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CALD Dementia Research Action Plan

Australia’s first Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Dementia Research Action Plan was developed by NARI in partnership with the NHMRC National Institute of Dementia Research (NNIDR). Read more

Published: 9th November, 2020

Updated: 12th November, 2020

Author: Kallie Turner

Elder Abuse Community Action Plan for Victoria

In collaboration with the elder abuse sector, NARI developed the first action plan specifically to assist the Victorian community to tackle elder abuse. Read more

Published: 9th November, 2020

Updated: 12th November, 2020

Author: Kallie Turner

Feedback on the national plan to respond to the abuse of older Australians

NARI and La Trobe support the vision and principles underlying the National Plan and welcome government investment in the focus areas identified in the National Plan. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2023

Updated: 26th February, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

NARI response to the Exposure Draft of the Aged Care Act 2023

NARI’s Position Statement on the Exposure Draft of the Aged Care Act 2023 advocates for revisions to meet the care needs of Australians as they move through their later lives in order to deliver on the promise of dignity for older people. Read more

Published: 20th March, 2024

Updated: 5th February, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

NARI state budget submission 2024/2025: Living longer, ageing well - Investing for older Victorians

NARI outlines that our priorities for the 2024/25 Victorian Budget are focused on investing in the health and wellbeing of older Victorians so that, as people live longer, they can age well. Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2024

Updated: 23rd April, 2024

Author: Jess Barry

Our Intergenerational Future: Co-operation Not Conflict

This Discussion Paper, authored by NARI Ambassadors Dr Don Edgar and Dr Patricia Edgar, analyses generational conflicts and how to create a more positive intergenerational future. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2021

Updated: 6th June, 2022

Author: Kathryn Squires

The new middle age: Ways to thrive in the longevity economy

This paper argues for significant policy reform in four areas of public policy in order to respond to the growing demographic of middle aged Australians: workplace, education, preventative health and building communities. Read more

Published: 12th October, 2020

Updated: 19th October, 2020

Author: Kathryn Squires

What makes a good old age? Aged Care Roundtable Discussion Paper

In May 2018, NARI met with aged care leaders to consider the burning issues in aged care. They agreed on the need for a better understanding of what good ageing means. Read more

Published: 19th October, 2020

Updated: 2nd November, 2020

Author: Kallie Turner

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  • Falls risk for older people in the community: FROP-Com

    The Falls Risk for Older People in the Community (FROP-Com and FROP-Com Screen) are tools used in the community for assessment or screening of falls risk.

  • Age-positive language guide

    Age-positive language guide

    As part of our commitment to combatting ageism, NARI has developed an age-positive language guide. The guide provides practical examples of how words, phrases, and images can better portray older people and combat ageism.

  • Indigenous cognitive assessment: Regional and urban KICA

    The regional and urban KICA is an instrument to assess dementia in older Aboriginal people in regional and urban settings.

  • Where are the seniors exercise parks?

    Where are the seniors exercise parks?

    Seniors exercise parks are located across Melbourne and regional Victoria.

  • Healthy Ageing Quiz

    Healthy Ageing Quiz

    If you're 50 or over, take our Healthy Ageing Quiz to find out if you're on the right track to age well.

  • Victorian falls and balance service directory

    Victorian falls and balance service directory

    The Victorian Falls and Balance Service Directory provides details of the clinics and programs operated by public hospitals and community health services in Victoria for older people who have had a fall or are at risk of falling.

  • What is the Seniors Exercise Park?

    What is the Seniors Exercise Park?

    The Seniors Exercise Park is an outdoor exercise equipment includes multiple stations specifically designed for older people to improve strength, balance, joint movements, mobility and function.

  • How to stay active at home - Exercises for older people

    How to stay active at home - Exercises for older people

    NARI's exercise videos can help older people stay active at home, particularly during times when you may not be as physically active outdoors. The exercises were developed by allied health professionals with expertise in exercise for older people.

  • Pain Management Guide (PMG) Toolkit for Aged Care, 2nd edition

    The PMG toolkit, 2nd edition is a free resource to help implement the book Pain in Residential Aged Care Facilities: Management Strategies, 2nd Edition.

  • Research participants

    Research participants

    Make a difference in the lives of older people and those who care for them by volunteering to be involved in research.

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