Each year on 1st October, people across the world mark United Nations International Day of Older People to raise awareness of opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations, and to mobilize the wider community to address difficulties faced by older people
We welcome the announcement today that our suggestion to extend the ticket to play scheme to older Tasmanians will be supported by Tasmanian Liberals as part of their election commitments to the community sector.
Great to hear commitment from all major parties to support community sector organisations with 5 year rolling funding agreements, at the Tasmanian Council of Social Service Election Forum this morning in nipaluna, Hobart.
Candidates urged to focus on Tasmanians’ health, connection and minimising costs.
COTA (Council on the Ageing) Tasmania and Clubs Tasmania have asked State election parties and candidates to consider policies that assist Tasmanians to manage their health conditions, enhance community connection, re