Quality Standards Resource Centre

This resource discusses the importance of engagement in meaningful lifestyle activities for people living in aged care. It includes information about understanding meaningful lifestyle activities and links to a collection of resources collated by ARIIA that are relevant to this theme.

This resource provides guidance on incorporating cultural considerations into food, nutrition, and dining in aged care settings. It highlights the importance of understanding diverse dietary preferences, religious practices, and family dynamics to support person-centred care, improve wellbeing, and promote inclusivity within the aged care environment. 

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.

This resource is about the Silver Rainbow project to improve the experiences of LGBTI people as they age and enter aged care. The resource offers resources and training information to support the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ+ older people. It also includes relevant reports and papers, such as government submissions.

This resource provides information for providers about the Statement of Rights. The Statement of Rights promote quality and safe care for older persons accessing, or seeking to access, funded aged care services. The rights help to ensure that older people and their needs are at the centre of the new aged care system. 

This page includes information about what the Statement of Rights means for providers, and has links to additional resources about the rights, including videos and fact sheets.