Seniors and their families
COTA WA provide useful information, resources and programs to support older people, we’re here to help.
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Organisations that support seniors
COTA WA provide research and guidance for agencies and organisations across Western Australia, and collaborate to provide programs to improve the lives of older people.
Elder Abuse
Elder abuse can take many different forms.
The most frequently reported forms of elder abuse are financial abuse and neglect, but physical, psychological and emotional abuse are also common.
‘Understanding the Mistreatment of Older People’ Guide
You may not know it, but there is a great deal of support available in WA for older people and their loved ones who are experiencing mistreatment commonly referred to as elder abuse.
Information
Department of Communities: World Elder Abuse Awareness (WEAAD) Regional Grants Program 2023
The WEAAD Regional Grants Program provides grants of up to $3,000 for regional local governments and registered not for profits to hold WEAAD events and activities during the week of WEAAD (11-17 June 2023) to raise awareness of elder abuse in regional areas.Media Statement: The Hon Don Punch MLA launched the COTA (WA) ‘Let’s Make It Legal’ Guide
Who has not been surprised and frustrated, by the legalities of something which seemed, on first encounter, to be relatively straight-forward?Video of Awards Ceremony for the Recipients of the ‘WA Seniors Awards 2022’
To view the video of the 2022 WA Seniors Awards Presentation: Link: Video COTA (WA) Seniors Awards Presentation 2022 COTA (WA) celebrated the recipients of the 2022 WA Seniors Awards...Strength for Life
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