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Whether you want a quiet place to relax, or are a social butterfly looking for a full daily schedule, Lyndoch Living’s residential aged care services in Warrnambool provide a variety of accommodation options to suit all residents. With the comfort and security of 24-hour care, evolved over our proud 60-year history, Lyndoch offers residential aged care to almost 200 residents over five housing options. Our in-home services for Warrnambool and district residents help you live at home as long as possible but when you decide the time has arrived to move, you can be assured of comfort and wellbeing at Lyndoch.
Due to our wide range of services and support, we strive to accommodate changes in care needs from within Lyndoch, so that residents aren’t uprooting their home when their needs change.
While living in a shared environment, we actively encourage each resident to personalise their room to suit their personality, from photographs and knick-knacks to their favourite armchair, reading lamp or other treasured pieces of furniture.
While we help to build relationships with and between our residents through a range of social programs and day-to-day activities, residents are also strongly encouraged to continue with their own hobbies, leisure interests and exercise programs. External outings are organised regularly and include sightseeing excursions, shopping and to promote community links with local schools.
Social Programs and activities include: yoga, card games, bingo, cooking, exercise programs, movie viewings, AFL football tipping, musical entertainment and many others.
Onsite services and facilities include: Visiting library, chapel and services of worship, internet access and customised Skype facilities, hairdresser, men’s group, dementia carers support group, music therapy, laundry services, newspaper delivery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, and dietary advice.
As well as our residential aged care accommodation, Lyndoch provides a variety of other assistance programs including respite, rehabilitation and disability services to Warrnambool and district residents.
A calm and welcoming family focused care setting for those with dementia. Designed to suit the unique complex care needs, the residence’s rooms open out onto a complete internal circular walkway, offering panoramic views of the Hopkins River, landscaped gardens and the historic Homestead building. The centre hosts a number of cosy living spaces, well manicured [...]
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This quaint and secure residence, boasting panoramic views and adjoining garden, is home to a small number of rooms offering 24-hour support to those with complex care needs. Offering a number of relaxing living spaces with stunning views, surrounding gardens with a farmyard style courtyard, this picturesque space offers engaging recreation opportunities and a serene [...]
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Two wings offering hotel style accommodation to support independent residents who need a little extra help with everyday tasks. Located on the top floor, the 44 rooms take in some picturesque views of the river. The residence offers multiple relaxing and modern lounge areas, balconies overlooking the picturesque grounds and separate dining areas, with in room service [...]
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One of the most recent additions to Lyndoch, Lake Lodge provides a welcoming environment that has been designed and purpose-built for people with complex care needs. The residence offers cosy sitting areas and access to the central dining area. Outdoors is a social environment with regular barbecues. With landscaped courtyards and gardens, residents are encouraged to [...]
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In pristine condition, featuring fire places, shared balconies with river views, and access to a variety of recreational spaces, this residence caters for residents able to mobilise independently, but need assistance with their daily care needs. Comprised of three wings, the Riverside Hostel offers quiet personal spaces and private garden courtyards with access to the [...]
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When considering the costs of residential aged care, it is important to understand what fees you may have to pay. The type of fees and how much you may pay will depend on: There are a number of costs associated with permanent care in an aged care home. The same costs also apply for palliative care in an aged care home. They include: Our finance team are able to discuss the costs in further detail and provide a quote/estimates based on your circumstances. We encourage any prospective resident to consider the following information provided through Department of Health: Unlike your care and accommodation costs, additional fees and extra service fees are not set by the government. This means if you agree to them, you will need to pay the full cost yourself. Additional fees may be charged for services that go beyond the minimum care and service requirements. These fees must be recorded in your resident agreement and, if needed, your extra services agreement. 1. CONTACT MY AGED CARE Your doctor will be able to refer you to My Aged Care for an assessment. The Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS), based here at Lyndoch Living, will be able to assist you in determining your eligibility for government-funded services. You can check your eligibility by accessing: 2. DETERMINE YOUR ASSISTED GOVERNMENT PAYMENTS Complete an income and asset assessment through Services Australia to determine how much you contribute towards your care and accommodation cost. 3. CHOOSE HOW TO PAY Once assessed, you may be required to pay towards the accommodation (room cost) with three options to choose from:
Care and Accommodation Costs
Other costs
If you are considering Respite or Permanent Aged Care:
Lyndoch Living payments* for each room option are as follows:
