If there is a positive to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic – it’s been the heart-warming stories of how families or communities have reached out to support the most at risk during the crisis period. Sometimes, it’s those who we perceive to be the most vulnerable who surprise us with their stoicism and wisdom.…
The Council of the Ageing (WA) provides FREE AND INDEPENDENT Information on Navigating the Aged Care System. With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, new dates have been organised for seminars in partnership with local councils and associations. LOCATION VENUE DATE TIME CITY OF BELMONT MAIN HALL FORSTER PARK COMMUNITY CENTRECorner Abernethy Road & Keane Street,…
Our most recent rapid survey into the experiences of our older population ran in August 2020 and received 103 responses. While the sentiments expressed a growing return to normalcy for some, there is still some way to go. Approximately 1 in 3 people cancelled at least one support service earlier in the year, and have…
At COTA (WA), we are honored by the stories shared with us of the lives and experiences that stretch back across generations. For this edition of COTA Connections, we welcomed Beryl (née Keen), and her family to tell us about in her life and her experiences during a past health pandemic, in her own words.…
Join other women in accessing resources and peer support to explore and apply for suitable housing. The Connect with Home program covers the Cities of Canning, Belmont, South Perth and Town of Victoria Park. The program is: Free Flexible: you may choose to be involved in person, online, via telephone or meet with the facilitator,…
COTA(WA), supported by United Way WA and UWA have designed and delivered Mentoring 2 Work (M2W), a pilot program funded by the Australian government. The program is designed to empower and equip young adults (18-25) with the skills and confidence to find and maintain employment. Older Australians are invited to become mentors.
Over the last few weeks our CEO has been privileged to join our Mall Walkers as they resume their activities at our participating shopping centres
Our Seniors Exercise program – Strength for Life – dropped by the Merredin Squash and Fitness Centre to congratulate a great centre that has been with us for over 10 years.
Our mall walkers have begun returning to their usual shopping centres and visiting their favourite cafes again.
Our CEO, Christine Allen, spoke on ABC Early Mornings about the current impact on families for those in Residential Aged Care and how we can still stay in touch during lockdowns.