COTA Conversations: "That Won't Happen to Me" | Toowoomba

Join Council on the Ageing (COTA) Queensland for an engaging discussion, ‘COTA Conversations - That Won’t Happen to Me’. The interactive workshop will help seniors navigate life planning and understand essential support available. It will also cover unforeseen events, and an overview on how to mitigate the risks of elder abuse.

Proudly supported by the Public Trustee, this face-to-face community workshop series aims to foster dialogue, enhance awareness of critical issues and vulnerabilities, and empower participants to proactively safeguard themselves with available resources.

Featuring a panel from leading organisations such as the Public Trustee, ADA Australia, The Public Guardian, Palliative Care Queensland, Footprints Community, Featuring a panel from leading organisations such as the Public Trustee, ADA Australia, The Public Guardian, Palliative Care Queensland, Footprints Community, and The Statewide Office of Advance Care Planning, the workshop will delve into various pertinent topics, including:

• Understanding the dynamics of decision-making capacity and its implications
• Exploring the significance of Enduring Powers of Attorney
• Clarifying the roles of the Public Trustee, Public Guardian, and Public Advocate
• Identifying risk factors associated with elder abuse
• Emphasising the importance of Advance Care Planning, Statement of Choices, and Will preparation
• Addressing challenges in transitioning to care and strategies for effective management
• Offering guidance on accessing relevant information and support networks

The session will include morning tea and lunch, and will provide attendees the opportunity for further discussion.