3 Best Nursing Homes in Melbourne

“Napier Street Aged Care Services is a beautifully restored boutique aged care facility. They promote a warm and caring community, encouraging residents to contribute to innovative solutions that incorporate cutting-edge technologies and practices to optimise care delivery for their evolving needs. They focus on creating a supportive, nurturing environment that allows seniors to age gracefully. The facility upholds the highest standards in care, service, and support, ensuring always excellence. All meals are meticulously prepared on-site by their skilled kitchen staff under the careful supervision of their resident Chef de Cuisine. Their menus are varied, tasty, and nutritious, and they can tailor meals to meet specific dietary requirements. From Monday to Friday, Napier Street Aged Care comes alive with activity and conversation as they open their doors to older residents. They are invited to enjoy a vibrant day programme to enhance social interaction and promote ongoing independence.”

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“CraigCare Plumpton Villa Glenroy has been one of Australia's most reputable and trusted elderly care providers for over 40 years. They provide a warm, home-like environment that fosters comfort, safety, and round-the-clock support for residents. Their services include dementia care, respite care, and palliative care. CraigCare is an accredited aged care provider, fully compliant with the Aged Care Quality Standards set by the Australian Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC). They offer 24/7 Registered Nurses in their homes. All meals are freshly prepared onsite in fully equipped commercial kitchens, adhering to Australian Aged Care Menu Standards and the guidelines of Dietitians Australia. The catering team consists of head chefs, chefs, cooks, and over 150 food service staff across their eight homes. CraigCare is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of aged care, with a commitment to honesty, warmth, and respect. They offer additional amenities, including individually controlled heating and air conditioning, connectivity for personal phones, internet and pay TV, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, large wardrobes with locked safes, adjustable electronic beds, and direct external access. CraigCare also provides a variety of enhanced daily living and social opportunities, ensuring that residents feel right at home while remaining connected to the broader local community.”

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“Baptcare Westhaven Community offers diverse support, care, and residential services that connect individuals and communities across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Their chefs prepare all meals on-site using delicious seasonal ingredients. The menu, designed by chefs and dietitians, offers unique meals and themed options for important cultural events. Baptcare Westhaven Community also holds regular food-focused meetings with residents to help determine the types of meals they provide. Their large, spacious chapel doubles as an activities room, featuring floor-to-ceiling views of a lush garden and glass doors that open to the courtyard. The cosy library is warm and inviting, perfect for discovering a new book, enjoying a friendly chess game, or relaxing by the fireplace. Each room at Baptcare Westhaven Community is private and designed for a single occupant, allowing you to create your own space. They encourage you to decorate your room with your favourite photographs, paintings, or other cherished items. Each room includes an electronic high/low bed and a private ensuite bathroom with a built-in shower chair. It features high-quality fittings and a non-slip floor to ensure comfort and safety. There is also a bedside table and comfortable chairs for visitors. Wi-Fi and telephone services are available in each room at an additional cost.”

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