Avonlea
About
Nestled in the heart of the quiet town of Nhill, Avonlea is situated within a rich wheat growing and sheep grazing district of North West Victoria. The country town provides a nurturing environment for Avonlea, which is located in a quiet and peaceful area.
The home is based on an open plan design, with large corridors and glass that open up to a small courtyard. All areas have a homely feel, from quiet areas to common areas to congregate.
Room Options
45 beds
All rooms have ensuites.
Team Structure
Our team consists of clinical staff and specialists including registered nurses and personal care assistants available on-call, 24 hours a day. A social care team deals with activities and therapy. Team members are passionate, caring and friendly and go above and beyond to build a genuine rapport with residents.
Care Structure
We offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of services including:
- Residential aged care
- Palliative care
- Respite care
Provided Services
With attention to the complete health and wellbeing of our residents, the services we offer combine specialist care with quality of life. Beyond our standard care offerings, further services accommodate specific needs of residents.
Dedicated specialists like physiotherapists, podiatrists and optometrists are available upon request and make frequent visits. External providers offer services like hearing and musical therapy with an audiologist visiting regularly. Beauty therapists and hairdressers come in weekly and are available by appointment.
Food & Diet
A resident chef ensures that healthy and balanced meal choices are always available and of the highest standard. Meetings are regularly held with residents where feedback sheets are distributed in order to meet their individual needs.
Meals consist of traditional fare, while attempting to offer as much variety as possible. The menu is rotated seasonally and fresh food arrives throughout the week.
Activities & Excursions
Social care programs encourage and facilitate daily activities, organising a variety of games and group activities each day of the week. Residents are asked what they’d like to do at bi-monthly meetings. Organised bus trips allow residents to leave the home and go to lunch or shop as a group. Overnight trips or holidays with family members are also encouraged where possible. Residents as well as visitors are welcome to come and go as they please. Regular visits with a Registered Music Therapist are also organised for the enjoyment of our residents.
Nursing home features
- Small home (45 beds)
- Commonwealth subsidy (ACFI)
- Couples accommodation
- Secure garden
- Single rooms with ensuites
- Hairdressing salon
Types of care
- Residential aged care
- Non-dedicated respite
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