In the year of the Aged Care Royal Commission, it’s more important than ever to join COTA Tasmania’s annual Walks Against Elder Abuse on 14 June, the eve of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
The World Health Organization has released the first global report on Ageism. COTA Australia CEO Ian Yates says the report shows how pervasive ageism is in workplaces and health, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment Bill 2022 will reduce the disadvantage experienced by older Tasmanian workers injured at an older age, by doubling the time before the age-related ending of workers compensation provisions kick in.