An 'equity' domain could strengthen the utility of a framework for assessing care coordination for Australian Aboriginal families

Abstract

Improving the health of Aboriginal people is a national priority and improving coordination of services for Aboriginal families is critical to achieving this goal. A care coordination framework has been developed from a limited range of clinical settings. We reflect on the utility of this framework for assessing service coordination for Aboriginal families in Australia. We conducted stakeholder consultation, service mapping and in-depth interviews with service providers and an Aboriginal mother, using a tool based on the framework domains. A fragmented range of services support Aboriginal families with complex and changing needs, highlighting the importance of care coordination. Relationship..