Many older Australian's are challenged when looking to access relevant information concerning topics such as, health, housing and independent living.

One of the most asked questions has been "WHO CAN HELP ME?" The new answer is COTA SA CAN.

COTA SA has developed Information Access specifically to assist older Australians who are seeking support to access information.

Read more about our Information Access service at https://www.cotasa.org.au/blog/2017/information-access.aspx

The Mature Women Can initiaitve was launched on Monday 27th November by the South Australian Mature Women''s Amabassador, Dr Susan Mitchell.

This resource makes a compelling case for increasing the participation of mature women in employment. In a series of in-depth interviews, the Ambassador spoke to many South Australian women, who told us about the barriers they face in the paid workforce. Their stories have shaped Mature Women Can!, and we thank all of these women for coming forward and sharing their personal stories with us.

For more information see https://www.cotasa.org.au/resources/mature-women-can.aspx

SFL Aqua is up and running at the very first site - City of Tea Tree Gully - Waterworld.

**All clients will require an assessment before they start. For more information or to book in for an assessment, please call 8397 7439**

SFL sessions will be held at 8:15 am on Wednesday and Friday, with a break for the Xmas period.

As with land based SFL, all clients will have a personalised program, which will take into account any injuries or conditions. The sessions will start with some fun warm ups, clients will follow their strength programs for about 30 minutes, then all will come together for a stretch and cool down at the end.

These sessions will not only improve strength and flexibility, but provide a great core workout as well.

Throw into the mix meeting new people, having fun, working in a cool outdoor environment, and it just gets better.

So why not give it a go. Waterworld is waiting for your call on 8397 7439 or if you are close by call in for a chat.

Are you over 50 years of age? Do you enjoy talking with groups?
Do you have a passion for sharing practical and useful information?
Are you a licenced driver in SA, or have retired from driving?
We need you!

We are currently recruiting peer educators to deliver Moving Right Along sessions in your local area and across SA throughout 2018-2019. Moving Right Along is a peer education program developed by the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure and COTA SA that provides valuable information about the obligations and opportunities for older drivers. We are looking for older volunteers in 

• Adelaide metro area
• Yorke Peninsula
• Port Lincoln
• Fleurieu Peninsula
• Riverland

Call Germaine or Paloma to find out more on 8232 0422 or country free call 1800 182 32

For more information about the Moving Right Along see https://www.cotasa.org.au/programs/Resource/moving-right-along.aspx

South Australia has a state election on Saturday March 17 - 2018.

COTA SA is holding a series of conversations with older people in the pre election period.

The conversations will contribute to the development of the COTA SA state election platform.

We want to:

• hear the views of older South Australians
• aim to understand the issues that affect older people
• find out the goals, priorities and needs of older south Australians

Our final conversation will be held on:

Date: Tuesday 12 December 2017
Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm
Venue: John Harvey Gallery, 12 James Street, Salisbury

To have your say please register with COTA SA by RSVP to COTA SA reception on 8232 0422 (Country callers 1800 182 324) or email lrogers@cotasa.org.au

Stay Smart Online provides simple, easy to understand advice on how to protect yourself online as well as up-to-date information on the latest online threats and how to respond.  

Check out their tips for staying safe online over the Christmas period:

• Received a new smartphone or tablet for Christmas? Here are tips to set it up safely.
• Remember to pack these traveling tips to ensure a smooth journey.
• Christmas shopping can get frantic. Remember to think before you click when online shopping.
• All wrapped up in a seemingly legitimate email. Will you spot the scam this Christmas?

For more information see https://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/news.

We have 10 double passes to give away to an exciting night of entertainment on New Year's Eve at the Capri Theatre.

The evening will be hosted by Anne Wills and Peter Goers.

Sit back, relax and welcome the new year in style as we celebrate the end of 2017 with the 1969 classic Hello Dolly!

Enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival and at midnight.

To enter the draw email COTA SA at cotasa@cotasa.org.au with Hello Dolly in the subject together with your name and contact phone number.

Entries must be recieved by close of business on Thursday 14th December and winners will be notified on 15th December.

If you don't win but you'd still like to attend tickets can be booked via the Capri Theatre.

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