Westgate Aged Care Facility

At Westgate Aged Care Facility, we understand how difficult and confusing it can be when you are looking for residential care for a loved one.

Westgate is a fully accredited 90 bed facility offering nursing care and accommodation to the frail aged, and has been a proud part of the Newport community since 1981. With our local knowledge and years of experience, we can help alleviate some of the stress involved with placing a loved one in residential care.

Westgate promotes a positive attitude in caring for the residents.
We encourage independence and personal choice whenever possible, and our aim is to assist residents to attain and maintain
a quality of life.

We believe residents are entitled to the highest standard of care and we recognise the rights, dignity and needs of the individual. Our qualified and competent staff are employed 24 hours a day, seven days a week to care for our residents’ every need.

Westgate Aged Care Facility is determined to provide high quality residential care through a partnership of residents and their representatives, employees, suppliers, the proprietor and the community.

A Physiotherapist offers assistance and education to residents, staff and families.

Our Activities Coordinator and Assistants offer a varied program suited to the abilities and interests of residents.

Level of care you require

Westgate Aged Care Facility offers a high level of care. To be eligible for admission, it is important to make an appointment to view the facility and meet with the Director of Nursing/Manager. You will need to have an assessment from the Aged Care Assessment Service.

Fees and charges

The fees & charges are set by the Commonwealth Government. Daily care fees and any accommodation charges depend on your pension status, and are all determined by the Department of Social Services. An additional income test may be required of some residents.

We are happy to assist with information if you are not sure where
to begin.

Our facility offers:

• Single rooms with private ensuite.
• Couples room with private ensuite.
• Respite care (by arrangement.)
• Year round temperature control.
• Personal telephone and TV ports to all rooms.
• Wardrobe and chest of drawers with lockable compartment in all rooms.
• Around the clock registered nursing care.
• Secure rooms.
• Therapy services (podiatrist, dietitian, speech therapist, optometrist and dentist.)
• Residents’ choice of doctors and specialists.                     
• Resident care plans developed in conjunction with resident, family and doctor.
• A range of activities and social events.
• Beautiful home-made meals.
• A four-weekly rotating menu, considering special dietary requirements and cultural specific requirements.
• Lounges with entertainment facilities.
• Fully equipped hairdressing room.
• Multi-purpose large activity rooms (religious services, meetings, social activities etc.)
• Secure central courtyards with BBQ facility.
• On site library
• Private, secure “Peace Garden” courtyard.
• State of the art Hydraulic Spa Bath.
• Tea and coffee facilities for families.