Henry Brooks Estate at IRT Kanahooka

286 Kanahooka Rd, Kanahooka NSW 2530, Australia

IRT William Beach Gardens is a not-for-profit retirement village located at 286 Kanahooka Road in the peaceful Illawarra suburb of Kanahooka, NSW. Independent living units (villas) are available from $458,000, with 2-bedroom configurations listed. The village features an outdoor swimming pool, landscaped gardens, hairdresser, community bus, secure parking, and entertaining areas. A co-located residential aged care centre is on site, offering residents the option to transition to higher-level care without leaving the community. IRT has been supporting older Australians for over 55 years and operates as a not-for-profit, community-owned organisation.

3 Hamilton St, Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

Scope Home Access is a specialist provider of aged care home modifications and occupational therapy services, operating across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Hunter, and ACT/Southern Highlands regions of NSW and the ACT. With over 35 years of industry experience, the organisation helps people aged 65 and over (or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50 and over) and people with disability to remain safely and independently in their own homes. Services include occupational therapy assessments, minor and major home modifications (such as grab rails, ramps, and bathroom upgrades), home and yard maintenance, and builder consultations. Funding pathways include the Commonwealth Home Support Programme, Home Care Packages, the NDIS, and a self-funded Social Enterprise option for those not eligible for government subsidies. Scope Home Access is not a residential aged care facility — it is a community-based support service focused on enabling people to age in place.

93/109 Princes Hwy, Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

CareWays Community is a not-for-profit in-home aged care and community support organisation that has been serving the Illawarra region of NSW since 1978. The organisation specialises exclusively in in-home care, explicitly stating it has no affiliation with any residential aged care facilities, religious organisations, or disability providers. Services include personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation, social support, transport, medication assistance, wound care, and clinical assessment via a Registered Nurse. CareWays operates from offices at Dapto and Thirroul, and also runs community centres in Horsley, Koonawarra, and Thirroul offering social groups, youth programs, and community events.

2/6-8 Marshall St, Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

This is a family-owned and locally operated home care provider serving the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions, established in 2011 by a mother and daughter. They focus on helping older adults and individuals with disabilities maintain independence and comfort in their own homes. Services range from personal care, meal preparation, and transport to nursing support and assistance with daily activities. They also offer support for those already in residential care settings, helping with appointments or social outings. The team prides itself on providing flexible, personalized care with continuity, aiming to match clients with suitable support workers.

170 Princes Hwy, Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

Australian Unity in Dapto is a service hub and home care coordination office for Australian Unity's aged care and health services in the Wollongong and Illawarra region. The office coordinates Home Care Package delivery, NDIS services, and health insurance products, supporting elderly and disabled clients across the Illawarra and South Coast to access the services they need to live independently. Australian Unity is a major national mutual organisation providing a broad range of health, home care, and retirement living services.

211 Northcliffe Dr, Berkeley NSW 2506, Australia

St Mary's Retirement Village is a retirement community operated by Catholic Healthcare, located at 211 Northcliffe Drive, Berkeley NSW 2506 on Sydney's South Coast near Lake Illawarra. The village offers refurbished contemporary apartments and units with spacious interiors, abundant natural light, and large patio areas. Residents enjoy landscaped gardens, an on-site café, a Community Room for social activities, and a Village bus for monthly outings including morning tea and lunch. Home care services are available as an optional add-on for residents who need additional support. The village has a relaxed coastal character with views of the escarpment, gardens, and nearby lake walkways.