ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan, QLD. They deliver a range of services including NDIS support, health & Wellbeing support, Elders support & children & family support.

Aboriginal Community Elders Services was established by Aboriginal Elders, due to concerns that elders were dying in mainstream nursing homes without any Aboriginal cultural practices being observed. They offer residential care services, a Koori community aged care program and disability support services.

Aboriginal Community Services provides high quality community and residential aged care services to Aboriginal people living in South Australia.

Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia Limited (AHCSA) is the peak body representing Aboriginal community-controlled health services in South Australia at state
and national levels.

AHCSA’s primary role is to be the ‘health voice’ for all Aboriginal people in South Australia. AHCSA achieves this by advocating for the community and supporting workers with appropriate Aboriginal health programs based on a holistic perspective of health.

Through targeted and relevant assistance, Aged Care Management Association (ACMA) empowers staff, managers, and boards to navigate the complexity of reforming aged care environments and develop capacity to continually meet the needs of First Nation communities via:

• Accreditation Readiness
• Governance
• Quality & Safety Performance
• Interim Clinical Support & Management
• Home Care Operational Support
• Operational Reviews

Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Association (ARIIA) is leading the positive transformation of aged care across Australia. We address critical sector needs, support government and professional commitments, and foster collaboration and innovation to empower aged care professionals and support positive change. Our initiatives include incubators, grants, programs, and events, and our website provides trustworthy information for aged care workers, service providers, older Australians, and their families.

At ARIIA, our mission is to equip the aged care sector with knowledge and skills to implement evidence-based practices and new technologies. Guided by principles of co-design, inclusion, connection, and innovation, we ensure every voice is heard, and every individual’s needs are met with respect and dignity. Join us in shaping the future of aged care.

Allied Health Professions Australia (AHPA) is the recognised national voice for allied health professions, representing and advocating for the role of allied health professionals in health, aged care, disability, education and all systems where allied health services have a role.

AHPA works to provide national leadership that shapes and supports the contribution made by allied health professionals to national health and wellbeing. As the peak national organisation for allied health professions, AHPA has an important strategic leadership role and is the body that the Federal Government and other national organisations turn to when they seek a collective view of allied health.

Australian Association of Gerentology has a broad range of gerontologist that have experience in the fields of research, education, policy and practitioners in health, allied health and aged care as well as other fields that have a focus on ageing issues. The Gerontologists assist in helping older people lead fulfilling and productive lives, as well as providing support for them as they age.

Australian Association of Gerontology has several divisions in every State and Territory of Australia and is Australia’s only independent, impartial membership organisation that aims to improve the experience of ageing by connecting gerontological research, policy and practice.

Provides care and support to regional and urban communities throughout the Northern Territory and beyond. In 2014, ARRCS worked to improve the quality of life for people living in regional and remote areas of Australia. ARRC’s commitment continues to flourish and will only get stronger by support people from Darwin to Kaltukatjara (Docker River) through Aged Care services, childcare and regional home care services, residential aged care and school nutrition programs.

Booroongen Djugun meaning “sleeping ground” is made up of three core services within NSW:
Booroongen College (RTO conducting industry approved courses)
Community care (inc. NDIS services, home care packages & service delivery)
Residential care (culturally safe facilities for Aboriginal People)

Cape Barren Island Aboriginal Association is an Aboriginal Community Service Organisation that provides housing, Aged Care, social and emotional management of its residents.

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) is dedicated to delivering high-quality services to their communities, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the well-being of theirresidents, especially the older population. Since 2008, Central Desert Regional Council has been supporting its 4,200 residents across 12 communities over an expansive 262,000km² area.

Central Desert Regional Council’s aged care services are designed to provide site-specific, culturally sensitive activities and care tailored to meet the unique needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in remote communities. They are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where their community members can thrive. A key focus of their services is to enable clients to enjoy time on Country whenever possible, honoring their cultural connection to the land.

They provide a range of services across various locations, including:

• Anmatjere (Ti Tree)
• Atitjere
• Engawala
• Lajamanu
• Laramba
• Nyirripi
• Willowra
• Yuelamu

The services at each of these locations vary and may include meals, laundry, personal care, transport, social support, and social activities, among others.

The Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health (CAMDH) aims to increase and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aspiring to graduate as doctors, dentists, podiatrists and become leaders in the field of Aboriginal Health. CAMDH also develops and teaches curriculum that values Aboriginal knowledge and processes to create a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal people accessing health care.

The Community Transport Organisation Ltd (CTO) provides peak body services for community transport providers in NSW. Community transport is a diverse and critical service for both regional and metropolitan NSW. The Community Transport Organisation has an amazing opportunity and obligation to provide the best possible service and support to their members.

Council of the Ageing (COTA) Australia as the peak body representing older Australians, delivers on its overall purpose of promoting the rights, interests and good futures of Australians as we age . COTA listens and responds to the concerns of older people through a range of channels face to face and online. COTA’s digital and print communications provide information on and raise awareness of policy changes and government activity as they impact on older people. COTA have developed resources to support older people in managing their affairs, maintain independence and exercise choice and control over the services they receive. Through continuous advocacy informed by COTA’s engagement with older people, COTA tackle systemic and institution inequity across a range of areas including aged care, retirement incomes, housing, employment, health and digital access. COTA’s advocacy aims to ensure the voices of all older people are heard in government and civil society, including those who are more vulnerable and marginalised.

Dementia Australia is the national peak body supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers. Dementia Australia responds to this challenge with trusted information, education and support services. They advocate to government and in the community for positive change. They support vital research and health workers providing essential care. They equip communities with tools and knowledge to make our society more dementia friendly. They involve people impacted by dementia in their work, to respect and reflect the diverse range of dementia experiences across Australia. They amplify the voices of people impacted by dementia, to empower their self-advocacy and reduce stigma in the community. They are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible.

Dyirri-Bang-Gu Aboriginal Corporation Aged Care Services assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders and Older People to maintain independence in their own homes providing assistance and supports such as personal care, preparation of meals, laundry, domestic assistance, transport (medical/shopping) and social activities.

Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) was established to confront the often hidden problem of discrimination, neglect and mistreatment of older Australians. As the national voice for action, EAAA campaigns for a society that respects and values older Australians and is free from elder abuse. EAAA uses the tools of advocacy, policy development, research and capacity building to raise community awareness of elder abuse and improve the lives of older people.

First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that offers affordable primary healthcare services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and their families in urban Melbourne.

First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing was previously known as Access Services for Koories which was set up to improve primary health care access for First Peoples in the northwest of Melbourne. In 2018 the organisation expanded to set up a clinic in Thomastown – an area with unmet primary health care needs. To reflect this development, the organisation changed its name to First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing. In 2019, we expanded again, opening the first Aboriginal health service on the Mornington Peninsula in Frankston.

First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing also provides Aged Care services to Elders and Older People through CHSP funding, social support and transport services.

Gerontological Alliance of Nurses Australia (GANA) is a community of trusted specialist nurses and assistants who value working with older people and their families/carers in all care settings.

GANA was established in 2022, and promotes gerontology as a unique nursing specialty that makes a crucial contribution to the health and well-being of older people in Australia.

Nhulundu are an incorporated Aboriginal organisation, initiated by and based in a local Aboriginal community, and governed by an Aboriginal body that is elected by that Aboriginal community. Nhulundu provides comprehensive primary health care services to our communities and our region. The organisation focuses on the provision of culturally appropriate services, delivered with compassion and commitment, that improve patient access and the patient journey. Nhulundu provides a broad range of services to the community, such as; Health services, Family & Social Services, Community Access Services and Aged Care.

Goolburri Aboriginal Health Advancement Company Limited is an incorporated Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service who have supported Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous communities in the Toowoomba, Darling Downs and South West region for over 23 years. The not-for-profit organisation provides General Practitioner (GP), Oral, Primary and Allied Health Services, with a range of Home and Community Care, Family Wellbeing, Aged Care Services, Early Numeracy and Literacy Support and NDIS services. They are responsive to the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, families and communities within the Goolburri Region and support them to exercise control of their Health and Wellbeing.

Through Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owner Aboriginal Corporation, Gunditjmara people ensure that their cultural obligations and responsibilities which arise from Gunditjmara Country and under Gunditjmara law, custom and beliefs are upheld and recognised for the protection and benefit of their traditional lands and waters and for their respect to their Gunditjmara ancestors and for their Elders.

Through the self-determination of the Gunditjmara community, Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owner Aboriginal Corporation upholds the following pillars in order to advance the cultural identity and standing of Gunditjmara peoples:

• Strengthening Gunditjmara Resources
• Celebrating Gunditjmara Community and Culture
• Providing Collective Leadership

Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd is an independent community based not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that was founded by a group of volunteers from the local Aboriginal community of the Victorian South West region in 1979. From humble beginnings to long-term vision of their community has driven the organisation as the primary provider of social, health and cultural services in our region.

Illaroo Co-Operative Aboriginal Corporation was established and incorporated in 1982 as a non-profit organisation, Nine years later Illaroo Co-Operative Aboriginal Corporation established Rose Mumbler Village (RMV) Aboriginal Hostel; to provide “Culturally Appropriate & Acceptable” Quality Care by providing permanent accommodation for Elderly Aboriginal couples or individuals we provide short term (respite) and long term care. Illaroo’s mission is:

• To provide temporary and permanent accommodation for Elderly Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal couples or individuals.
• To employ such staff as is necessary to fulfill the requirements of Illaroo’s policies.
• To provide comprehensive caring through programs which include: Residential care, Home Care Packages, Commonwealth Home Support Program, Case Management & Social Support, Ageing in place, NDIS client services.

The Indigenous Wellbeing Centre (IWC) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation based in Bundaberg and Gayndah, Queensland. For more than two decades, IWC has worked alongside community to deliver integrated health, wellbeing and aged care services that support people across all stages of life.

Grounded in culture and connection, IWC provides accessible care for everyone while continuing to strengthen outcomes for First Nations people and the wider community.

Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH) is a Community Controlled Health Service that leads the planning, development and delivery of health, family wellbeing and social support services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of South East Queensland. IUIH is working with their Member Community Controlled Health Services to improve the health, wellbeing and economic independence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in South East Queensland, the largest and fastest growing Indigenous population in Australia.

The Healthy Ageing Research Team (HART) are based at James Cook University, Nguma-bada Campus in Cairns, Far North Queensland, Australia, with team members in the Torres Strait, Cairns and Brisbane. The team includes academics, clinicians, and researchers, all with an interest in gerontology and integrated service delivery models.

The Healthy Ageing Researcg Team strives to provide clinically informed research and practice that promotes cultural safety to improve health and health equity for older adults living in Far North Queensland, with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Their research priorities are driven by community identified priorities and clinical need. Their aim is to work with communities to improve health systems and healthcare delivery to enhance the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and to develop innovative models of integrated health service delivery for older adults.

By actively partnering with Elders, community, funders and key stakeholders, Kalwun works to improve a wide range of outcomes for all people. The organisation provides comprehensive primary health care, human services and community care interventions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities in south- east Queensland. Kalwun is also the parent-company to Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre in Burleigh Heads, which forms part of the company’s commitment to delivering essential cultural knowledge to people of the Gold Coast and wider community about the Yugambeh speaking people of this area.

Karadi is an inclusive Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, providing leadership in the sector and serving Aboriginal people of our catchment and their families in achieving strong cultural identity, good health and quality of life.

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation is one of Darwin’s leading community service organisations. Larrakia Nation have grown strong in recent years and deliver a wide range of programs and services across the Darwin region. They are one of the largest not-for-profit, non-government employers of Aboriginal people in Darwin. It’s services include:

• Community Services
• Outreach Services
• Larrakia Land and Sea Rangers
• Cultural Services

As the national peak body for LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing their purpose is to amplify the voices and expertise of their members and the communities they collectively represent. Through rigorous research and expert insights, they lead efforts to affect change and improve policy, system designs and service provision, thereby ensuring equitable access to services and resources for their communities.

Mabunji Aboriginal Resource Indigenous Corporation (“Mabunji”) began its life as a resource centre in 1983, with its core purpose to support the Aboriginal people and homelands of the Borroloola region. 35 years later, Mabunji still to this day remains true to its original purpose and represents the Saltwater and the Mainland people of the various town camps and homelands. It has matured and adapted to the changing needs of its members, government policy, funding conditions and commercial opportunities. Its services include:

• Li-Anthawirriyarra Sea Rangers Unit
• Waralungku Arts
• Malandarri Aged Care Centre
• Wunala Creche Early Learning Centre
• Radio Station
• Li-Ardubirri Playgroup
• Outstations
• Safe House

Mala’la Health Service Aboriginal Corporation services Maningrida and surrounding homelands in North East Arnhem Land. Services provided by Mala’la Health Service includes:

• Primary Health Care
• Aged Care and Community Services
• Family and Community Wellness
• NDIS Support Services
• Orange Sky – in partnership

Meaningful Ageing Australia is the national peak body for championing the importance of spiritual care for the emotional wellbeing and quality of life of older people, especially those receiving care in all settings. Their work involves advancing research, education, consultancy, advisory for the aged care and related sectors, health care practitioners, government, older people, caregivers, palliative care, culturally diverse communities and partnerships with other peak aged care bodies.

Meaningful Ageing Australia’s Vision: For every older person to feel at ease in their life so they know and feel belonging, connection and a sense of wholeness.

Meaningful Ageing Australia’s Mission: To support older people by promoting an inclusive understanding of spiritual care, developing capabilities and confidence to recognise and enable spiritual care, and advocating for the value for spiritual care.

Moorditj Koort is a community controlled, not-for-profit organisation that supports the health and wellness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in Western Australia. Moorditj Koort has a range of programs designed to help Indigenous peoples in our community including NDIS Support Coordination, School Health Program, Health Lifestyle Program, Integrated Team Care and Cultural Awareness Training.

Mutkin Residential and Community Care is a not for profit community-controlled organisation, situated south east from Cairns in Far North Queensland. They are a Commonwealth subsidised and accredited Aged Care facility providing residential care and community care services to the Yarrabah Community and surrounding areas.

Mutkin is a trusted pillar in the Yarrabah community and they pride themselves in providing culturally and spiritually-sensitive care services. Our model of care incorporates activities which specifically address the needs of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Mutkin program areas are:

• Commonwealth Home Support Program
• Home Care Packages
• Residential Aged Care
• Service Provider for NDIS

National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) conducts research to improve the lives of Older Australians. NARI makes a measurable difference to the lives of older people and those who care for them by improving their quality of life and health.

National Seniors Australia is a leading organisation dedicated to improving the quality of life for people aged 50 and over. They champion the rights and interests of seniors, influencing policy and driving positive change. Through their in-house research, they seek to better understand the needs and preferences of seniors to ensure their advocacy work is informed and effective.  To fund their vital advocacy activities, National Seniors Australia provides membership and insurance products tailored to the over 50 demographic.

Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Women’s Council Aboriginal Corporation (NPY Women’s Council) is led by women’s law, authority and culture to deliver health, social and cultural services for all Anangu.
NPY Women’s Council provide the following services:

• Youth Services
• Child & Family Wellbeing Service
• Tjungu Aged & Disability Service
• Domestic & Family Violence Service
• Tjanpi Desert Weavers Social Enterprise
• Ngangkari Traditional Healing

Ngambaga Bindarry Girrwaa Community Service Inc (NBGCS) believes in the right of people and community to:

• Make choices in their own lives
• Dignity, respect, privacy and confidentiality
• Be valued as individuals
• Access services on a non-discriminatory basis
• T access accountable and responsible services.

NBGCS provides the following service:

• Commonwealth Home Support Programme
• National Respite Carer Program
• Early Linker Program, Mid North Coast
• Domestic Assistance Services

Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) provides information, assistance, referral and education to older people who are vulnerable, socially or economically disadvantaged, exploited or abused. They also facilitated the provision of confidential support and education to older people who are recipients of care and to promote the rights of older people to aged care service providers; – through over 37,000 occasions of support.

The Palm Island Community Company is a community-controlled not-for-profit organisation that delivers human services, community capacity building and economic development programs on Palm Island. Services provided include, but not limited to; Bwgcolman Healing Service, Community Justice Group, Children & Family Centre, Diversionary Service, Family Care Service, Family Participation Program, Family Wellbeing Centre, Integrated Team Care, NDIS Connector Service, Safe Haven Service, Safe House, Social & Emotional Wellbeing, Social Enterprises, Specialist Domestic & Family Violence Service, Telstra Call Centre, Women’s Healing Servuce, Women’s Service, Youth Services, and high-quality, culturally safe aged care services to older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on Palm Island.

Pinangba is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led service delivery arm of UnitingCare, operating in partnership with BlueCare, to deliver a range of services across Queensland, including aged care, respite, family therapy and drug and alcohol rehabilitation services.

Rumbalara provides whole of life health, medical, family services that support, honour and respect first Nations people through;

• Wellbeing and Prevention
• Everyday Health
• Chronic Conditions
• Elder and Disability Care
• Children and Young people
• Mental Health
• Family & Community
• Homelessness & Housing

The South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation (SETAC) exists to facilitate the empowerment of the Aboriginal people of South East Tasmania so that, through self determination, they can make decisions that affect their lives and share in Australia’s land, wealth, and resources, contributing equitably to the nation’s economic, social, and political life, with full recognition of, and support for the ongoing enjoyment and development of our Indigenous cultural heritage. They provide services, such as Aged Care, Cultural, Education and Support and Health.

Provide health care services to Aboriginal people in a way that reflects self-determination and advances overall health status.
Areas include, primary health, disability services, child and maternal health, dental, outreach & a range of other community services.

Tangentyere delivers a range of services and community development activities to Central Australian Aboriginal people from the Alice Springs Town Camps, Alice Springs Township and Central Australian Aboriginal communities who face multidimensional disadvantage.Tangentyere also operates a number of social enterprises aimed at empowering people and enhancing their participation in the economy. Services include Aged, Disability and Chronic Care, Child Family and Kin, Community Safety, Education and Learning, Emergency Assistance, Youth, Housing, Employment Support, Community Centre, Tangentyere Artists, Local Decision Making, Research and Land and Learning Resources.

Tharwal Aboriginal Corporation Aboriginal Medical Service is located in the suburb of Airds in the Macarthur region of South Western Sydney, New South Wales. Tharawal Aboriginal Medica Service is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) which offers the following services to its community including:

• Primary Health Care (Medical Services, Allied Health, Dental, Bullabulla Maternal and Child Health and Metabolic Program)
• Social and Emotional Wellbeing (Psychology and Counselling, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Support, Social Support, Youth Services, Bringing Them Home, Suicide Prevention and Outreach)
• Healthy Lifestyles (Good Tucker All Arround, Community Kitchen & Garden, Lyrebirds Exercise Programs, Commonwealth Home Support)
• Children and Family (Waranwarin Early Learning Centre, Oorunga Wandarrah MACS Centre, Aboriginal Family Preservation and Family Programs)
• Housing (Tharawal Housing Aboriginal Corporation and Home to Stay)

The Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) was established in 1973 to address the specific medical needs of Victorian Aboriginal communities. The organisation has expanded over past 50 years to now provide a comprehensive range of medical, dental and Social and Emotional Wellbeing services for people of all ages in our community.

Werin Aboriginal Corporation was formally known as the PAC Medical Clinic (Partnership for Aboriginal Care, opened in 2006) auspiced by Durri Aboriginal Medical Service. The name was changed to Werin Medical Clinic in July 2008 auspiced by Biripi Aboriginal Medical Service. Werin Aboriginal Corporation became incorporated January 2012. After 10 years of successful operation, on the 1st of March 2016, Werin Aboriginal Corporation became an independent medical service. Werin offers a broad range of services, including but not limited to:

• Psychology
• Smoking Cessation
• Endocrinology
• ENT Specialists
• Mental Health
• Physiotherapy
• Optometry
• Men’s Health
• Women’s Health

Before the Purple House was established Pintupi people from the Western Desert of Central Australia were forced to leave their country and families to seek treatment for end-stage renal failure in Alice Springs or Darwin. Far from home, they suffered great loneliness and hardship, and weren’t around to pass on cultural knowledge in their communities. So they decided to do something about it. Purple House offers:

• Dialysis
• “Purple Truck” – Self contacined dialysis unit on wheels
• Social Support
• Aged Care Services
• NDIS Services
• Social Enterprise Hub
• Primary Health Care
• Return to Country
• Education
• Bush Balms
• Patient Preceptors

Wyanga is a not for profit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation providing individually tailored and culturally appropriate aged care services to their Elders within their homes. Elders residing in the South East Sydney areas of New South Wales.

Wyanga provides a range of services to Aboriginal clients and their carers in the home and community. Home Care Packages (HCP) and Commonwealth Home Support Program services are tailored to meet the needs of the individual. Support groups are also offered. A person’s needs and eligibility are aligned with available resources to determine which services are appropriate.

Yaandina Community Services Ltd (Yaandina) is a multi-functional, multi-funded charity providing localised wrap-around, client-centred services from birth to ageing for people living in the Pilbara, Western Australia.

Through the delivery of life education, recreation, therapeutic interventions, practical support, care and well-being programs, Yaandina provides services to children, youth, families and the elderly that are aimed at improving quality of life in the communities it services.

In 2016, Yaandina became a company limited by guarantee in recognition that it had evolved and grown to become the largest local not-for-profit community services provider in the Pilbara. The organisation now employs more than 120 staff in a range of specialist roles.