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Silver Rainbow aims to build the capacity of aged care services to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) older people.

The program provides coaching, coaching, training and tailored support to aged care organisations to adopt inclusive policies and practices.

Silver Rainbow is designed for the aged care workforce, to increase their awareness and understanding of the needs of LGBTI older people and build capability to provide sensitive, trauma-informed and quality care. Silver Rainbow resources can help aged care services to meet the requirements of the Aged Care Act, Quality Standards and Statement of Rights and improve the experiences of LGBTI older people as they age and enter the Australian aged care system.

 

Your role in aged care

Training, tips and resources to support LGBTI older people in aged care:

Direct Carers and Clinical Staff

This includes support workers, home care workers, clinical/practice leads and allied health professionals. Role overview Carers and clinical staff are the frontline of aged care. You build trust, deliver personal and clinical...
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Managers and Team Leaders

Role overview Facility managers, HR professionals, and team leaders shape workplace culture, recruitment, and policy. Your leadership drives systemic inclusion. Why LGBTI inclusion matters Inclusive aged care — beyond compliance. Embedding LGBTI...
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Executives and Governing Body Members

Role overview You shape strategic direction, governance, and risk frameworks. Your decisions influence service equity and accountability. Why LGBTI inclusion matters Embedding LGBTI inclusion at governance level ensures sustainability, ethical leadership and...
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Allies and Champions

This is recommended for volunteers, advocates and community connectors. Role overview You promote inclusion, challenge stigma, and build bridges between services and communities. Why LGBTI inclusion matters Your advocacy helps aged care services...
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