National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program

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This resource provides information on the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program. The program funds flexible and culturally appropriate aged care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, mainly in rural and remote areas. It covers service provider requirements, funding processes, and adaptations to ongoing aged care reforms. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

Author
Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
External Link
https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/national-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-flexible-aged-care-program
Standard
3: The Care and Services
2: The Organisation
1: The Individual
7: The Residential Community
Outcomes
3.2: Delivery of funded aged care services
2.1: Partnering with individuals
1.1: Person-centred care
7.2: Transitions
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program

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Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

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