History of the Hannah Meyer Project

Since the 1980's COA volunteers have visited non-denominational nursing homes to provide yiddishkeit to Jewish residents Read more

History

COA Power Couples

COA has been blessed with many volunteers, and some came as couples, where both members gave numerous hours and provided their skills graciously for the benefit of COA. Read more

History of the Hannah Meyer Project

Since the 1980's COA volunteers have visited non-denominational nursing homes to provide yiddishkeit to Jewish residents Read more

A volunteer workforce - By the aged, for the aged

COA was founded on the principle of seniors helping each other to live happier, healthier, more connected lives Read more

COA gatherings outgrew the Jewish Folk Centre, and we sought help to build a home of our own. Volunteer Jack Krygier came to our rescue, as he had done before, and with his help the COA Jack Krygier Centre became a reality Read more

How our services grew

We started with the simple premise of delivering a kosher meals on wheels program, but very soon this expanded to a full range of services to help Jewish seniors remain independent in their own homes, and provide social and cultural connection. Read more

COA begins

COA was created by Myer Kangan AO OBE and a group of active retirees who researched needs in the Jewish Community which were not being addressed. Read more

Latest

Baking Hamantaschen

Each year we invite members at the COA Centre to help make Hamantaschen for the Purim season.
Showcase of Jewish Artists 2023

Calling all artists to get involved in the next great showcase of Jewish Artists in May June. Applications can be downloaded from this page.
March April 2023
January February 2023

Kosher meals on wheels

Enjoy COA's Kosher Meals delivered to your home by our friendly volunteers.
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.
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.
Volunteering opportunities

volunteering, stay active, help, provide support, volunteer roles, give back, help others, help seniors,
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.
Management Committee

COA is governed by a volunteer Committee of Management whose members are very hands on, providing daily support to staff and help with all the activities of our organisation. They also meet monthly to decide our strategies going forward and ensure COA is financially and legally secure.
COA Fresh

Weekly delivery of fresh produce and other items providing food security to over 260 homes.
Chair Exercise

Remain limber, improve balance, and keep up your strength and fitness levels.
Activity centre

Activities at our centre six days weekly, for Jewish Seniors and others in our local community. Providing cultural and social connection with your COA family of friends.
Frequently Asked Questions

Information, questions, answers, FAQ,

Showcase of Jewish Artists 2023

Calling all artists to get involved in the next great "showcase of Jewish Artists" from Sunday 28th May to Sunday 4th June. Applications can be downloaded from this page, and everyone is encouraged to attend during a jam packed week of events around the exhibition. Read more