First Nations resources
Culturally grounded resources to support independence, connection, and healthy ageing.
Explore First Nations resources
LiveUp offers a range of wellbeing tools created with Mob, for Mob. Discover resources that support your independence, connection, and strong ageing on Country and in community. From simple daily checkins to practical tools that make life easier, these guides help you stay confident, capable, and connected as your needs change over time.
Yarn, move, do resource
Pause, reflect, and check in with your wellbeing through simple, culturally grounded prompts.
Everyday tools to help Mob guide
Discover easy, low risk tools that make life simpler and keep you doing the things you love.
Assistive products guide in language
Practical tips and products information available in First Nations languages.
Stories of ageing, strength, and community
These stories share the voices and experiences of First Nations people as they talk about what ageing means to them; the challenges, wisdom, humour, and deep strength that comes from Culture, Country, and Community. Each story offers a different way of seeing this stage of life, reminding us that ageing is not just about change, but about resilience, connection, and continuing to grow in our own way.
Staying strong yarns
In collaboration with Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Services, this men’s group yarn about staying strong and putting assistive products to the test. Watch the videos to hear them share what works for them.
Healthy ageing yarns
Filmed in partnership with Campfire x, the Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation women’s group tries out different assistive products and reflects on what supports their wellbeing.
Barbara McGrady
Professional photographer Barbara McGrady shares how she manages her health condition while continuing her work, showing that ageing is an accumulation of strength, skill, and wisdom.
Lionel and Janice
Lionel and Janice show how supporting each other, sharing independence, and adapting together helps them stay strong and keep living well at home.
Joy and Christine
Joy and Christine show how staying connected to routine, family, and simple everyday tools helps them stay active, independent, and living life on their own terms.
Research
Strengthening culturally safe ageing
LiveUp’s work is grounded in listening to you and your community. Your voices and lived experiences are helping shape better ageing support for Mob. Together, these research pieces highlight what supports some older First Nations people to stay strong, independent, and connected.
- Better Practice Guide for Culturally Safe Information About Assistive Products
- Culturally Safe Assistive Technology and Home Modifications Provision in Australia
- First Nations Community Listening Report
If you want to get involved in research or consultations, contact the Community Engagement team on communities@liveup.org.au
How we can support you
LiveUp can support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, older people, and their families with:
- Presentations about LiveUp, low-risk assistive products and other strategies to live well
- Providing online and print resources, like exercise sheets
- Events and exhibitor booths
Contact the Community Engagement team on communities@liveup.org.au or call 1800 951 971.
You can also connect with other trusted support networks
- Learn more about Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations (ACCOs)
- Learn how to book an appointment with an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSOs)
- Learn more about the Elder Care Support program and use this interactive map to find current providers
- Find more information and resources to support quality, culturally appropriate, and safe aged care through the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.
These services are here to walk with you, every step of the way, to ensure you get the care and support you deserve.
