Celebrating Pesach around the world

We are a huge world family and over hundreds of years our local customs have diverged, here are a small sample of Pesach customs from around the world Read more
The Leica Freedom Train

Leica is a leader in lenses, and has been for over 150 years, but very few people know of the special service the company did for Jews leaving Germany at the start of the Nazi regime. Read more
Honouring Those Who Returned

A book produced in 2020 to honour COA Veterans. Read more

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Thank You Rabbi Berger for rallying volunteers for COA

When we needed volunteers urgently to replace our over 65 year old volunteers, Yanky Berger put out the call and we soon had enough people to deliver 500 boxes of fresh goods each week as well as Kosher Meals-on-Wheels which had increased dramatically due to the lockdown. Read more

Honouring Those Who Returned

A book produced in 2020 to honour COA Veterans. Read more

My Family's Roots

A journey of discovery - COA's CEO learns more about her family's history. Read more

Celebrating Pesach around the world

We are a huge world family and over hundreds of years our local customs have diverged, here are a small sample of Pesach customs from around the world Read more

The Leica Freedom Train

Leica is a leader in lenses, and has been for over 150 years, but very few people know of the special service the company did for Jews leaving Germany at the start of the Nazi regime. Read more

What can I do on the Internet?

We are encouraging seniors to go online to entertain themselves, but what do you want to do when you get there? Read more

Men Living to 100 and Beyond

People are living longer, and more men than ever are reaching the 100 year mark. Read more

Latest

Intergenerational Chess

Join Us for Our Inaugural Intergenerational Chess Tournament! Chess is a game that transcends age, and we're bringing generations together for a day of fun, strategy, and friendly competition. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of camaraderie and chess. Let's make history together!
Join the Minyan Men

Become part of the community's failsafe for those Jewish people who pass with little or no family to make minyan for them.
Moadon Art Show 2023

Annually Moadon (also known as the Jewish Folk Centre) holds a community art exhibition in their Centre on Rowe St. This year COA joined in with a table advertising our sensational art class and selling packs of greeting cards made by regulars at the art classes on Tuesdays at COA.
New General Manager for COA

COA has hired Robbie Clifford to take the role of General Manger at COA. Robbie was our volunteer coordinator during COVID and we are so pleased he has decided to join us again this time as our GM.

Longer Jokes

a whole list of longer jokes from members and friends with special thanks to James Hill!!
Kosher meals on wheels

COA's Kosher Meals are made by professional Kosher caterers and delivered to recipients homes by our friendly and dedicated volunteers. There is a large menu to choose from and every meal delivered is subsidised by COA, so why not check the menu and see if this service may be right for you.
Our staff

COA is manned by a small paid staff who work hand in glove with over 200 active volunteers; coordinating and delivering services, providing organisational administration, taking enquiries from members, and ensuring compliance with government guidelines.
Volunteering opportunities

volunteering, stay active, help, provide support, volunteer roles, give back, help others, help seniors,
What we do

COA is a not-for-profit organisation in Eastern Sydney caring for the needs of Jewish and other seniors. We live our ethos by providing our clients connection to a social network of peers, activities in large and small groups 6 days weekly, and opportunities to access volunteer work, services, and support, to remain independently in their own homes for as long as practical. In all possible ways we aim to enrich the lives of Jewish seniors.
Management Committee

COA is governed by a volunteer Committee of Management whose members provide daily support to staff with running of activities, administration processes, and governance at the COA Centre. They determine our strategies going forward and ensure COA can provide the best quality services possible while remaining financially and legally secure.
Jobs

Work with a dedicated team of paid staff and volunteers in the heart of Sydney's Jewish Community. Do more than just earn a wage, become part of the COA 'family of friends', and help us improve lives by providing options for in-home services, Centre based services, and peer connection to frail aged seniors.
COA Centre Activities

As COA undergoes a transformation some of our usual activities offered at the COA Krygier Centre have moved offsite, whilst others remain at the Centre, and new activities will be added as they become available.
Become a COA Member

COA Membership is a great way to support the crucial services COA provides to Jewish seniors and the community.
COA Fresh

COA Fresh is a weekly delivery of fresh produce and other items going to over 200 homes in our community. The program helps to provide food security to those who are unable to attend the shops and may not have the finances to afford fresh fruit and vegetables each week.