It’s clearly no secret to Australians that pets can positively impact one’s health and wellbeing with almost two-thirds of Australian households currently owning pets. But for some elderly or infirm people, pets are particularly important as they provide loyal companionship, routine, focus and a sense of safety and purpose for their owners. Age, medical conditions…
From time to time we host prize draws and giveaways at COTA (WA). The process of determining a winner, or winners, should always be fair and transparent. The following will outline a common process we employ to choose an entry completely at random and select our winner. When a prize draw is called, we usually…
New classes are coming soon to Bodyworks Subiaco. Join us for an information session at Bodyworks at 179 York Street, Subiaco:2:15pm – 3:15pmMonday, 17 February 2020 If you are already ready to join or program, visit: https://www.cotawa.org.au/physical-activity/participants/
COTA Acting Chief Executive Corey Irlam commended all the Senior Australian of the Year finalists for their exceptional advocacy across a range of areas including the environment, disability rights, men’s health, road safety, culture and obstetrics. “Professor Newnham’s contributions are an outstanding example of the contributions that older Australians make across Australia every day,” Mr Irlam…
Welcome to 2020. As we start this new decade COTA WA aims to promote Age Friendly communities and a fresh perspective around positive ageing. Living well and celebrating our maturity is a privilege that many of us enjoy however we also have a social responsibility to speak up against discrimination or injustice against our more…
There are currently a wide range of appeals raising funds for people and animals affected by the bushfires. However, scammers and malicious websites are targeting bushfire appeals and donation. Protect yourself and ensure that your donation goes to those who need it: Double check the credentials of any charity or bushfire fund. Do not donate…
Download the application form here. WHEN 12 midday to 5:00pm, Saturday 22nd February 2020 and 9:00am to 5pm, Sunday 23rd February 2020. WHERE Exercise for Life, Shop 6/72 Walter Road, Bedford WA COST $250 Endorsed Metropolitan Provider Trainer and Students$200 Endorsed Regional Provider Trainer$350 All others
Compass is a new resource hub and service directory for elder abuse. The website was launched in response to Priority Area 2 of the National Plan to Respond to the Abuse of Older Australians 2019-2023. COTA (WA) is featured, along with a number of other allied organisations in WA, in their support directory. Visit: https://compass.info/
We are always proud to host the WA Seniors Awards on behalf of the State Government. We partner with Department of Communities, with the support of Lotterywest to present this annual celebration of some of the outstanding Seniors and Age-friendly local governments and businesses. Please enjoy this short clip from a celebratory morning tea which…
