Culturally Safe, Trauma-Aware and Healing-Informed Care

Trauma doesn’t always stay in the past. For many older people, the effects of earlier experiences, such as war, loss, abuse, discrimination or institutionalisation, can re-emerge later in life, affecting how they feel and receive care. In this Training Module, you’ll explore what it means to provide trauma-aware, culturally safe and healing-informed care. This includes understanding the impact of trauma on wellbeing, recognising the critical role of cultural safety and person-centred care in trauma-informed practice, identifying signs of distress, and applying practical strategies that foster safety, trust and empowerment in everyday aged care settings.

Healthcare professionals, healthcare workers and ancillary staff working with older adults.