It's time to take control and feel more confident about beating scams. This webinar features the latest information, tips, and advice from the ACCC's National Anti-Scam Centre on how older Australians can stay safe, protect their data and confidently engage online.

We couldn’t do our work at COTA NSW without our volunteers who generously give their time and expertise.

Volunteering provides enormous social and economic benefits to NSW, with the Centre for Volunteering reporting that in 2023 4.3 million people contributed an estimated $178 billion of value.

So what does volunteering look like in 2024 and beyond?

In celebration of National Volunteers Week, we discuss the challenges and opportunities for the sector, as we explore the 2024 theme of Something for Everyone.

Did you know that research has found that exercise of any type has been shown to reduce the risk of falling by 23%?

The Better Balance for Fall Prevention campaign aims to help Australians find appropriate exercise programs to meet your needs and interests. For optimal physical and mental health, it is recommended that all adults (regardless of age, health, orability) do 30-60min of physical activity most days.

To mark April Falls Awareness month, we explore the latest research and information on staying active and preventing falls.

In 2023, national animal welfare charity Companion Animal Network Australia completed a Survey on the Status of Pets in Aged Care facilities and at home.

The results tell us that 86% of older adults with pets, experience improved mental and physical health.

This month we'll be discussing how owning pets impacts us physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually as we age.

“Seventy per cent of Australians want to die at home yet only 14 per cent do so. Dying in Australia is more institutionalised than in most countries...”

Dying Well Report – Grattan Institute
When we are preparing for the birth of a child there is usually so much to do. We talk, we plan, we share our concerns and excitement. Our loved ones are usually involved. We attend classes, gobble up all information we can, choose our birthing and care options. It is how it should be.
When it comes to end of life care there is a hush. It’s as if having the conversation will bring about death more quickly. In this session we will discuss how Australians plan for and experience end of life care. We will talk about what conversations you need to have, where to get advice and the palliative care choices available to enable you to have the end of life care you choose.