Audience: General public

Research by COTA NSW Board member Associate Professor Myra Hamilton has revealed that older single women without children are not as well-off as most people think. Come to our webinar where an exciting panel will discuss this neglected issue.

COTA NSW's second 50+Report for 2021 looks at older people's connection to their community.

The launch of COTA NSW's 2021 50+ Report "Connections and Community: a sense of belonging" will include NSW Ageing and Disability Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald AM; Dr Michelle Lim, Chairperson of End Loneliness Together Australia; and Pete Newman, COTA NSW advocate and volunteer.

COTA NSW's first 50+ Report for 2021 has revealed that many older people were resilient in the face of COVID-19 restrictions, and were inventive in finding new ways to address their needs. However, there were areas of concern including mental health, isolation and curtailment of volunteering.

Recent research by COTA (Council on the Ageing) NSW has revealed that many older people were resilient in the face of reduced social activity during COVID-19 restrictions, and were inventive in finding new ways to address their needs.

COTA NSW makes recommendations on the four areas of the new Ageing Well in NSW: Seniors Strategy 2021 – 2031. The four areas are: Living in age friendly environments; Participating in inclusive communities; Staying safe, active and healthy; and Being resilient and well-informed.

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COTA NSW Policy position

COTA NSW Policy position

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