Restrictive practices
Restrictive practices are actions or interventions that restrict a person’s rights or freedom of movement, often used to promote the safety of older people and those around them.
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Abuse and neglect
Elder abuse refers to any act, or failure to act, that results in harm to an older person and may occur as a single incident or as a pattern of behaviour.
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Diversity
Diversity includes a person’s cultural background, sexual orientation, gender identity, spiritual and religious beliefs, Indigenous identity, among others.
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Sexuality, sexual expression and older people
Sexuality is a core part of the human experience. People of all ages have their own experience of their own sexuality, and ways of sexually expressing themselves.
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Dementia, cognitive impairment and capacity
For people living with dementia (PLWD) or cognitive impairment, it can be challenging to know what they are able to consent to. This is called decision-making capacity or capacity to consent.
Find out more about the evidence and actions that enable dementia care.
Palliative care
Palliative care refers to the person-centred care provided to people who have a life-limiting condition and their families. It focuses on promoting quality of life and involves multifaceted support to meet the needs of the person and their families.
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Psychosocial needs
Psychosocial needs relate to an individual’s emotional and social wellbeing and may be supported through social connection, respect for personal identity, culture and spirituality, access to appropriate mental health care, and involvement in decisions that affect them.
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Workers’ rights and issues
Recognising workers' rights and issues involves navigating tensions between workers' rights and older people's rights. This involves recognising these rights and making fair, transparent decisions that uphold the dignity, safety and wellbeing of older people, while also safeguarding the rights, safety and ethical responsibilities of workers.
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Organisational considerations
Organisations must uphold the duty of care and dignity of risk, implement safeguarding and open disclosure practices, and demonstrate accountability.
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Environment and living
Environment and living arrangements should be personalised to support individual lifestyles and preferences while upholding each older person’s right to privacy. These include food, nutrition, and dining, personalised lifestyles and environments and the right to privacy.
Find out more about the evidence and actions to enhance the environment and living conditions of older people.