Resources

This booklet by the Department of Health, Disability and Aging  is aimed at older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families and carers. It contains information about the Support at Home program.

This framework by the National Indigenous Australians Agency provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people greater agency over how their data are governed within the Australian Public Service (APS) so government held data better reflects their priorities and aspirations.

The Comprehensive Care Standard aims to ensure that patients receive comprehensive health care that meets their individual needs, and considers the impact of their health issues on their life and wellbeing.

This guide by Queensland Human Rights Commission is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their advocates in Queensland. It details how human rights, cultural rights and dealing with discrimination applies in the public sector in Queensland.

This guide by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission details sector best practice related to handling complaints within aged care services. 

This guide by the Aged Care Quality Commission details how to provide culturally safe governance of aged care services. 

This manual from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is for aged care service providers who receive funding under the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program. It outlines the requirements of the program including service planning, staffing, health and safety, quality and advocacy.

This guide from LiveUp outlines practical home modification items and tools, with information on purchasing options and available funding supports.

This guide from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing provides guidance for providers to consider when seeking to embed delivering culturally safe care across their operations.

The Bush Inspired Community Care Model follows the principles of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), a global philosophy and practice focused on asset (strength)-based, place-based, and community-driven initiatives. This approach allows communities to focus on and leverage their strengths to become stronger and achieve their goals. Due to be launched May 2026.