Dorset Lodge Aged Care Supported Residential Services (SRS)

Dorset Lodge, operated by a family-owned provider, provides residential aged care in Croydon, VIC, offering a range of low-care living and care options including respite, convalescence, and permanent residency. The facility is registered with the Department of Health, Victoria, and operates under a philosophy of providing care as if for one's own family.

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Visiting hoursMonday, Open 24 hours; Tuesday, Open 24 hours; Wednesday, Open 24 hours; Thursday, Open 24 hours; Friday, Open 24 hours; Saturday, Open 24 hours; Sunday, Open 24 hours;

Ratings and quality

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Google rating4.00
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Care services and capabilities

Dementia care
Respite care1
Palliative care
24/7 nursing
Secure unit
Couples rooms

Care Services at Dorset Lodge Aged Care Supported Residential Services (SRS)

Dorset Lodge offers 24/7 nursing care and access to allied health professionals. The facility is equipped to handle various care needs and provides specialised care units as required.

Accommodation & Amenities

Residents have access to a range of recreational programmes and amenities, including communal areas for socializing, a vegetable patch for gardening, and outdoor spaces for relaxation.

Daily life

Residents at Dorset Lodge engage in a variety of social and physical activities designed to promote well-being and comfort. The facility encourages family involvement and supports a home-like environment where residents can feel secure and cared for.

Meals and dining

Dorset Lodge provides meals that cater to nutritional needs and preferences, with a dining environment that supports a comfortable and familiar atmosphere. Nutritional oversight ensures that dietary requirements are met.

Accommodation

The spacious rooms at Dorset Lodge feature fully equipped modern en-suites, individually controlled heating, emergency call buttons, and provisions for televisions and telephones. Rooms are designed to be comfortable and secure, with personal touches encouraged. The cost of a room here can be paid as a lump sum (RAD), a daily fee (DAP), or a combination. We recommend contacting the provider to confirm exact current costs.

Team

The staff at Dorset Lodge are qualified and undergo regular training to ensure they are well-equipped to provide quality care. They are inducted into the facility's philosophy and are encouraged to integrate into the lives of residents, supporting a family-like environment.

Pricing and payment overview

A residential aged care room may be paid for using a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD), a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP), or a combination of both. Other fees can include the basic daily fee and means-tested contributions.

Actual aged care costs depend on assessment, room type, funding arrangements and current provider pricing. Contact the provider or My Aged Care for current pricing information.

How to apply

  1. Contact My Aged Care to discuss an ACAT assessment.
  2. Contact the home to ask about suitability and availability.
  3. Arrange a tour.
  4. Confirm room availability, current costs and next steps.

You can contact the home before approval to ask questions, arrange a tour and understand whether it may suit your parent.

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