Bupa Aged Care Cairns

Bupa Aged Care Cairns, operated by Bupa, provides residential aged care in Mooroobool, QLD, offering a range of care services including respite, dementia, and palliative care. The facility features a secure dementia support community and participates in the Maggie Beer Foundation's Trainer Mentor Programme to enhance the dining experience.

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Visiting hoursThursday, Open 24 hours; Friday, Open 24 hours; Saturday, Open 24 hours; Sunday, Open 24 hours; Monday, Open 24 hours; Tuesday, Open 24 hours; Wednesday, Open 24 hours;

Ratings and quality

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Google reviews

Google rating4.00
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Care services and capabilities

Dementia care1
Respite care1
Palliative care1
24/7 nursing
Secure unit1
Couples rooms

Care Services at Bupa Aged Care Cairns

Bupa Aged Care Cairns provides 24/7 nursing care, respite short-stay care, dementia care, palliative and end-of-life care, and personalised care plans. The facility includes a Wellness Hub with a Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Leader to connect residents with healthcare professionals.

Accommodation & Amenities

Facility amenities include an arts and crafts room, BBQ area, chapel, children's play area, computer area, courtyard areas, games room, GP consulting room, hair salon, landscaped gardens, library, on-site kitchen and laundry, outdoor terraces, and a private dining room. The facility is pet-friendly and offers visitors parking.

Daily life

Residents at Bupa Aged Care Cairns can engage in various activities and programmes, including cultural and spiritual activities, cognitive activities, exercise sessions, community events, in-home entertainment, and movies. Special intergenerational programmes are also available to foster connections across generations.

Meals and dining

The dining programme at Bupa Aged Care Cairns includes meals prepared by chefs participating in the Maggie Beer Foundation's Trainer Mentor Programme, ensuring a focus on nutrition and dining experience. The facility offers a private dining room and a library for residents.

Accommodation

Bupa Aged Care Cairns offers three types of rooms: Premium, Superior, and Classic. Premium rooms are 24 sqm with a balcony or veranda, an adjustable bed, and an ensuite bathroom. Superior and Classic rooms are 18 sqm, featuring an adjustable bed, air conditioning, and an ensuite bathroom. All rooms have a 24-hour nurse call system. Aged care accommodation fees fluctuate depending on government means-testing and specific room type. Reach out to the facility directly to discuss current RAD and DAP rates.

Team

The staffing model at Bupa Aged Care Cairns includes a registered nurse available 24/7, along with a team of healthcare professionals connected through the Wellness Hub. The lifestyle team organises a range of activities and programmes for residents.

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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