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In the pleasant suburb of Mackay, situated in peaceful McIntyre St is Good Shepherd Lodge. This established facility has set the highest standards to guarantee the best care, offering beds for health decline, post operative, dementia and respite.
Good Shepherd Lodge
Key Features of Good Shepherd Lodge
In order to provide the best and fullest care for our residents we are equipped to address many physical or mental-health issues they may have. If you or a loved one required care for 24/7 supervision, meals supplied, private rooms, communal facilities and qualified staff then you can seek comfort and support in the quiet area of Mackay.
Personal Care Services
consistently available at all times is our personal care staff. The independence of our residents is complemented by our care aides’ support. We aim to improve the standard of living for all of our residents by employing caregivers who are patient and caring, and who work to increase our residents’ enjoyment of life. Our patient caregivers are available to assist with dressing, hygiene, mobility and exercise help, as well as eating and drinking aid.
Food and nutrition at Good Shepherd Lodge
At Good Shepherd Lodge we are proud to offer meals that are prepared at our facility and are well thought-out and healthful. Residents are able to choose where they’d prefer to eat; either in a communal dining area or in their room. Any concerns about special dietary needs are conveniently met with our facility-prepared meals.
Why choose Good Shepherd Lodge
We at Good Shepherd Lodge work diligently to create relationships and we believe that is what sets us apart from other facilities in Mackay. Our residents and their family and friends are treated as part of the same community as our medical staff and volunteers.A feeling of openness, warmth, and comfort is the desired result of our overall attitude.
Location
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Rooms and pricing
Residential accommodation create their fees based on a RAD (Refundable Accommodation Deposit) and a daily rate. Many facilities will negotiate these fees. Use the calculator below to see how a lower RAD can be offset by a highly daily rate
How much have you got for a RAD payment?
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| Room type | Cost | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cumberland Shared Shared room with Shared ensuite 30m2 | $280,000
maximum RAD | or | $64.28
maximum Daily rate | |
Cumberland House Single Single room with Private ensuite 19m2 | $350,000
maximum RAD | or | $80.36
maximum Daily rate | |
Bailey & Acacia Houses Single room with Private ensuite 20m2 | $400,000
maximum RAD | or | $91.84
maximum Daily rate | |
Whitehaven Dementia Specific Unit Single room with Private ensuite 20m2 | $400,000
maximum RAD | or | $91.84
maximum Daily rate | |
Maryport Cottage Single room with Private ensuite 31.5m2 | $500,000
maximum RAD | or | $114.79
maximum Daily rate | |
Disclaimer
The information which is summarised herein does not constitute financial or other professional advice and is general in nature.
It does not take into account specific circumstances and should not be acted on without full understanding of your current situation.
Any objectives should be discussed with an Aged Care Financial Advisor.
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