Our communities have experienced some very difficult times in the last few years. Mental health issues have been a specific concern, particularly for older people. So how do communities survive disasters, and make sure that the more vulnerable among us are looked after?

The past few years have been difficult for many people, and mental health issues in older people have increased significantly. Despite this, older people’s mental health remains a stigmatised and under-discussed topic. Join COTA NSW and our panel of experts to discuss mental health for older people.

Gardening and growing your own food is a great way to stay active and get more fresh fruit and vegetables into your diet, and spring is the perfect time to start. Join COTA NSW and our panel of experts to hear about how growing your own food can help you stay fit and healthy as you get older.

Communicating with loved ones and setting your wishes in place can help make sure the last part of your life is as close as possible to the way you want it to be. Hear advice from a panel on holding these tough conversations and making sure you have made your wishes clear.

More and more people over 50 are taking on the challenge of starting a business. What's behind this upsurge in business activity by older people? What kind of issues do you need to take into account when you start a business later in life? And what kind of effect can it have on your life?