Your water access, usage and quality…
In 2023, The Plug-in undertook research to understand the water usage and needs of older South Australians, with a focus on the experiences of those living in regional areas...
What you told us about your health and wellbeing…
In September, COTA SA’s The Plug-in heard from 113 older people about the importance of physical and mental health as we age. For most, being in good health means the ability to live life well by continuing to be...
Have your say! Tell us how you use water!
Our project, in partnership with the South Australian Government, presents an opportunity for South Australians to share experiences and views about their water use and needs.
What you told us – How you and your community successfully navigate major change events.
The Plug-in, supported by Office for Ageing Well and Wellbeing SA, undertook a project exploring the ways in which older South Australians successfully navigate major changes. Watch our video to hear about what older South Australians felt helped them to successfully navigate change events
Guiding Principles for Creating Meaningful Social Connections
The insights and experiences that were shared with us by older South Australians and community organisations have been collated and used to develop a set of ‘guiding principles’ to support older people to make meaningful social connections, and suggested actions that both individuals and organisations can undertake.
Tell us about your views and experiences using water in regional SA!
Our latest project, in partnership with the South Australian Government, presents an opportunity for regional South Australians to share experiences and views about your water use and needs.
The Plug-in Mood Snapshot Survey Results
We reached out to older Australians to gauge their experiences of 2022 and understand how people are feeling about the year ahead in 2023. Find out here how they responded...
What you told us in the Advance Care Directives Review
The Advance Care Directive form and DIY Kit is currently under review. The Plug-in, supported by SA Health, ran three (3) focus groups to understand the readability and usability of the revised form and guide. Here is what we heard...
Share your thoughts on what the future of retirement living should be in NSW!
Share your insights by participating in a survey to help inform the future of retirement living for a leading provider on the east coast. We want to know your thoughts and aspirations for your ideal retirement lifestyle!
Influence the design of a new retirement living site in SA
The Plug-in engaged older South Australians to learn about their thoughts for the ideal retirement lifestyle to help shape a new development site in the northeast of Adelaide. Read more...