PICAC Resources Library

Resources from PICAC member organisations

Working draft — not published. This directory brings together selected resources developed by PICAC member organisations. Every entry identifies its developing organisation. The original resources and links remain on each member page. Resource libraries and other large, frequently updated collections are represented by a single collection entry rather than an incomplete list of their contents.

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Aged Care Contract Checklists – in Language

Council on the Ageing (PICAC NT)

Type: Multilingual checklist collection. Checklists to help older people understand their rights and responsibilities before signing aged care service contracts.

Advance Personal Plans in Language

Council on the Ageing (PICAC NT)

Type: Multilingual information collection. Information to support planning ahead in a preferred language.

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Bridging Cultures

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Practice guide. Guidance to support culturally inclusive aged care.

Bridging Cultural Misunderstandings

Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland Multicultural Partners (PICAC QLD)

Type: Factsheet. A practical resource on recognising and addressing cultural misunderstandings.

C

CALD Implementation Test for “No Wrong Door”

Multicultural Aged Care (PICAC SA/Secretariat)

Type: Implementation tool. A practical test to support multicultural older people to access the right information and support.

CALD Implementation Test for Reasonable Pricing

Multicultural Aged Care (PICAC SA/Secretariat)

Type: Implementation tool. A practical resource relating to fair and accessible aged care pricing.

CALDWays Courses

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Online course collection. Free courses for aged care staff on culturally inclusive service delivery.

CALD Mentoring Initiative

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Mentoring program. Support for aged care providers working to strengthen culturally responsive practice.

Caring for CALD Seniors Toolkit

Council on the Ageing (PICAC NT)

Type: Toolkit. Information to support culturally responsive care for older people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Communication Cards

Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing (PICAC VIC)

Type: Multilingual communication tool. Visual cards to support conversations, directions and everyday care needs.

Cross Cultural Communication Poster

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Poster. Practical communication tips for culturally inclusive services.

Cultural Care Plan

Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing (PICAC VIC)

Type: Care-planning tool. Supports providers to record cultural, linguistic and spiritual needs and preferences.

Culturally Inclusive Aged Care Practice Guides

Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing (PICAC VIC)

Type: Practice guide collection. Resources for providers delivering culturally appropriate aged care.

D

Dementia, Culture and Care

Fortis Consulting (PICAC WA)

Type: Video. A resource on dementia care in culturally diverse communities.

Diversity Mentoring Program

Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing (PICAC VIC)

Type: Mentoring program. Structured support for aged care providers developing and implementing Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Action Plans.

Diversity Mentoring Program

Fortis Consulting (PICAC WA)

Type: Mentoring program. Provider support to strengthen culturally safe and inclusive care practices.

F

Fortis PICAC Resources

Fortis Consulting (PICAC WA)

Type: Resource collection. A curated entry point to Fortis resources, webinars, articles and aged care reform information.

I

Introduction to Dementia and Culturally Responsive Care

Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland Multicultural Partners (PICAC QLD)

Type: Online course. A free, self-paced course for aged care workers about dementia and culturally responsive care.

Introduction to Cultural Awareness in Aged Care

Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland Multicultural Partners (PICAC QLD)

Type: Online course. Self-paced learning about cultural awareness in aged care.

Interpreter Factsheet: What They Can & Can’t Do

Migrant Resource Centre (PICAC TAS)

Type: Factsheet. Explains the role of qualified interpreters in clear and culturally responsive communication.

M

MAC Resource Library

Multicultural Aged Care (PICAC SA/Secretariat)

Type: Resource library. Multicultural aged care information, tools and resources maintained by MAC.

MCCI Resource Library

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Resource library. Downloadable resources, audio resources and videos from MCCI.

MCCI Multicultural Hub

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Online hub. A developing collection of multicultural information and resources from MCCI.

MRC Tasmania Resource Library

Migrant Resource Centre (PICAC TAS)

Type: Resource library. A broad multilingual library with practical information, resources, videos and links.

Multicultural Aged Care Library

Multicultural Aged Care (PICAC SA)

Type: Lending library. Books, training materials, music, activities, games and communication aids for culturally appropriate aged and community care.

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PICAC Alliance Position Statement

Multicultural Aged Care (PICAC SA/Secretariat)

Type: Position statement. PICAC Alliance perspective on multicultural aged care.

Planning Ahead

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (PICAC NSW & ACT)

Type: Multilingual information guide. A resource to support planning ahead.

R

Risks of Not Using an Interpreter

Migrant Resource Centre (PICAC TAS)

Type: Factsheet. Explains how not using a qualified interpreter can lead to miscommunication, safety risks, compromised informed consent and privacy concerns.

T

Translating & Interpreting Services

Migrant Resource Centre (PICAC TAS)

Type: Factsheet. Practical information about accessing translating and interpreting services.

U

Understanding Aged Care: Your Care, Your Culture, Your Way

Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland Multicultural Partners (PICAC QLD)

Type: Video series. Four videos about navigating aged care in culturally responsive ways.

W

Why Person-Centred Palliative Care Matters

Fortis Consulting (PICAC WA)

Type: Video. A resource about the importance of person-centred palliative care.

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