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About Us

COTA [Council on the Ageing] SA is an older people’s movement and the peak body that represents the rights, interests and futures of the more than 700,000 South Australians aged 50+.

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We value ageing — it's a time of possibility, opportunity and influence. COTA SA engages with diverse South Australians aged 50+ and is the peak body representing their rights, interests and futures.

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Vision, Purpose and Values

COTA SA stands with older South Australians to create new images and new expectations for our older years — boldly reframing the way we age.

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Rich in diversity and expertise, the COTA SA Board, staff and volunteers are as diverse as the people we work with and for, to ensure that older communities are heard, represented and included in our advocacy, programs and services.

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Annual Snapshot

Download and read COTA SA’s annual reports for recent years.

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COTA SA is a great place to work and provides opportunities to make a significant difference to the lives of older South Australians. Our team comes from a range of diverse backgrounds, expertise and experience.

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Stay up to date with the latest news from COTA SA including our latest advocacy work, program and service updates and other relevant news for older South Australians.

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Here at COTA SA we are always happy to hear from older South Australians and warmly welcome you to contact us.