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- E-Health, Health, Healthy Ageing, Mental Health
COTA Australia has been working with the Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) Alliance since 2023 to improve consumer health literacy – particularly around medication. Resources available on this page.
- Ageism and Discrimination, Ageism, Research
Research by Swinburne University (Australia) and Auckland University of Technology (New Zealand) examined how older adults are represented in Australian local, state, and national newspapers. Dr Michael Butson, Swinburne University …
- Aged Care, Aged Care Reform
On 1 November 2025, the new Aged Care Act came into effect. This Act introduces important changes to how aged care in Australia is delivered – with a focus on the rights and needs of older people. The reforms are significant and complex, and they may affect you or someone you care for.
- Aged Care
Reminiscent Cards or Memory Cards are a wonderful and positive way to connect and are often used as a conversation starter between patients and carers, support workers, family or friends.
- Women's Health, Healthy Ageing, Other
Healthy ageing is about looking after yourself so you can stay well, maintain your independence and get the most out of life. There are many ways to age well.
- Aged Care, Self Management, Home Support
This tool was developed to help providers deliver Home Care Packages in line with the Consumer Directed Care principles of choice, flexibility and transparency.
- Aged Care, Self Management, Home Support
Once you’ve chosen a provider, the next step is working with them to plan your care and before you start discussing a care plan with your provider, it’s a good idea to think about what matters to you and improves your life.
- Aged Care, Self Management, Home Support
Once you’ve signed your Home Care Agreement, it’s time to relax and to take advantage of the support you’re receiving. Working well with your provider will help you to get the most out of your package.
- Aged Care, Self Management, Home Support
This video aims to give older people just approved for a package a head start to think about what is possible, once they receive a Home Care Package.
- Aged Care
Let us introduce you to the Fase3 website, an interactive and user-friendly tool designed to help you find the best match for your current or future care needs.
- Health, Mental Health
If you feel the need to talk to someone about your current challenges, support is available through these services.
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