Southern Cross Care Bedford Heights Estate Retirement Living

17 Jolimont Rd, Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

Strathdon Community is a residential aged care facility operated by Uniting AgeWell, situated in the heart of Forest Hill, Victoria, close to parks, public transport, and Davy Lane Reserve. Run by a not-for-profit organisation of the Uniting Church in Australia, it offers residential, dementia, palliative, and respite care with an individualised, person-centred approach guided by the Uniting AgeWell Dementia Framework. Registered nurses are on-site 24 hours a day, supported by allied health professionals including physiotherapists, speech therapists, podiatrists, dietitians, social workers, and visiting dentists. The community features an on-site café and shop with alfresco dining, welcoming outdoor spaces with a barbecue area, and sensory gardens for residents living with dementia. It sits adjacent to Strathdon independent living units, making it a convenient option for couples or family members who have differing care needs and wish to live nearby.

1 Clayton Rd, Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

St Catherine's Aged Care Facility is a Catholic residential aged care home in Balwyn in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, providing permanent and respite care for elderly residents in a welcoming, faith-inspired environment. Operated by a Catholic provider, the facility offers 24-hour nursing care, pastoral support, daily Mass access, and allied health services within a beautifully maintained garden setting. St Catherine's is known for its compassionate, person-centred approach and its strong connections to the Catholic community of Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

27 Shierlaw Ave, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

Faversham House is a residential aged care facility in Canterbury, Melbourne, operated by BASSCARE, a not-for-profit organisation established in 1957 in the Boroondara area. The facility offers private rooms and tranquil gardens in a warm, homelike setting designed to nurture independence and comfort. BASSCARE provides a continuum of care that includes residential, respite, and dementia support services across its Boroondara locations. The organisation emphasises personalised, dignity-centred care that evolves with residents' changing needs, supported by a team committed to compassion and connection.

2-8 Elizabeth St, Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

Elizabeth Gardens is a 59-room residential aged care home situated in the leafy eastern Melbourne suburb of Burwood, set within a well-established tranquil garden with picturesque garden views from every room. The facility offers private single rooms with ensuite and larger suites for couples, with some rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. It provides residential, respite, dementia, and palliative care, with an integrated dementia approach operating within the broader home community. Amenities include multiple dining and lounge areas, a calming sensory garden, and family-friendly outdoor spaces, with easy access to nearby parklands, Chadstone Shopping Centre, and public transport. Royal Freemasons, the not-for-profit operator, has over 155 years of experience providing aged care to older Victorians.

131/141 Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

Campbell Place is an Australian Unity aged care residence located at 131-141 Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley, Victoria. Australian Unity is a not-for-profit mutual organisation offering a broad range of services including health insurance, wealth management, retirement communities, and residential aged care. The facility is one of several Australian Unity aged care residences operating across Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland. Prospective residents and families are invited to request a guided tour or submit an enquiry through the Australian Unity website.

10/14 Pretoria St, Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

Trinity Manor Balwyn is a boutique residential aged care facility located at 10–14 Pretoria St, Balwyn, VIC 3103, offering residential care, respite care, dementia-specific care, and palliative care. The facility provides 24/7 nursing and personal care, with allied health services including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and podiatry on site. Residents benefit from on-site meals prepared daily, multiple intimate lounge and dining areas, sensory outdoor gardens, and a broad lifestyle programme encompassing music therapy, art, cooking classes, gardening, bus outings, and reminiscence therapy. Trinity Care takes a boutique, home-like approach with individually tailored care plans addressing each resident's cognitive, emotional, and physical needs, including a dedicated dementia care environment with sensory cues and secure outdoor areas. Family testimonials consistently highlight the warmth, compassion, and professionalism of staff across all areas of the organisation.