Barry Fenton Centre mecwacare

Barry Fenton Centre, operated by mecwacare, provides residential aged care in Malvern East, VIC, offering social group programmes, strength training, podiatry, day trips, activities for people with an acquired brain injury, and a carers’ support group.

Quick facts

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Visiting hoursWednesday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Thursday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Saturday, Closed; Sunday, Closed; Monday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tuesday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm;

Ratings and quality

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Google reviews

Google rating5.00
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Care services and capabilities

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

Care Services at Barry Fenton Centre mecwacare

The facility provides 24/7 nursing care and access to allied health professionals. Specialised care units and programmes are available for individuals with acquired brain injuries.

Accommodation & Amenities

Recreational programmes include the Monday Music Programme, Monday Mixed Social Programme, Tuesday Day Trip Programme, Wednesday Happy Achievers Programme, and Thursday Go-Getters Programme. These programmes offer a range of activities such as gentle exercises, musical entertainment, art and craft, guest speakers, games, and socialisation.

Daily life

Residents engage in a variety of programmes including social group activities, strength training, and day trips. The centre also offers specific programmes for individuals with acquired brain injuries and carers' support groups.

Meals and dining

Details on meal provision, nutritional oversight, and dining environment are not currently published by the provider.

Accommodation

Details on room configurations, en-suite facilities, and climate control are not currently published by the provider. 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

Staffing model details are not currently published by the provider.

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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