Director opportunity (voluntary)
COTA Victoria is seeking applicants for a its Board of Directors. This is a voluntary position.
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Households Information Sheet
Many situations can lead to the formation of intergenerational households, where several members of different ages from the same family live together. These households can bring joy and opportunities for different family members to bond and support each other.
Stir A Cuppa WEAAD
The annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) Forum focussed on ageing this year. The panel discussion, Conversations on Ageing was facilitated by the Victorian Commissioner for Seniors, Gerard Mansour. Gerard is also the Victorian Ambassador for the Prevention of Elder Abuse.
New Video Series
This video series offers a guide about why it’s important to plan for your future, how to talk to those you trust, what decisions they may need to make for you, and what you can do if you decide you are not happy with the decisions they make.
Moving into your children’s home
Elsie decided to move in with her daughter, Lana, and her son-in-law, Jason, at their invitation, after her husband died…
Dealing with issues stemming from substance abuse
Shauna is 75. Recently her only son, Patrick, moved back home with her after her husband died. Her son has substance abuse issues…
Grandchildren wanting to borrow money
Vic lives independently in his own home with some home care assistance provided weekly. He’s active with a local walking group and enjoys…
Taking back control
John is an 83yo man, who migrated to Australia in 1965. John has a diagnosis of depression, which is being treated with medications…
Responding to sexual abuse
Beatrice is 70 years old. She has been married for 49 years and has three grown children. She is receiving temporary home after-care…
Neglecting needs
A year ago, George, who is 82 years old and lives alone in the family home, agreed that his son, Petro, could live with him…
COTA Victoria supports older people to share aged care stories
MEDIA RELEASE COTA Victoria (COTA) is keen to ensure that all older Victorians are able to have their say to