1800 864 846Household Living – our innovative approach to care – empowers you to live your day, your way, just as you would in any family home.
There are 7 separate households, each with 18–26 residents. Our Uniting Homemakers ensure that the community is thriving and doing things that are meaningful and enjoyable.
You'll have round-the-clock support to help manage your health, medication and personal care needs. There's a Registered Nurse on site 24/7, and a range of allied health professionals can address specific needs.
It’s a big decision, but sometimes, moving into an aged care home is the best way to get the help and support you need.
We think of ourselves as part of your extended family, working together to create a loving, caring and supportive environment – so you can settle in easier and feel right at home.
Keep in mind that there can be a waitlist for a place, so we recommend planning in advance. Need a place immediately? Get in touch.
We build trusting relationships with residents who are living with dementia, and work in partnership with their family to create environments and routines that feel safe, familiar, and loving.
In addition to the clinical and allied health services that residents need, we have:
At Uniting Wontama, we offer pre-booked respite, so you can schedule your or your loved one's stay with us in advance, in case you have anything booked in over the coming weeks or months. Also, a week or two of respite with us is a good way to experience what our home is like before moving in.
Our respite care is all about improving the wellbeing of both carers and their loved ones.
For carers, you’ll have less stress knowing your loved ones are in expert hands, and more time to relax or get things done. Self-care, by taking time out just for you, is so important for your health, and increases your energy and patience to care for others.
For respite residents, you’ll enjoy a change of scene and appreciate the community that’s central to every Uniting aged care home. Your social and emotional wellbeing is nurtured through stimulating recreational activities and engaging conversations with other residents and our caring team.
Availability varies, so please get in touch to find out how we can help.
At Uniting, you’ll never be denied care because you can’t afford it. We’ll work closely with you, to access the right accommodation for you.
There are 4 fee types associated with aged care homes:
Your fees and payments are regulated by the Australian Government and may be subsidised based on your income and assets.
All our rooms are furnished for your safety and comfort. You’re welcome to decorate yours with photographs, artworks, linens, and other belongings or personal touches.
Costs for residential respite care are different to those for permanent residents.
You’ll pay a basic daily care fee. It’s set by the government at 85% of the single basic age pension and adjusted twice a year.
The amount you pay can depend on your personal circumstances, including whether you:
.Get in touch to learn more about respite care costs.
Due to COVID health restrictions, some services and activities may not be available at the moment.
Uniting values diversity of ability, age, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, intersex variation and/or gender identity and always welcomes everyone, exactly as they are.
Whilst we strive to provide the most up to date and accurate information, please use the below information as a guide and we suggest phoning the home for the latest info.
There’s free wi-fi across the home for residents and visitors. All rooms are fitted with cabling to support modems and telephone.
Residents are responsible for costs associated with:
Yes, of course, we want everyone to feel very much at home. We encourage residents to customise their room with their belongings and to add personal touches such as music, a TV, photos, pictures, simple furnishings and bedspreads or doonas. We do insist that our beds are used, as they’re electrically operated for occupational health and safety reasons. We also discourage rugs as they can be a hazard for tripping.
All linen and towels are supplied and laundered for you. We’ll collect and wash your personal laundry and return it weekly, or more frequently if needed.
Yes, we’re able to support people living with dementia, as well as people with other high-care needs. Talk with us to discuss how we can support you.
Yes, our performance is assessed by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC) and the reports are published here.
Enjoy a cup of tea together, play a board game, try putting on the green, or have a family BBQ. There’s plenty for visitors to see and do.
Open visiting is warmly invited. To maintain privacy and dignity for all residents, we ask that friends and family wishing to visit outside of regular hours make special arrangements with our care team.
Yes, it’s good for residents to have a change of scene. Some planning and supervision are required, so just let us know in advance and together we’ll make suitable arrangements.
Yes of course, provided they are willing to come and visit.
For residents who can safely take their own medication, it can certainly continue. We just ask that Webster-paks® are used for added security, and stored in the lockable cupboard or drawer that’s provided in your room. Otherwise, our team are on hand to assist with any medication.
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Access via the driveway for easy drop-off and pick-up
Cosy lounge with fireplace where residents can spend time together, join in with activities, watch movies, or listen to music 
Quiet seating areas
Private single room with ensuite, ready to be furnished with your belongings 
Shared room with ensuite can have different configurations. Beds can be placed in separate rooms, or in the same room to create space for a lounge area. 
Sheltered outdoor seating areas for enjoying the fresh air 
A safe and peaceful courtyard for residents in our dedicated dementia household. 
Accessible walking paths around our landscaped gardens 
All faiths are welcome in our beautiful chapel for worship, or quiet reflection. Access via the driveway for easy drop-off and pick-up
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