First Nations - Community Listening Report

First Nations perspectives on Assistive Technology (AT) and Home Modifications (HM) service provision: A Community Listening Report.

This Community Listening Report aims to help policymakers and industry practitioners create culturally safe Assistive Technology (AT) and Home Modifications (HM) services for First Nations people, and all Australians.

It focuses on research into First Nations experiences with accessing assistive products under the Australian Aged Care Act 1997, identifying actions to address logistical, cultural, and systemic barriers in loan schemes, subsidised products, assessments, and wrap-around assistive services.

While the Australian Aged Care Act 2024 shows promise in tackling some barriers, this report emphasises the importance of prioritising First Nations voices in AT policy and practice, and building on their community strengths to overcome challenges.

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