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Working with older people

Working with older people

Guidance,

This resource offers guidance for working respectfully with older people, challenging stereotypes and promoting their rights to independence, dignity, and fair access to services. It emphasises communication strategies, recognising decision-making capacity, and understanding diverse needs across different groups.

This resource was developed by a state/territory government or organisation and therefore its applicability and usefulness may be limited.

Author
External resource
Key Theme
Dignity, respect and privacy
Standard
1: The Person
Outcomes
1.2: Dignity, respect and privacy
Working with older people

This is not a Commission publication. Any views are those of the author. You are responsible for considering this in context, based on your circumstances and the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) requirements. See Terms of Use .