Residential Aged Care

At Catholic Healthcare, what matters to you matters to us. As a resident, you’ll feel truly seen, heard, and known — supported by a team that’s not only experienced in aged care but deeply committed to helping you live with dignity, connection, and purpose. 

We focus on the small things that make a big difference — like knowing how you take your tea, offering meals freshly prepared in our kitchens every day, and ensuring your laundry is lovingly cared for on site.  

Our chefs even partner with the Maggie Beer Foundation to elevate your dining experience, and you may be invited to taste test new seasonal menus. In many of our homes, you will also appreciate the convenience of having allied health professionals, hairdressers, and even cafes right where you live. 

2,757 residential aged care residents

41 residential aged care homes

92% residents feel heard

 

 

Our Services

Palliative Care

Palliative care

Palliative care focuses on improving quality of life for people living with a life-limiting illness. It’s not just about managing symptoms — it’s about ensuring every person feels supported, heard, and cared for in a way that honours their values, beliefs, and choices.

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Pastoral Care

Pastoral care

Pastoral care is a fundamental aspect of ministry in the Catholic Tradition. Our team of professional and inclusive Pastoral Care Coordinators provide spiritual care on life's journey regardless of background, faith or belief system. We offer it individually and in groups.

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Permanent Care

Permanent care

Permanent care refers to long-term residential care for seniors who need ongoing, high-level support with aspects of daily life, including personal care, medication management, and access to health services. We offer personalised, flexible care plans, aimed at enriching your health and wellbeing.

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Dementia Care

Dementia care

We provide personalised lifestyle plans designed to support both individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. Our purpose-built dementia care environments offer a safe, homely and comforting setting, thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of each person.

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Respite Care

Respite care

Respite care, also known as short-term care, offers carers a well- deserved break while your loved one enjoys quality care provided by our highly trained and friendly team. We offer a range of flexible respite care to suit your needs.

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Enhanced Services

Enhanced services

Designed to provide extra support, comfort, choice, and control. These include social outings, wellbeing programs, additional in-room extras, and dining and beverage options. Available to purchase once you become a resident, our enhanced services are optional and customisable.  To find out more, speak with our friendly team. 

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Aged Care Fees & Subsidies

Understanding the cost of Residential Aged Care can be confusing, which is why we’ve created some easy-to-follow resources to guide you.

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Fees and calculator

 

Dove Plus services 

Our Dove Plus service goes above and beyond our already high level of accommodation and quality care. You can enjoy gentle exercise, high teas, entertainment, weekly happy hour, and greater menu choices. The service offering at each Home varies and is priced accordingly. 

True to our Mission, Catholic Healthcare is proud to provide care and accommodation to those who may need financial support. Speak to a member of our Customer Relations Team on 1800 225 474 to find out how we can offer assistance. 

 

 

 

Wellbeing and leisure

At Catholic Healthcare, we believe wellbeing is about more than physical care — it’s about connection, purpose, and joy. 

Our lifestyle programs are designed to support your emotional wellbeing and help you stay engaged in a vibrant, inclusive community. Whether you enjoy socialising in a group or prefer quieter individual activities, we’ll help you spend your time in ways that are meaningful to you. 

 

Our Foundations Program

All our homes offer the Foundations Program — a collection of enriching experiences that enhance comfort, creativity, and connection in daily life. 

  • Hummingbirds: A music and movement program designed for all mobility levels, with light exercises that keep residents active, engaged, and having fun.
  • Engage volunteer program: Stay connected through visits from our trained volunteers, who offer companionship and support aligned with national standards.
  • Playgroup NSW intergenerational visits: This intergenerational program connects residents with young children to share stories and build joyful memories.
  • Therapeutic comfort care: A holistic, non-medicated palliative care approach that honours comfort, dignity, and emotional wellbeing in the final stages of life.
  • Thrive with dementia – offered in Memory Support Units as the specialised equivalent of our Foundations program and including carer involvement.

Together, these programs support your mind, body, and spirit — helping you feel truly at home. 

Simple steps to get started

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Step 1: Register with My Aged Care

Firstly, give us a call on 1800 225 474 if you haven’t already registered with myagedcare.gov.au, we will assist you. We’ll also walk you through your options and provide helpful forms and documents. Once registered, a member from My Aged Care will then visit you to assess your eligibility and needs. Read our tips to prepare for this assessment.

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Step 2: Come in for a visit

Our friendly team will arrange a tour of our Homes so you can experience what we can offer.

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Step 3: Choose your new home

If you want to move forward and have chatted with your legal and financial advisors, please send in your application documents.

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Step 4: Settle into your new home

We can’t wait to welcome you and will arrange a suitable moving in date. We look forward to helping you settle in and caring for you in your new home.

Watch our helpful video for more information about the steps you should take when deciding to move into a residential home.

 

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What can you expect when you move into a Catholic Healthcare residential home?

We understand that adjusting to living in a residential aged care home can signify a major change in lifestyle and so it is important to have time to adjust to this change. This will likely impact you’re your family and loved ones. Catholic Healthcare understands this and will be here every step of the way. 

 
 



 

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I’m so grateful for the care I’ve received here. The team listens and supports me every day, and I feel truly at home. It’s not just about care – it’s about kindness, respect, and feeling part of a community.

Evelyn, Resident at Holy Spirit Casula

 

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I love it here. The staff are so caring and always make me feel comfortable. I moved from another home, and this feels more like family. It’s a place where I feel truly seen and cared for."

George, Resident at Catholic Healthcare

 

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Choosing McQuoin Park residential home for Dad was the best decision we made. The staff genuinely care, and the community feels warm and welcoming. Dad feels safe and engaged, and we feel reassured knowing he’s in such good hands.

Michael, Son of a Resident at McQuoin Park (Wahroonga)

Frequently asked questions

  • Sometimes, even with help, it’s no longer possible to remain living at home. If you and your family are looking for peace of mind,  residential aged care could be the ideal solution with round the clock nursing and support within a managed care home. 

    Alternatively, you may wish to use residential aged care for respite care, a short term form of care (usually when existing family carers need a break or to experience what a particular care home is like on a trial basis before deciding to permanently move in).

  • Most senior Australians who choose to move into a residential aged care home will do so using a government subsidy to assist with the cost of aged care. In order to access a subsidy, assessment of your care needs must first be done by My Aged Care. 

    You may be eligible for an assessment if you have:

    • Registered with My Aged Care (visit myagedcare.gov.au) 
    • noticed a change in what you can do or remember
    • been diagnosed with a medical condition or reduced mobility
    • experienced a change in family care arrangements, or
    • experienced a recent fall or hospital admission.

    Please click here to read more.

  • The cost of aged care is different for every individual and is determined by the Australian Government based on your financial situation -please see their handy fee estimator calculator at https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/how-much-will-i-pay.


    You'll find there are three different types of fees and charges that may apply when moving into any aged care home as follows:

    • Basic Daily Care Fee - This is the standard charge for every resident in aged care set by the Australian Government and is calculated at 85% of your single Centrelink pension. This fee covers costs for meals, laundry and utilities.
    • Accommodation Payment - All residents who the Commonwealth Government determines to be non-supported will pay an Accommodation Payment. There are four options for paying the Accommodation Payment; Refundable Accommodation Deposit, Daily Accommodation Payment, a Combination Payment and a Drawdown Payment.
    • Means Tested Fee - This is a contribution towards the cost of your care. This fee is determined by Centrelink or DVA and may not be applicable to you.

    How much you pay depends on your financial situation, which is assessed by Centrelink and is based on your income and assets.

    • Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) - A lump-sum payment option if you are required to pay for your accommodation in full. This is refunded when the resident leaves the aged care home.
    • Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) - A recurring rental type payment option to be paid in increments if you are required to pay for your accommodation in full.
    • Combination Payment - A payment option consisting of a part RAD payment supplemented with a Daily Accommodation Payment.

  • There are a wide range of services covered by the above-mentioned charges, including (but not limited to) care, accommodation, room furnishing, electricity, water, cleaning, general laundry, meals and refreshments.

Let’s embrace ageing, your way

Get in touch today to discuss your needs or start building a care plan that supports your goals.

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