Council on the Ageing (Victoria)
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The following links are provided for the benefit of visitors to our website. COTA Victoria cannot guarantee the accuracy of all information contained in these sites.
COTA National
Links to Local Government Aged and Disability Services
Federal Government
Centrelink :
www.centrelink.gov.au/
Centrelink delivers services, programs and payments for Australian government departments. The Centrelink website can make it easier for you to explore your options, know what questions to ask and find out more about how we can help you.
Australian Department of Health & Ageing:
www.health.gov.au
This website contains links to information about Services available to older people and their carers, Research and Policy on ageing, the Ageing and Aged Care Division, and Contacts.
Specialist website of Department of Health and Ageing
- Aged Care in Australia:
www.agedcareaustralia.gov.au/
Aged Care Australia is the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing’s premier online source of information for everything you need to know about aged care. - HealthInsite:
www.healthinsite.gov.au
This site is sponsored by the Australian Government and provides quality information on health topics. - Seniors.gov.au
www.seniors.gov.au
The Australian Government's premier source of information for Australians over 50. Seniors.gov.au provides you with a single point of access to Government and non-Government information and services for older Australians
Department of Veterans Affairs:
www.dva.gov.au
DVA exists to serve members of Australia's veteran and defence force communities, war widows and widowers, widows and dependants, through programs of care, compensation, commemoration and defence support services.
State Government
Aged Care in Victoria:
www.health.vic.gov.au/agedcare/
A Victorian State Government Aged Care Web site where you will find information relating to Aged Care programs, policies and services for both professionals and the public
Better Health Channel:
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
The Better Health Channel was established in May 1999 by the Victorian (Australia) Government. Its role is to provide the community with access to online health related information which is quality assured, reliable, up-to-date and locally relevant
Department of Human Services Victorian Government Health Information:
http://www.health.vic.gov.au/sitemap.htm
Welcome to the Victorian State Government Aged Care Web site. Here you will find information relating to Aged Care programs, policies and services for both professionals and the public.
Information Victoria:
www.information.vic.gov.au
This Information Service aims to meet the needs of people looking for information on Victorian State Government legislation, programs, policies and services.
Office of Housing:
www.housing.vic.gov.au
The Office of Housing manages or provides funds for the Victorian social housing portfolio of over 76,000 properties, including long term community, public and Aboriginal housing, short-medium term crisis and transitional housing, and assistance with bond loans for private rental
Office of Senior Victorians:
www.seniors.vic.gov.au/
The Office of Senior Victorians is committed to enhancing the quality of life of seniors by promoting positive ageing and encouraging the community to plan for an ageing population.
Victorian Seniors Card:
http://www.seniorscard.vic.gov.au/
A Victorian Government website providing information about the Seniors Card and how to apply.
Other Useful Links
Alzheimers Australia:
www.alzheimers.org.au
Alzheimers Australia is the peak body providing support and advocacy for the 500,000 Australians living with dementia.
Beyondblue - the national depression initiative:
www.beyondblue.org.au
Beyondblue's main is to increase community awareness of depression. The website provides access to information about:
- the common symptoms of depression
- the causes and treatments of depression
- examples of treatment experiences
- links to other information services and support groups
- stories of recovery
Carers Victoria:
http://www.carersvic.org.au/
Carers Victoria offers direct services to support carers in their caring role.
Municipal Association of Victoria:
www.mav.asn.au/
MAV is the peak representative and lobbying body for the 79 councils in Victoria.
National Prescribing Service:
www.nps.org.au
NPS is a member-based organisation providing information and services to health professionals and the community on the quality use of medicines.
Victorian Council on Social Service:
www.vcoss.org.au/
VCOSS is the peak body of the social and community services sector pursuing just and fair social outcomes for Victoria.
Housing and Residential Care Links
The DPS Guide to Aged Care:
http://www.agedcareguide.com.au
Offering information regarding residential & community aged care, retirement living and a variety of aged care services & products throughout Australia.
Housing For The Aged Action Group:
www.oldertenants.org.au
Provides effectve tenancy information and support services to older tenants living in Victoria.
Residents of Retirement Villages Victoria Inc.: Contact Phone No. 90158402
rrvv.vic@gmail.com
The Residents of Retirement Villages Victoria is an association which represents the interests of residents of retirement villages. Such associations exist in other states and provide a collective voice on the issues, needs and problems affecting the residents of retirement villages. What does it do?
Links To Social Groups for Older People
Greypath:
www.greypath.com
A commercial site run by Ray Lewis which acts as a portal with links to sites on many topics. It offers a bulletin board, a chat room, opinion polls, free advisory services and a 3D community called Greypath Village.
Keenagers:
www.keenagers.org.au/
Keenagers is a social and recreational table tennis program for older players in Victoria.
Life Activities Clubs:
www.life.org.au/
A website for the over 50s age group where you will find information on developing and maintaining an active and enjoyable life style whether you are retired, nearing retirement or still in the work force.
My Connected Community:
http://mc2.vicnet.net.au/
My connected community is a virtual space where you can find, join or start your own online community!
University of the Third Age:
www.vicnet.net.au/~u3avic
Providing services and support for Universities of the Third Age in the State of Victoria, Australia
Vicnet:
www.vicnet.net.au/family/seniors/
A comprehensive listing of websites for seniors.
Local Government Aged and Disability Services
