Resources
Explore resources from a range of sources across the aged care sector - including government, research, academic and practice-based materials - curated by ARIIA to support evidence-informed practice and innovation.
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First Nations cultural safety framework
This framework from the Australian Evaluation Society supports culturally safe evaluation practice with First Nations peoples, knowledges and communities.
Find your pathway
This webpage from Palliative Care Connect helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people find palliative care information, services and support pathways.
Facing the health gap
This report from AMSANT examines health gaps affecting Aboriginal communities and approaches to strengthening culturally safe, responsive care.
Exploring Aboriginal aged care residents’ cultural and spiritual needs in South Australia
This open access article by Sivertsen et al. explores the cultural and spiritual needs of Aboriginal aged care residents in South Australia.
Elderhood and healthy aging from an Indigenous perspective
This open access article by Huang et al. reviews elderhood and healthy ageing from an Indigenous perspective, highlighting wisdom, community roles and cultural continuity.
Developing integrated healthcare models for Indigenous People: Insights from a relational systematic scoping review
This open access article by Clare et al. reviews integrated healthcare models for Indigenous peoples and identifies relational principles for culturally safe, coordinated care.
Deficit discourse and strengths-based approaches
This report from the Lowitja Institute explains deficit discourse and strengths-based approaches, supporting a shift in narratives about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing.
Data collection resources for Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled health services
This webpage from Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet lists data collection resources for Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled health services.
Culturally safe assistive technology provision in Australia: Concept mapping perspectives from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
This open access article by Hearn et al. maps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives on culturally safe assistive technology provision in Australia.
Cultural safety in Australia - a discussion paper
This discussion paper from the Lowitja Institute outlines cultural safety concepts in Australia and supports health workers to reflect on culturally safe care and practice.