Seniors Week
Seniors Week celebrates older Tasmanians and recognises the many contributions we make to our communities.
It is a statewide week of events designed for older Tasmanians, their families, and communities to enjoy together.
Dates: 13–19 October 2025
Theme: Connecting Generations through Food
Why Food?
Food connects us. It shows love, tells stories, marks milestones, creates memories, and brings people together from all walks of life. For thousands of years, food has shaped fashion, function, connection, homes, chemistry, and history.
How to access the Seniors Week Guide: We are putting the final touches on the 2025 Seniors Week Guide. To make sure you receive a copy, simply fill out the request form here.
Get a copy of the guide locally | see our distributors here
Meet our Seniors Week Partners and Supporters
Seniors Week is made possible thanks to the support of the Tasmanian Government and our valued sponsors and partners.
Each year, their generosity and support enable COTA Tasmania to go further–delivering more events, reaching more communities, and creating even greater opportunities for older Tasmanians to connect, celebrate, and thrive.
We deeply appreciate their commitment to making Tasmania a respectful, age-friendly place where older Tasmanians are valued, included, and supported.
Connect with COTA Tasmania during Seniors Week
- GeCo High Tea
- Ageing Well at Home
- Connecting Generations Morning Tea
- COTA Care Finder Help Sessions
- Generations Connect Fun Day
- Island of Ideas UTAS collaboration
Try a Seniors Week Recipe
Celebrate the theme of food by trying one of these special recipes:
- Zeppole (Italian Donuts) by Chef Mele|a delicious, traditional treat that brings people together. [View the recipe here]
- Lemonade Scones|a community favourite from Warrane Mornington Neighborhood Centre Inc., where meals are lovingly served to enrich lives. [Download the recipe here]
- Healthy Ageing Apple Pudding (See Page 7 of our Seniors Week Guide)
Seniors Week Chatterbox:
Need a fun way to start a conversation across generations? Try the COTA Seniors WeekChatterbox–a playful tool designed to spark connection.
Download the Chatterbox here
Download the instructions here (print, cut, and fold!)
Help us shape future Seniors Weeks:
Your Feedback
We are so excited to be presenting you Seniors Week again next year!
2025 Event or activity host feedback survey | Link
2025 participant feedback survey | Link
Considering becoming involved in 2026? Complete this form to let us know–and we will reach out to you!
Considering becoming involved next year?
Senior’s Week EOI for next year