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01 May 2020... The Racial Discrimination Act makes it against the law to treat you unfairly because of your race, colour, descent, national or ethnic origin or immigrant status. This fact sheet explains when the law is used, what racial discrimination and racial hatred are, when the offensive behaviour is against the law and what you can do if you experience discrimination or racial hatred.

The Uluru Statement from the Heart outlines a way forward for recognising First Nations in Australia's Constitution. SBS radio - in consultation with the Uluru dialogue - is sharing the Uluru Statement from the Heart with multicultural communities by translating it into more than 60 languages, available now as a podcast and in written form.

09 Mar 2023... Victorian priority primary care centres (PPCCs) support local hospitals by providing care for people with conditions that require urgent attention but not an emergency response.

30 May 2024... This fact sheet provides information on germicidal ultraviolet (UV) lighting used in the Victorian Department of Health's clinical trial ELUCIDAR study . It explains what germicidal ultraviolet (GUV) lighting is, how it works, and how it is used safely. More information can be found at Health.Vic's page on ELUCIDAR study.  

01 Dec 2020... This fact sheet provides useful information about grief and trauma support services for those impacted by COVID-19 in the aged care sector. The services are available for residential aged care residents, home care recipients, their loved ones and aged care staff.

01 Jan 2025... The Communication Cards depict a wide range of daily activities and situations and can be used to prompt discussion, assist with directions, clarify a client’s needs and more. The Communication Cards cover themes such as: Food, Drink, Meals, Religion, Spirituality, Medical, Health Specialists, Personal Care, Sleep, TV, Recreation, Feelings, Pain and Mobility Aids.

01 Jan 2025... The Aged Care Signage will assist residents in aged care facilities in navigating their way around their home or service. Signs such as 'kitchen', 'dining room', 'keep out', 'danger', and 'this way to the garden', will help improve communication with residents and clients and minimise confusion.

31 Dec 2017... This bilingual Help Sheet discusses ways to plan ahead and organise financial and legal affairs and lists people and organisations that can help. The English version is included with the translated documents.

A film for people with all forms of dementia, their families and carers. Through the stories of three families who have been through this experience, this film discusses the importance of seeking information and support early, and introduces the many ways Alzheimer's Australia can assist.To order your free copy of the film, call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.

01 Aug 2016... Taking a break from caring, often called respite, or respite care, is important for anyone providing day to day care for someone with dementia. This help Sheet discusses the benefits of taking a break, how to organise it and who can help. The English version is included in the translated resource.