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Growing older should not mean leaving your culture, traditions or sense of belonging behind. For older people from multicultural communities, receiving care that understands and respects their cultural background can make an important difference to their wellbeing and everyday experiences. Why AfCAS Matters: Supporting culturally appropriate aged care that promotes respect, inclusion, connection and a sense of belonging for older people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Why

Sometimes making a difference doesn't begin with money. It begins with showing up. A conversation. A familiar voice. Someone willing to listen. These things may appear small, but connection can be meaningful for an older person. For culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) older Australians, feeling understood can also involve having their language, culture and experiences recognised. More Than Volunteering Volunteering is not simply about giving away time. It can also me

What happens when an older person does not feel understood by the service designed to support them? Australia is one of the world’s most culturally diverse countries, and this diversity is increasingly important as the population ages. Older Australians come from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, with unique languages, traditions, beliefs, dietary preferences, family structures and life experiences. Providing meaningful support requires recognising and respecting