COTA SA presents: In episode two, Colin shares his experience of moving into an independent unit within a retirement village. Colin explains his move helped increase his social activities and connections. Covid-19, has limited some of these activities but through the support of Meals On Wheels, COTA and his local council, he continues to proactively seek ways to maintain his independence in retirement living. 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Maximising My Independence - 8232 0422

Bunch of Blokes, City of Port Adelaide Enfield - 8405 6804 

Meals on Wheels - 1800 854 453

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COTA SA is an older people’s movement. Our purpose is to promote the rights, interests and futures of South Australians as we age.

Find out more by calling us on 8232 0422 or at cotasa.org.au for information, services and events, or to get involved. 

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COTA SA gratefully acknowledges the funding for this project from the Australian Government through the Adelaide Primary Health Network (PHN).

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