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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Culturally responsive clinical practice: Working with people from migrant and refugee backgrounds
This report from the Migrant & Refugee Women’s Health Partnership presents a framework for culturally responsive clinical practice with people from migrant and refugee backgrounds. It supports clinicians to communicate and work effectively with this cohort and is intended for delivering quality care across healthcare settings.
Diverse workforce - A Guide to supporting inclusive workplaces in Aged Care
This guide developed by Multicultural Communities Council of Illawara (MCCI) aims to provide practical advice to support inclusive workplaces in aged care settings, with a focus on a multicultural workforce.
Cultural competence in Australia- A guide
This guide from the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia highlights the importance of understanding and effective interaction across cultures in Australian organisations. It describes cultural competence as requiring ongoing learning, reflection, addressing biases and adapting practices to diverse cultural and linguistic needs.
Guide to creating a workforce training plan - Building workforce capability for the Aged Care Act 2024
This guide helps aged care providers plan workforce training to meet the rights-based requirements of the Aged Care Act 2024.
Support at Home program manual - A guide for registered providers
This manual provides operational guidance for providers delivering government-funded aged care through the Support at Home Program.
Interviewing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
This guide from WA Government supports recruiters to interview Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants in culturally respectful and effective ways.
An introduction to cultural competency
This guide from the Australian Indigenous Doctors Association and RACP introduces cultural competency, cultural safety and their role in improving health service delivery.
Short Term Restorative Care (STRC): Complete guide to recovery programs in Australia
This guide by Andre Smith from Carevo explains Short Term Restorative Care for older Australians. Includes information about eligibility, service types, costs and transitioning to Support at Home.
Restorative Care - Pathway clinical guidelines Support at Home Program
This guideline by Flinders University explains clinical recommendations for the Restorative Care Pathway. Includes guidance on restorative care, falls, frailty, dementia, mental wellbeing, nutrition, swallowing difficulties and exit planning.
Guide for Short-Term Restorative Care providers transitioning to the Restorative Care Pathway
This guide by Department of Health, Disability and Ageing supports STRC providers transitioning to the Restorative Care Pathway. Includes transition scenarios, provider activities, client guidance and FAQs.