LiveUp
Find guides and suggestions for your healthy ageing journey, including tailored activities, assistive products, social connections and more.
iLA Australia
Empowering people and communities to live and age well
iLA (Independent Living Assessment) is an Australian for-purpose organisation that supports older Australians, people with disability, and service providers through a range of initiatives, including trusted healthy ageing information and aged care assessment services.
Fitness for all - Free video exercise classes
These free online resources help you build strength and balance through guided classes and exercises you can follow at your own pace.
National Healthy Ageing Day
Bringing communities and organisations together to support healthier, more connected ageing for all Australians
Changing the way we think about ageing
iLA is committed to challenging misconceptions surrounding getting older through the delivery of innovative digital-tools, aged care assessments, and leading research based on the principles of healthy ageing.
Every ageing journey is different. That's why iLA delivers a range of healthy ageing initiatives, aged care assessment services, and trusted resources that help older Australians stay independent and informed. Through practical guidance and personalised support, we empower people to maintain their wellbeing, remain connected to their communities, and age with confidence.
Single Assessment System
iLA delivers Aged Care Assessments (ACA) and Residential Aged Care (RAC) Funding Assessments as part of the Single Assessment System (SAS).
The flexible new system will provide a single assessment pathway that can quickly adapt to a person’s changing needs, including:
- Aged Care Assessments (ACA), which include Home Support Assessments and Comprehensive Assessments, and
- Residential Aged Care (RAC) Funding Assessments, which involve assessments to inform funding under the Australian National Aged Care Classification (AN-ACC) model.
Our impact
Across all services iLA drives change for people living in Australia and the sectors that support them.
Data shown below is taken from FY25-26 and incorporates all iLA's services and initiatives.
Total users
Resource downloads
SAS assessments delivered
SAS client satisfaction score
Let's work together
In delivering services and undertaking research, we partner with governments, not-for-profits, academic institutions, and communities.
As one of only three non-government organisations included in the federal government’s Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy: Opens in new window, iLA is recognised as a leader in developing scalable, forward-thinking solutions that promote independence.
We're always looking for opportunities to collaborate with like-minded organisations.
Frequently asked questions
What does iLA do?
iLA (Independent Living Assessment) is an Australian for-purpose organisation that helps people live and age well. We provide trusted healthy ageing information, assistive technology guidance, aged care assessments, and programs that support independence, wellbeing, and informed decision-making. We also work with aged care and disability organisations to strengthen sector capability through evidence-based resources and services.
Who can use iLA’s services?
iLA services are available to older Australians, people with disability, carers, families, health professionals, aged care providers, community organisations, and anyone seeking trusted information to support healthy ageing, independence, or access to care and support services.
Is iLA government funded?
iLA is a not-for-profit, for-purpose organisation that works with Australian Government departments and other partners to deliver national services that support people to live and age well. These services, including LiveUp, Keep Able, AT Chat, and aged care assessments, are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
What is healthy ageing?
Healthy ageing is about living well, not just living longer. It’s about making everyday choices to stay strong, engaged, and connected to the people and passions that are most important as we get older. It starts with the foundations of staying active, staying connected, and using assistive technology to support independence and wellbeing.
What is an aged care assessment?
An aged care assessment helps determine a person's care needs and identifies the government-funded aged care services they may be eligible to receive. Assessments are designed to understand an individual's circumstances and connect them with the most appropriate support as their needs change.
How is iLA different from an aged care provider?
iLA is not an aged care provider, but we do deliver Aged Care Assessments and Residential Aged Care Funding Assessments. Because we do not provide care services, we can offer independent and impartial information, guidance, and programs that help people understand their options and make informed decisions about ageing, independence, disability support, and access to care.