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Low-Needs Care Nursing Homes In Warragul

Gracevale Lodge is a low-needs care nursing home for people in their 20's onwards with low-level physical, mobility or intellectual disabilities or mental health disorders and those who are aged or frail and can no longer live at home, and seek high quality care, support and companionship so they can continue to enjoy their interests and independence while living among friends in a secure, comfortable and nurturing communal home. We provide permanent, short-term and respite care in single, twin and deluxe double rooms, and offer a flexible range of private, shared and community bathroom options to suit all budgets.

A welcoming environment at Gracevale Lodge

As a mid-sized low-needs care nursing home, Gracevale Lodge maintains a good mix of residents who get on well with each other, and treat each other with respect and dignity. We are large enough to provide a wide variety of social and recreational activities and programs, yet small enough to provide high quality personalised care and support for each individual resident, and for our residents and staff to get to know each other. This makes Gracevale Lodge a happy, inclusive and caring home for our residents.

As a low-needs care nursing home, we don't require a formal aged care assessment and you don't have to pay any upfront fees or accommodation bond, so with minimal 'red tape', we can accept you into Gracevale Lodge on approved application as soon as suitable accommodation becomes available.

Talk to us about your needs, and let us help your loved ones enjoy personalised 24-hour care and support while maintaining their quality of life, personal interests and independence in a supportive and affordable low-needs care nursing home.

Dedicated resident garden spaces at Gracevale Lodge

Low-needs care nursing home FAQs

What Is a Low-Needs Care Nursing Home?

A low-needs care nursing home is a privately-funded communal home that provides accommodation and care for elderly and disabled people with low-level support needs. Gracevale Lodge offers high quality affordable permanent and short-term residential care and support for people in their 20's onwards with low-level physical, mobility or intellectual disabilities or mental health disorders and those who are aged or frail and can no longer live at home, and seek high quality care, support and companionship so they can continue to enjoy their interests and independence while living among friends in a secure, comfortable and nurturing communal home. Our trained staff are experienced in providing 24-hour personalised care and support for our residents including secure medicine management, help with daily personal hygiene and grooming routines and mobility assistance. We also provide nutritious well-balanced meals, full laundry services and a wide variety of programs and activities such as regular low impact exercise programs, music therapy, art and craft opportunities and regular visiting entertainment to help our residents maintain their physical, social and mental health and wellbeing and their independence and community connections. As a low-needs care nursing home, Gracevale Lodge charges a fortnightly all-inclusive nursing home fee which covers accommodation, meals, laundry, servicing of rooms, use of communal facilities, all specialised care and support services, and all social programs and activities provided at Gracevale Lodge. We don't require any upfront fees or accommodation bond, and the resident fee doesn't depend on any income or asset calculation or ACAS assessment so we can accept residents, on approved application, as soon as suitable accommodation becomes available. All residents are eligible for government rental assistance.

What Care and Services Are Provided At a Low-Needs Care Nursing Home?

A low-needs care nursing home provides accommodation and care for elderly, frail and disabled people with low-level support needs. Our trained staff are experienced in providing 24-hour personalised care and support for our residents including secure medicine management, help with daily personal hygiene and grooming routines and mobility assistance. We also provide nutritious well-balanced meals, full laundry services and a wide variety of programs and activities including regular low impact exercise programs, music therapy, art and craft opportunities and regular visiting entertainment to help our residents maintain their physical, social and mental health and wellbeing.

When Should You Consider a Low-Needs Care Nursing Home?

Identifying when you should consider a low-needs care nursing home can be challenging. A low-needs care nursing home is a privately-funded communal home that provides accommodation and care for elderly and disabled people with low-level support needs. As a low-needs care nursing home, Gracevale Lodge offers high quality affordable permanent and short-term residential care and support for people in their 20's onwards with low-level physical, mobility or intellectual disabilities or mental health disorders and those who are aged or frail and can no longer live at home, and seek high quality care, support and companionship so they can continue to enjoy their interests and independence while living among friends in a secure, comfortable and nurturing communal home. Our trained staff are experienced in providing 24-hour personalised care and support for our residents including secure medicine management, help with daily personal hygiene and grooming routines and mobility assistance. We also provide nutritious well-balanced meals, full laundry services and a wide variety of programs and activities such as regular low impact exercise programs, music therapy, art and craft opportunities and regular visiting entertainment to help our residents maintain their physical, social and mental health and wellbeing and their independence and community connections. Gracevale Lodge charges a fortnightly all-inclusive nursing home fee which covers accommodation, meals, laundry, servicing of rooms, use of communal facilities, all specialised care and support services, and all social programs and activities provided at Gracevale Lodge. We invite you to talk to us about your circumstances, so we can help you determine if a low-needs care nursing home is appropriate for your needs.

What Recreational and Private Spaces Are Available at Gracevale Lodge?

At Gracevale Lodge, each resident has their own spacious private fully-furnished room with a pleasant leafy outlook onto the beautiful landscaped Gracevale Lodge gardens. We offer single, twin share and double-sized bedrooms, with a range of bathroom options to suit all preferences and budgets. Each bedroom has a bed, armchair, bedroom furniture, built in wardrobe and shelving. Our recreational and communal living areas include a large indoor lounge, TV, library and quiet sitting areas, a spacious dining area and beautiful landscaped gardens with plenty of outdoor seating. We also have dedicated resident gardens and vegetable garden boxes for our residents enjoyment. Gracevale Lodge is also an easy stroll or bus trip to the Warragul town centre with shops, cafés, galleries, markets, churches and parks.

What Safety Measures Are in Place at Gracevale Lodge?

At Gracevale Lodge, the safety and security of our residents is paramount. Our residents receive 24-hour personalised care, support and supervision, with a nurse call bell in every bedroom and bathroom and in each of the communal and recreational areas. Our staff keep a close eye on the physical, social and mental health and wellbeing of each of our residents to ensure they are always safe, healthy and happy at Gracevale Lodge.

How Much Does It Cost for a Low-Needs Care Nursing Home?

At Gracevale Lodge, our residents pay an all-inclusive resident fee each fortnight which covers accommodation, meals, laundry, servicing of rooms, use of communal facilities, all specialised care and support services, and all social programs and activities provided at Gracevale Lodge. We don't require any upfront fees or accommodation bond, and the resident fee doesn't depend on any income or asset calculation or ACAS assessment so we can accept residents, on approved application, as soon as suitable accommodation becomes available. All residents are eligible for government rental assistance.

What if I Only Need Low-Needs Care Nursing Home Care for a Short Time?

As a low-needs care nursing home, Gracevale Lodge offers affordable short-term respite and convalescence care as well as permanent care. Our nutritional, physical and social programs are inclusive and designed to cater for the personalised needs and interests of all of our residents, so we can ensure that each of our residents feel welcome and included in our Gracevale Lodge community. We invite you to talk to us about your circumstances, so we can help you determine if our low-needs care nursing home services are appropriate for your needs.

How Big Are the Bedrooms?

At Gracevale Lodge, each of our bedrooms are comfortable, private, spacious and fully-furnished room, with a pleasant leafy outlook onto our beautiful landscaped gardens. We offer single, twin share and double-sized bedrooms with a range of private ensuite, twin share and communal bathrooms to suit all preferences and budgets. All bedrooms have a bed, armchair, bedroom furniture, built in wardrobe and shelving and we provide full quality bed linen, towels and laundry services.

Can Couples Live Together?

Yes absolutely! We have special double-sized rooms to accommodate couples. At Gracevale Lodge, each of our bedrooms are comfortable, private, spacious and fully-furnished, with a pleasant leafy outlook onto the beautiful landscaped Gracevale Lodge gardens. All bedrooms have a bed, armchair, bedroom furniture, built in wardrobe and shelving and we provide full quality bed linen, towels and laundry services. We invite you to take a tour of Gracevale Lodge to see our couples rooms.

Are Pets Allowed?

As we need to look after the health, safety and comfort of all of our residents, we don't permit cats or dogs as pets at Gracevale Lodge. If you have a very small pet that can be kept in an aquarium or cage in your bedroom, we may be able to accommodate your pet at Gracevale Lodge.

What Are the Visiting Hours & When Can My Family Visit?

Visitors and family are always welcome at Gracevale Lodge between 8am to 8pm each day. There are plenty of quiet indoor and outdoor sitting areas where our residents can enjoy time with their guests. Our residents' guests are also always welcome to join us for a meal.

Ready to find out more?

Contact us today for an information pack about Gracevale Lodge, or book a tour to see our home for yourself.