Research Recap: what we achieved together in 2024
The Plug-in's Influencers have shared their thoughts and insights in a variety of projects that have been finalised over the last few months.
Inform new national guidelines for restorative care
In partnership with Flinders University, The Plug-in heard community and health professional experiences about restorative care services to inform new clinical guidelines. Read more...
Improving outcomes for people with a concussion: the AUS-mTBI study and app using HeadCheck
Last year, our Plug-in Influencers helped app developers understand the needs of older people, influencing development to help make the app as user friendly and easy to navigate as possible. Read more...
Co-design a new social program in the city!
In partnership with City of Adelaide, The Plug-in delivered co-design workshops to develop a new holistic social program with residents of Adelaide and North Adelaide. Read more...
Project Outcomes: Better Way Urgent Care
In partnership with Flinders University, The Plug-in undertook research with people aged 65+ living in southern Adelaide to understand needs and preferences for urgent health care. Read more to find out the outcomes of the research and alternate services for urgent healthcare...
The Plug-in Mood Snapshot Survey Results
We reached out to older Australians to gauge their experiences of 2023 and understand how people are feeling about the year ahead in 2024. Find out here how they responded...
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...
City of Adelaide residents – what does a positive ageing experience look like for you?
In partnership with City of Adelaide, we heard from city residents about the types of programs and activities that would add value to support a positive ageing experience in the city. Read more...
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.