Hillgrove House
From every aspect, Hillgrove House is a place of peace and tranquility. Based in Bega and offering outstanding views of local mountains, it is a spacious residential aged care home, accommodating 95 residents with a focus on its many social spaces. Residents and their guests can relax in multiple lounge and sitting rooms, dining areas and gardens.
Opened in 1979, Hillgrove House has provided over 40 years of consistent and quality care. Our community of residents, staff and volunteers are all proud to share in planning our activities and services. Hillgrove House is fully compliant with Aged Care Accreditation Standards and has achieved three year’s accreditation.
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What We Offer
Healthcare
Mountain Outlook
Social Spaces
Recreation/Music
Hairdressing
- Registered nurses on duty at all times, 24 hours a day
- 24-hour on-site care and support from our friendly, professional team
- Safe and secure accommodation for residents living with dementia
- Regular visits from local doctors, physiotherapists and podiatrists
- Varied lifestyle programs directed by our qualified Diversional Therapist
- Exercise programs, massage and assisted gardening on site
- Regular visits from friendly hairdressers and nail care technicians
- Professional palliative care provides comfort, compassion and dignity to residents and their families
- Volunteers from the Community Visitors Scheme offer company to residents who wish to participate
- Church services and non-denominational pastoral care
- Spacious single and double ground-level rooms — all with garden outlooks
- Reverse-cycle air conditioning in each resident’s room
- Lounge areas featuring large-screen television sets
- Personal telephones for each resident connected through Telstra
- Productive vegetable garden cared for by residents
- Delicious meals prepared on-site by our qualified chef
- Full laundry services (on weekdays), at no additional cost
- Ample parking available for visitors
- Movie nights; games and bingo; sing-a-longs and visiting musicians; art and craft activities; and more
- Short-term respite accommodation for people with temporary care needs
From 1 July 2014, a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) applies to all residential aged care facilities (as legislated in the Commonwealth’s Living Longer Living Better program). Depending on room type, the maximum RAD at Hillgrove House ranges from $300,000 to $450,000.
Residents have several payment options to choose from:
- refundable deposit (lump sum)
- daily payment (or DAP, accruing daily and paid monthly)*
- combination of both (partial lump sum and DAP)
*The DAP is calculated on the basis of the interest rate determined by the Commonwealth, which is reviewed quarterly. The current interest rate is 8.38% pa.
| Room type | Daily payment (DAP) | Maximum RAD |
| Buckajo Wing double room w/ shared bathroom |
$68.88 | $300,000 |
| Mumbulla Wing double room w/ ensuite |
$80.36 | $350,000 |
| Buckajo Wing single room w/ shared bathroom |
$80.36 | $350,000 |
| Buckajo Wing single room w/ ensuite |
$91.84 | $400,000 |
| Springvale Wing single room w/ ensuite |
$91.84 | $400,000 |
| Mumbulla Wing single room w/ ensuite |
$97.58 | $425,000 |
| Jellat / Brogo Wing single room w/ ensuite |
$103.32 | $450,000 |
In addition to the accommodation payment, each resident pays Daily Care Fees (DCF) that are regulated by the Commonwealth Department of Social Services.
The basic DCF is 85% of the single rate the basic age pension’s single rate, indexed twice yearly in March and September. If applicable, a means-tested DCF is also payable. Means tests are carried out by Centrelink.
Prospective residents and their families are strongly encouraged to seek independent financial advice. Hillgrove House staff cannot provide financial advice.
