AdventCare offer a mixture of Independent Living Units in Nunawading, All have 24 hour security, emergency call buttons, maintenance, gardening and most importantly, a loving caring Christian environment where residents enjoy a comfortable and happy life.
AdventCare Laughlin Units have two (2) bedrooms, with the master including bay windows, large lounge separated from the kitchen by a service friendly breakfast bar, dishwasher, electric hotplates, large pantry, ducted heating, air conditioning, very large laundry, spacious bathrooms, carpeted and vinyl flooring throughout the units and tiling in the wet areas.
St Thomas Community Retirement Village.Located in the heart of the quiet, tree-lined suburb of Forest Hill, St Thomas Community Retirement Village, offers an affordable lifestyle in an idyllic and peaceful setting. All homes are well appointed with two bedrooms and have either an open plan or separate kitchen design.There is an abundance of shopping outlets, medical centres, entertainment, restaurant and cafe options for your convenience and enjoyment. Within the Village you’ll have access to the centrally located Community Centre.
Donwood Community Aged Care Services Inc. is a "not-for-profit community based organisation" providing accommodation to elderly residents living within the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Established in 1991 by a voluntary Board of Management, and not aligned to any other organisation, we continue to grow and expand as the need for aged care continues within the area. We pride ourselves on genuine quality care for all clients and residents.
At Donwood we have a team of professionals, nursing and ancilliary staff, who take an active interest in the running of the facility as well as ensuring individualised care needs for all residents are met.
AccommodationDonwood has a total of 105 beds, comprising of single rooms with their own ensuites . All single rooms are spacious, light filled, with an outlook to gardens or decked areas. As part of our 105 beds we have a 30 bed memory support unit where residents have access to large open areas and gardens. We have many lounge areas around the facility for residents and families comfort. Our new administration area houses a café and large function room for residents and visitors enjoyment.Community CentreThe Donwood Community Centre is designed for individuals who live at home by themselves or with a carer(s), but would like to participate in outside activities. It offers individuals an opportunity for social interaction involving activities that promote mental and physical stimulation as well as access to an outpatient physiotherapy clinic.RespiteRespite accommodation is offered to individuals living at home with their carer(s) or by themselves and feeling they need a ‘break’. We offer respite in all parts of our facility, with three dedicated private rooms dedicated to respite.
Services offered within the facility:
All rooms are fully serviced
Personal clothing is laundered at the facility unless alternate arrangements are made with the families
Clothing labeling system
24 hour nursing care by Registered Nursing staff
Call bell system to all rooms
Furnished bedrooms with built in wardrobes
Resident activity program - Monday to Friday
Extended activity hours are provided in our memory support unit (Ainslie) covering evenings and weekends
Two on site buses for outings and resident use
Several doctors from local clinics visit the facility
Hairdressing, beauty therapy, podiatry and other ancilliary service providers who visit the facility
Extensive physiotherapy service
All meals cooked on site by a fully qualified Chef
Resident meetings held every two months.
Independent Living UnitsLocated in Diana Street we have six independent living units. Resident who own these units can access services within the facility at a reduced cost. Units are purchased according to the Retirement Villages Act.
Please contact us by our telephone contact details above, or click on 'Send Enquiry' or 'View Website' if you would like to arrange a tour of the facility.
Nestled at the foot of the Yarra Valley Parklands, Viewbank Gardens is a picturesque retirement village just 19km northeast of Melbourne’s CBD.
Set within lush, landscaped grounds, this pet-friendly village offers a range of amenities, including a thriving communal vegetable garden and a recently renovated community centre.Located close to shops, medical services, and local clubs, at Viewbank Gardens you'll be conveniently situated in the heart of Viewbank with easy access to essential amenities and an array of recreational activities.