Accessing Assistive Technology (AT)
11:00am, 18 May 2023, Online, via Zoom (link will be provided via registered email)
Accessing Assistive Technology (AT)
Audience: Industry
Not-for-profits face uncertain future
27 March 2023
Not-for-profits (NFPs) are used to doing it tough. Delivering vital support for the communities we serve is far from glamorous, but we’ve made it work, no matter what.
SRV, JPC collaborate on new resources to prevent Elder Abuse in the Victorian Deaf community
24 March 2023
Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) and the John Pierce Centre (JPC) have created valuable new resources designed to educate and support older Deaf Victorians dealing with issues of elder abuse.
Claim the new round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus for all Victorian households
23 March 2023
This year, the Victorian Government’s $250 Power Saving Bonus is on offer to all Victorian households that use the Victorian Energy Compare website to find a good deal on electricity. And if you need help to apply, there’s assistance available.
Loneliness: What is it really all about?
22 March 2023
Loneliness is a mismatch between a person’s actual social connections and their desired relationships with others that is experienced as negative, uncomfortable, and emotionally distressing.
Have your say: National online survey on public transport accessibility
21 March 2023
The Australian Government is asking the public to take part in a national online survey on transport accessibility.
A new link between trusted health services and aged care services
20 March 2023
Primary Health Networks across the country have now commissioned Care Finder organisations to focus on older adults who might otherwise fall through the cracks. This local approach will ensure Care Finder services are tailored to support the specific needs of vulnerable older adults.
Information and education to plan for your future
17 March 2023
Seniors Rights Victoria's Planning Ahead project is an elder abuse prevention project with a primary focus on providing information and education on planning for the future and what steps older people can take now to ensure their decision making autonomy is maintained throughout their lives...
COTA Victoria responds to sharp rise in power bills
16 March 2023
COTA Victoria is very concerned by a massive rise in the Victorian Default Offer (VDO) and its potential impact on older Victorians. While the VDO is not meant to be the best available price to consumers, more needs to be done to ensure older people can access and receive the support that they need
In celebration of SRV’s longest serving volunteer, Jennifer Evans
14 March 2023
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) celebrated International Women’s Day 2023 by reflecting upon the work of Jennifer Evans, SRV’s longest serving volunteer.