Explore a range of assistive technology (AT) resources to support wellness and reablement outcomes in aged care. Use the table od contents below to review templates, guides, and other functional tools relevant to your needs.
Assistive technology (AT) templates
Access step-by-step templates for recording and reviewing low-risk and under advice AT needs, supporting reablement and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards:
Low-risk assistive technology (AT) for everyday living
Discover actionable, easy-to-follow guidance on selecting and recommending low-risk AT for a wide range of everyday activities:
First Nations perspectives on assistive technology (AT)
These resources have been co-designed with First Nations communities to ensure assistive devices honour cultural perspectives and practices.
They aim to bridge gaps in mainstream services and empower First Nations Elders, families, and community-controlled organisations to access culturally appropriate solutions that support independence, connection, and healthy ageing.
LiveUp Better Practice Guide
This guide helps recentre First Nations perspectives on AT, aiming to improve how the mainstream sector designs and delivers information about low-risk and under-advice assistive devices to older First Nations people.
Everyday tools to help Mob
These free resources were co-designed to support First Nations peoples, their families, and community-controlled organisations in learning about low-risk assistive devices designed to make tasks easier, promoting healthy ageing for all.
First Nations perspectives on AT/HM
This Community Listening Report highlights First Nations perspectives on AT and home modification (HM) services, providing recommendations for policymakers and practitioners.
AT essentials guide
Gain valuable knowledge on assistive technology (AT) and its role in wellness and reablement with the two-part AT Essentials Guide.
Part 1 offers practical advice for CHSP providers on using low-risk AT without professional input, while Part 2 provides detailed guidance on a range of AT products—from low to high risk—including descriptions, considerations, and fitting instructions to support everyday independence.
Read Assistive Technology Essentials (Part Two) here.
You can download the PDF by clicking here or on the graphic.
Support worker tip sheets
Designed for support workers, these easy-to-use tip sheets focus on available low-level assistive technologies (AT), why they might benefit clients, and how to use them effectively.
Maximising independence with dressing (Tip sheet 1)
Teach your client how to use a dressing stick.
Maximising independence with dressing (Tip sheet 2)
Teach your client how to use a button hook.
Maximising independence in the bathroom (Tip sheet 1)
Teach your client how to use a long-handled sponge and toe washer.
Maximising independence in the bathroom (Tip sheet 2)
Teach your client how to use a long-handled lotion applicator and toenail scissors.