-in's latest project, Financial Wellbeing and COVID-19 - you can catch up here https://www.weekendplus.sa.gov.au//4-september/flipbook/2/

20.01.2022 In The Senior last week: Rural seniors face major issues accessing aged care at home. Many older people living in rural areas are forced to endure poor care and service from home care providers because they have no other option. In a report to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, La Trobe University researchers painted a dismal picture of the provision of aged care through the Commonwealth Home Support Program and home care packages outside metropolitan areas... Read the full story here: http://ow.ly/U7oY50BpEHZ. Is this an issue that impacts you? It's an issue we've highlighted and we'd be interested to hear your experiences.

19.01.2022 Susan Ryan was a champion for equality and, as our nation's first Age Discrimination Commissioner, made this country a fairer place for older Australians. COTA SA says thank you. https://amp-abc-net-au.cdn.ampproject.org//article/12705746

18.01.2022 Have you voted yet for the Community Choice Award in the South Australian Community Achievement Awards? There's still time, and you can vote once each day... To vote, click on the link, scroll down to find COTA SA (with a picture of the lovely Jayne), select it then scroll down to the bottom to click Send. We'd love it if you'd share with your friends and family too! https://awardsaustralia.app.do/2020-sacaa-choice-award

17.01.2022 The final report of the Aged Care Royal Commission has been handed down. COTA Australia says: "The ball is now in the government's court. The Royal Commissioners absolutely agree the aged care system needs a complete overhaul. The government must act" Read COTA Australia's initial response "Royal Commission clear get cracking on major overhaul of aged care": http://ow.ly/THT750DNlIx

16.01.2022 Coming up on Saturday, our Our Rainbow Hub Navigators are here to help you navigate My Aged Care.

15.01.2022 Just a reminder, the Older Person's COVID-19 Support Line is still available on 1800 171 866. Senior Australians, their families and carers can call to receive information and support. Available Monday to Friday, except public holidays, from 8.30am to 6pm.

14.01.2022 Our COTA Social Connections team had a great training session last week volunteer Social Connectors are now ready and waiting for your call! Get in touch and let us know how we can help you get connected. Find out more and get involved at http://ow.ly/vn1n50DM5K4 or give us a call on 08 8232 0422

13.01.2022 Next week's going to be a busy week at COTA SA. On Monday we have our AGM, keep an eye on our social media and website as we are recording it and we'll share that in the afternoon. Tuesday sees the Generations Together for our Climate webinar, including some great guest speakers and the launch of our Statement on Climate Change - there's still time to register, we hope you'll join us http://ow.ly/ciQq50CjhKS. Not to mention several library drop-in sessions with our volunteers - keep an eye on the events section of our website so you don't miss out! https://cotasa.org.au/Events/default.aspx

11.01.2022 The latest Rainbow Hub E-news was sent out yesterday. In good news, the Rainbow Hub lunch this Thursday is back, live and in person! Catch up on all the news http://ow.ly/ql4I50CsUDA

11.01.2022 Celebrating As We Age: LGBTI People Ageing Well in the South. When: Monday 19 October, 7-9pm Where: Christies Beach Surf Lifesaving Club, The Esplanade, Christies Beach SA 5165 Cost: Free... Bookings essential: Find out more and book on our website http://ow.ly/LCt650ByuXX Come and hear about My Aged Care and the choices available to you, ask questions and take home information for you or a loved one. Presented in conjunction with Southern Pride, this forum will also discuss other options for ageing well (both physically and mentally) for LGBTI people 50+ as well as information about COTA SA and the work of the Rainbow Hub. So bring a friend and enjoy a cuppa on us! We'd love to see you!

11.01.2022 Great news if you’re one of the many who regularly attend Strength for Life sessions throughout South Australia: As of Sunday 22 November, gyms and other facilities offering physical activity are able to open again. We’d encourage you to get in touch with your local provider to check their status and book your spot. And if you haven’t tried Strength for Life yet, why not give it a go? Find out all about it at our website https://cotasa.org.au/sfl.aspx

10.01.2022 It's time to celebrate NAIDOC week 2020. The theme 'Always was, Always Will Be' is a chance for us all to celebrate the rich history and culture of the First Nations peoples who have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Find out about how you can get involved in NAIDOC http://ow.ly/121J50CeTO9 We are fortunate to live and work on Kaurna land and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded - if you'd like to find out more about where you are, the AIATSIS map of Indigenous Australia is a good start http://ow.ly/VKyR50CeTOb.

10.01.2022 If you haven't been able to attend one of our information seminars or drop-ins in person now's your chance to attend from home... We're delighted to be offering a series of webinars as part of our Let's Talk Aged Care: Maximising My Independence program. You can choose to join us for one or more of the webinars as you prefer - the first, focussing on the My Aged Care website, will be on October 15 at 10am. Visit our website for more information and to register http://ow.ly/m5ru50ByuMf

10.01.2022 The next Rainbow Hub lunch is coming up this Thursday. A lunch for LGBTI elders to enjoy good food, good company and good conversation. Come and meet old friends and makes some new ones. All very welcome. Find out more and book your spot http://ow.ly/A07m50Bug1o

09.01.2022 Scamwatch Alert: Rental scams targeting more Australians during pandemic. According to Scamwatch, Australians have lost over $300,000 to rental and accommodation scams this year, an increase of 76 per cent compared to the same time last year. Find out more including how to protect yourself: https://www.scamwatch.gov.au//rental-scams-targeting-more-

08.01.2022 Are you looking for your next fitness challenge? Why not join South Australia's Billion Steps Challenge. Brought to you by Wellbeing SA, in partnership with the 10,000 Steps Program; Wellbeing SA "is excited to bring South Australians together to reach one billion steps. We know that every step counts and the more we move, the more health and wellbeing benefits we reap." Find out more and sign up here https://openyourworld.sa.gov.au/billionsteps

08.01.2022 Youth jobs incentive could push older Australians into unemployment and poverty. With JobMaker about to begin paying employers up to $200 a week to hire workers under 30, the odds have again lengthened against older workers trying to keep their jobs or find one, argues Jane Mussared in this latest opinion piece today on inDaily https://indaily.com.au//youth-jobs-incentive-could-push-o/

07.01.2022 This one's for folks in Mt Gambier and surrounds, if you've got questions about My Aged Care we're here to help. You'll find our Aged Care Navigators at Mt Gambier library between 10am and 12noon on the 30th of September - they're looking forward to helping so drop in and see them. More information at http://ow.ly/RIqS50BxsRK

07.01.2022 Next Friday marks the start of South Australia’s newest multi-day festival, Nature Festival. A 10-day open-access event of activities and experiences dedicated to celebrating the role nature plays in the identity of all South Australians... And COTA SA is very pleased to be contributing an event - Natura Petri - Hands on Art Workshop for over 50s (and their family - not make this a fun School Holiday outing to enjoy with your grandchildren?). Workshops are running on from 30 September to Ocobter 2. We hope you'll come along and enjoy our free, hands-on art-making workshops culminating in a collective artwork. No experience is necessary! Find out more and book: http://ow.ly/SNbl50BufQw

06.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who turned out despite the weather on Thursday; our Goolwa and Victor Harbor Ageing Well in your Community sessions were well attended... We're looking forward to the next sessions now on the 29th of October, these will be on Living Life and Feeling Good http://ow.ly/jMOn50BAN4g

06.01.2022 "Older people have told us that our natural environment is precious to them and never more so than through the COVID period. It is precious for our health, our sense of well-being and for future generations." - Jane Mussared, CE COTA SA Today's the day! South Australia's new festival, Nature Festival, starts today and with more than 100 events there's something for everyone - find out more https://www.naturefestival.org.au/ (don't forget you'll find our own contribution, Natura Petri, on the calendar too)

05.01.2022 Our latest e-news has hit mailboxes and it's a full one... Coming up, The 17th time: The SA Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill webinar with Palliative Care SA. We've made our State Budget Submission, the final report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has been released - see COTA Ausralia's initial response... And more, including events, updates and volunteering opportunities. Read all about it http://ow.ly/A7QF50DNv3Q

05.01.2022 Our latest Rainbow Hub E-news has just hit the mailboxes and it's full of a wide variety of events and updates. Catch up here http://ow.ly/luav50Bxrx3

05.01.2022 Only a few days to go until the first of our Ageing Well in Your Community Seminars in Victor Harbor and Goolwa - this one will be looking at Navigating the Services, such as My Aged Care and Advance Care Directives. Will you be joining us? https://www.facebook.com//a.101268712540/4647733645237070/

05.01.2022 Did you get a chance to watch Jane's video in our latest e-News yet? It's a welcome to September from Jane plus a catch up on what we've been doing and what's coming up.... https://youtu.be/wntODSHm_MQ

03.01.2022 Our 2021-2022 State Budget Submission has now been delivered. Our consultations with older people identified six key priority action areas: *Ageism *Health & Wellbeing *Housing... *Transport & Mobility *Climate Change *Older Country South Australians You can read the submission here http://ow.ly/ghTk50DNkH9. We'd welcome your thoughts

03.01.2022 Let's Talk Aged Care in Millicent... Our volunteer Aged Care Navigators will be available to talk with you face-to-face to help you understand and access My Aged Care. It's a drop in service, no need to book, just head along to Millicent Library between 10am to 12 noon on the 24th of September. Visit our website for more information including how we can help you if you can't make it to the library that day https://cotasa.org.au/programs/aged-care-navigators.aspx

02.01.2022 Hear what COTA SA CE, Jane Mussared has to say in the immediate wake of the State Budget which was handed down today http://ow.ly/lnwP50Cgjqn The budget includes funding which has already funded a range of measures to keep us safe from COVID-19 - we acknowledge this and thank the State government for its outstanding leadership in response to the pandemic. We urge that some of the stimulus make its way back to jobseekers who, without targeted support will find it difficult to ...get back into work. We're sorry there was nothing in there for social housing or to address the digital divide further opened up by COVID, however we do welcome the 750 traineeships created in areas including aged care. You can read our full media release here http://ow.ly/6zg550Cgjqk - and watch this space as we'll continue to pore through the detail in coming days. See more

01.01.2022 Welcome to our September e-News, it's a jam-packed one - with an update from Jane, a number of events coming up, more Strength for Life providers offering sessions again and more... Catch up on it here http://ow.ly/3rQr50BqV0L