Cooinda has been an important community asset for Lithgow since 1968. The home has seen various additions and upgrades over the past 50 years and the recent addition of a brand new 36 bed wing signals the exciting next stage of development for Cooinda.Overview
Cooinda opened its doors in 1968 as a 25 bed hostel called Cooinda Aged People’s Homes. Nearby Tanderra was officially opened in March 1991 and the 40 bed facility was soon at capacity. Eight beds were added in 2001 bringing the total to 48 care beds.
Cooinda underwent a major re-fit in 2004 adding ensuites to all rooms and two new wings of 12 beds each. In 2019 building began on Stage 1 of the new development with the new lodge to accommodate 36 new ensuite rooms with state of the art facilities.
Room Options
84 Rooms, all single with private ensuites.
12 bed secure dementia wing.
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 leisure and lifestyle officer arranges activities and therapy. Team members are passionate, caring and friendly and go above and beyond to build a genuine rapport with residents and their family members.
Care Structure
We offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of services including:
Residential aged care Palliative care Respite care Secure Dementia 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 dietitians, podiatrists and speech therapists make frequent visits, along with physiotherapists for mobility and pain management. We also have a visiting dental service and hearing specialists that come to the facility as required.
Food & Diet
Healthy and balanced meal choices are always available and prepared fresh on-site. Meals can also be tailored to fit any dietary requirements.
Activities & Excursions
Entertainment is coordinated by the leisure and lifestyle officer who looks after events and activities that are planned over a social calendar.
Where Enjoying Life Matters
Hardi Aged Care Penrith is set on the banks of the Nepean River at the base of the scenic Blue Mountains. With a choice of outdoor areas, courtyards and intimate sitting areas, residents can easily catch up with families and friends. Whether you prefer privacy or enjoy the company of others, our single and companion rooms let you make yourself at home.
Our residents gain enjoyment from our lifestyle program that includes bingo, art therapy, pet theory and many more activities, our highly qualified team appreciate that each resident has different needs and preferences and offer both times for interaction as well as independence and individuality.
Hardi Aged Care Penrith is in walking distance to Panthers Leagues Club and its many entertainment precincts, Penrith Paceway and Penrith Markets. I t is also in close proximity to Westfield and Centro Shopping Centres and the Joan Sutherland Arts Centre. The Penrith railway, bus, and taxi terminals are close by and there is a free courtesy bus service that runs on a regular timetable passing the home several times every day.
An easy-to-access layout, with rooms conveniently located on the ground floor with twin and single configurations. The spacious St Marys aged care centre offers modern facilities and is beautifully styled in muted tones and gorgeous furnishings.
Indoor lounges and the large courtyard barbecue area are great spots to socialise, and St Marys residents can also relax to the sounds of the lovely water feature in the more tranquil garden and gazebo area – or grab a book to enjoy from the library.
SummitCare St Marys aged care is home to a true community of residents. Friendships are constantly nurtured through a wide variety of activities, including a knit ’n’ natter group, a men’s social club, concerts and craft activities.
Nutritious, fresh meals are designed by our dietitian, on-site hairdressing services are available and the mobility and exercise program is very popular.
SummitCare St Marys aged care home is located within easy walking distance of the suburb’s CBD and public transport.
These elements all unite to deliver the best in nurturing and friendly aged care in Western Sydney.
SummitCare Penrith is ideally located within Sydney’s western suburbs. Situated at the base of the stunning Blue Mountains, the home features an array of different living styles that cater to varying levels of required care. All rooms are stationed on a ground level and residents are able to choose between single, double and companionship rooms.The common areas at SummitCare Penrith have been designed and constructed to encourage socialising and engagement among residents and their visitors. Areas include dining and lounge spaces where residents and their guests can relax, chat and interact as well as a garden and welcoming courtyard that are popular for barbecues and picnics in the warmer months.
There is plenty of on-site parking available for visiting friends and family members, as well as public transport close by. Penrith residents have around-the-clock attention of an experienced and dedicated team of nursing staff as well as access to allied health services, which include physiotherapy, podiatry and speech pathology.From delicious and nutritious meals, cooked on-site, to weekly hairdressing and personal hygiene services, nothing has been overlooked at this aged care home in Sydney’s western suburbs. With a full activity program that includes everything from concerts and exercise programs to craft, pet therapy and fun social barbecues, there is always something to do and activity to partake in.
SummitCare Penrith is one of the very few homes Sydney’s western suburbs offering specialised dementia care. The Magnolia wing has been carefully designed to accommodate up to 36 residents with early-stage dementia. This section of the nursing home is secure and equipped with the necessary amenities to deliver warm and professional care to those who require a little more attention.
About Our Community
Situated in the beautiful mountain village of Leura, the residents of Morven Gardens Centre call the stunning Blue Mountains region their home. We are a vibrant and creative community – the quality craftwork we produce is well-known among our neighbours. But the real beauty of the place is that it’s yours. You can enjoy the welcoming landscaped gardens, read a book beside the sunroom’s bay windows, or simply enjoy your room which can come with a kitchenette, private balcony and en-suite. It’s your choice.
Life at Thornton ParkThornton Park is a stylish, state-of-the-art residential care home with friendly, dedicated staff, a great activity calendar and a warm community atmosphere.Set on a quiet street among modern family homes, Thornton Park is conveniently tucked away in a tranquil setting, yet close to family and friends and the community you know and love. Our home offers private luxury suites, a comprehensive range of services and ample amenities, in an environment that’s stylish, yet homely. You can relax, knowing that you’re safe and sound with the reassurance of round-the-clock care from our highly dedicated and caring team.
Our friendly staff go out of their way to get to know you and your preferences, and to create a warm, community atmosphere where you’ll easily make friends and never be bored, thanks to a schedule of activities and social events you can choose to join in with.* Some services may attract an additional fee.