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Browse resources created and collated by ARIIA as a trusted, evidence-based guide to supporting innovation across the aged care sector.
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Strategies for increasing allied health recruitment and retention in rural Australia
This rapid review, commissioned by the NSW Ministry of Health and conducted by Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health (SARRAH), examines strategies to improve recruitment and retention of allied health professionals (AHPs) in rural Australia. Drawing on published and grey literature, the report synthesizes current evidence and outlines components of a "Rural Pipeline" approach.

Building the evidence base for a National Nursing Workforce Strategy
This report details evidence scans undertaken to develop the evidence base for Australia’s first National Nursing Workforce Strategy.

Elder care support
This government website provides information on the Elder Care Support program, a program to recruit and train a skilled workforce for First Nations aged care.

National Nursing Workforce Strategy: Round two public consultation summary
A report on the Round 2 public consultation relating to the National Nursing Workforce Strategy.

Aged care worker wages: Guidance for aged care providers on Stage 3 of the Fair Work Commission Aged Care work value case
This report by the Department of Health and Aged Care, provides information to aged care providers on award increases and new classification structures in the new aged care workers award.

Dementia training program
The dementia training program by Dementia Training Australia offers a national approach to accredited education, upskilling, and professional development in dementia care.

Managing volunteers in aged care: Guidance handbook for Volunteer Managers
This is a handbook from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, helps aged care Volunteer Managers access training and information, and advice for aged care providers in supporting their Volunteer Managers.

Care sector provider workbook: Provider companion guide
This guide from the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, is for employment service providers provides guidance and resources for working with job seekers, including in the aged care sector.

Job seeker guide
This guide from the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment introduces employment opportunities and career pathways in the aged care and disability services sector.

Workforce planning guide
This workforce planning guide for the Australian Public Service provides workforce planning information relevant to other organisations and sectors including aged care.