Resources

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.

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.

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.

This guide helps aged care providers plan workforce training to meet the rights-based requirements of the Aged Care Act 2024.

This manual provides operational guidance for providers delivering government-funded aged care through the Support at Home Program.

This guide from WA Government supports recruiters to interview Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants in culturally respectful and effective ways.

This guide from the Australian Indigenous Doctors Association and RACP introduces cultural competency, cultural safety and their role in improving health service delivery.

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.

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.

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.