Resources

This government explanatory memorandum explains the Aged Care Legislation Amendment (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aged Care Commissioner and Other Measures) Bill 2026.

This report from National Seniors argues that workforce shortages are undermining the quality of aged care. It highlights challenges in attracting and retaining staff. Calls for stronger workforce planning, better pay, improved training supports and working conditions, to ensure older Australians receive safe, high-quality care.

Response by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing to First Nation Aged Care Commissioners Report - Transforming Aged Care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

This Open Access article by Harfield et al. explores the Miwatj Health Leadership Model, which supports Yolngu employment, leadership pathways and staff wellbeing in an Aboriginal community-controlled health service.

This webpage by Indigenous Allied Health Australia links to workforce support, mentoring, training and development opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander allied health workers, students and services.

This article by selectability describes how purchasing Gulfland Motel and Caravan Park supports remote aged care delivery by providing worker accommodation to help attract and retain employees in the Lower Gulf.

This webpage by NACCHO describes a traineeship program supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander trainees to gain Certificate III or IV qualifications and enter Aboriginal Health Worker and Practitioner roles.

This booklet by My Aged Care explains how older people can access the Restorative Care Pathway to regain or maintain independence, improve daily functioning and reduce the need for more intensive ongoing care. 

This webpage by Department of Health, Disability and Ageing explains the Transition Care Program. Includes information about short-term care after hospital, eligibility, services, extensions, breaks from care and funding.

This webpage by Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission explains reablement at mealtimes. Includes information about independence, dignity, dementia, occupational therapy and mealtime support.