Inclusive Service Standards and Resources

The Inclusive Service Standards were developed by the Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing to assist aged care providers in the development and delivery of inclusive services to all consumers.

They provide a framework for services to adapt and improve their services and organisational practices so they are welcoming, safe, and accessible.

By meeting the Inclusive Service Standards, aged care providers will be able to:

  • better understand the diverse interests, goals, and needs of their consumers;
  • empower consumers to make informed decisions about their service provision;
  • deliver flexible, accessible services free of barriers and discrimination; and
  • implement the Consumer Directed Care approach and achieve quality outcomes for all consumers.

For any enquiries or advice about implementing the Inclusive Service Standards, please contact us.

The following resources have been developed to help organisations learn about and implement the Inclusive Service Standards:

Read the Inclusive Service Standards

The Inclusive Service Standards provide a framework you can adapt to improve your services and organisational practices so they are welcoming, safe and accessible. Now in its second edition.

The First Edition (July 2018) is also available.

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Tipsheets, Templates, and Resources

Access a range of tip sheets, templates, and resources designed to support your organisation to meet the Inclusive Service Standards.

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Organisational Audit and Planning Tool

Use the Organisational Audit and Planning Tool to review current practices, identify areas for improvement, and undertake further planning and development.

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Video & Discussion Guide

Watch video about the Inclusive Service Standards, and use the accompanying guide to facilitate group discussion.

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Online Training Modules

These interactive modules combine the key themes of the Inclusive Service Standards with prompts to reflect on your current progress and future options for implementing the standards.

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