Daylesford Aged Care

Hostel (Lumeah Lodge) and Nursing Home


 
Daylesford Hospital and Nursing Home
Hospital Street   
PO Box 465, Daylesford  Vic. 3460  
Phone: 03 5321 6500
Fax:    03 5348 3773
Email: daylhosadmin@hhs.vic.gov.au 

 

Daylesford Aged Care provides for high and low level permanent care residents in spacious single and twin bedroom accommodation.  There are Dining, Lounge and Sitting Rooms available for residents to enjoy with their visitors.

Admission (permanent)
All residents are to have a current Aged Care Assessment prior to entry to the Hostel (low level) or Nursing Home (high level).  There is a waiting list for both.

Admission (respite)
There is one low level respite room available for residents with current  Aged Care Assessment. Bookings available.

Activities
Activities for residents include crafts, gardening, music, outings, games, current affairs and Special Days.
Community groups regularly visit.
Religious needs can easily be accommodated.

Fees
The fees are determined by the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing. Invoices are raised monthly for all fees. An Agreement will be entered into within seven days of entry which covers all aspects of care and services and the charges involved. 

Laundry Service
Personal laundry services are provided for all residents.

Medical Care
Residents or their representative are able to select the General Practitioner of their choice, preferably one that is readily able to visit the facility. The Nurse Unit Manager will assist in the selection process if required. 

Personal Services
Daily newspaper delivery, prescriptions and hairdressing can be arranged (at resident's expense).

Specialist Services
Access to physiotherapy, podiatry, dietetics, dentistry, optometry, audiology, etc. can all be arranged if required.

Visiting
Relatives and friends are encouraged to visit at any time. Tea and coffee facilities are available.

 

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