Working with diverse groups in aged care - Resources

Working with diverse groups in aged care - Resources

Guidance,
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This resource provides guidance for aged care providers on working with people from diverse backgrounds. It includes information on caring for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTI elders, care leavers, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders. Training programs and resources are available to support culturally appropriate care​. 

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/topics/aged-care/providing-aged-care-services/working-in-aged-care/working-with-diverse-groups-in-aged-care#resources
Standard
1: The Individual
2: The Organisation
Outcomes
1.1: Person-centred care
2.1: Partnering with individuals
Working with diverse groups in aged care - Resources
 

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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