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A nursing home (also called a residential aged care facility) provides 24/7 care for people who need daily assistance with health, mobility or personal needs. A retirement village in the ACT is more independent living — residents live in their own unit or villa but have access to shared facilities and community support. Retirement villages suit older adults who are mostly independent, while nursing homes are designed for those requiring higher levels of ongoing care.

The easiest way to find residential aged care homes in Canberra is to use our directory to browse by suburb. You can also search directly for providers in your area, such as Deakin, Belconnen, or Tuggeranong. Each listing includes key details like services offered, room types, and contact information. Families may also use the Australian Government’s My Aged Care service to check eligibility and funding options, then compare facilities using our suburb-based search.

Yes, Canberra’s major regions — Belconnen, Tuggeranong and Gungahlin — all have a mix of aged care services. These include residential aged care homes, home support providers, and retirement living options. Facilities vary in size and services, so it’s worth comparing suburbs to see which is closest and best suited to your needs. Our directory allows you to select each suburb to view available providers, accommodation options, and care levels offered in those areas.

In the ACT, older adults can access several types of aged care accommodation. These include residential aged care homes (nursing homes) for people needing ongoing medical and personal support, retirement villages for those seeking independent living with access to community facilities, and assisted living or supported accommodation for residents needing some daily help but not full-time nursing care. This range of options allows families to choose the right level of support, whether in central Canberra or surrounding suburbs.