Cedar Place aged care home is located: 58 Cochrane Street, Kempsey NSW 2440 • Tel: (02) 6563 1177
Find Comfort, Care, and Community at Cedar Place
Shared room
Shared room + shared bathroom
Standard room
Single room + private ensuite
All rooms feature:
- Built in wardrobe
- Staff call points
- Quality fittings and fixtures
- 24 hours a day nurse call system
- Adjustable bed
- Emergency call system
- Ceiling fans and/or air conditioning
- High ceilings
Garden • Large, welcoming communal areas • Outdoor areas
Enjoy a full range of specialised aged care services at Respect Cedar Place
Services + Amenities
Experienced team
You can rest easy, every day. Our committed, passionate team is available around the clock to provide residents with the highest level of care and support.
- Registered nurses (24 hours/day)
- Hairdresser
- Sightseeing excursions
- Volunteer-run coffee club (Tuesdays)
- Men’s Shed
Tailored services
Residents also have access to tailored services (including frequent visits from specialists) such as:
- Physiotherapists
- Podiatrists
- Speech pathologists
- Dieticians
- Hairdressers
- Dental services
- 24 hour registered nurses
- Doctor visits
Nutrition
Our chefs provide tasty, nutritious meals using only the freshest ingredients. Our menus are nutritious and varied and food is cooked fresh on site. Special dietary requirements are catered for to meet individual and cultural needs.
- Prepared fresh, on site
- Healthy and well balanced
- Daily picks of seasonally fresh fruits & vegetables
- Tasty and nutritious hot meals every day
Activities + excursions
There’s always something happening at Cedar Place. From social gatherings and group activities to quiet chats over a cuppa, residents can enjoy plenty of opportunities to connect and feel part of the community. The on-site library and reading room offer peaceful spaces to unwind with a good book, while special events and lifestyle programs bring everyone together. With tranquil garden areas and cosy lounges as well, Cedar Place offers a welcoming balance of activity and relaxation.
Sense of community
We see our residents as individuals, not patients. Here, staff and residents often become like extended family, creating a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging. It's a place where meaningful friendships flourish and residents are supported to stay active and connected, both within our home and in the wider community.
In person + video calls
Family and friends may visit anytime. For added peace of mind, remote video calls are also always available. Our team is skilled and always on hand to assist with technology to set up a successful video call.
Explanation of fees at Cedar Place
Accomodation cost
This covers your room rental. You may be eligible for Governmental financial assistance.
How will I know if I’m eligible for financial assistance for aged care?
Financial assistance is available to those who truly need it. A means assessment will determine your eligibility based on your financial situation
The Australian Government will pay your aged care costs if:
Your income is below:
$34,762.00
Your assets are below:
$63,000.00
You pay full if:
Your income is greater than:
$66,960.40
Your assets are greater than:
$210,555.20
What are my options if I am self-funding my aged care?
The good news is, if you are paying for your aged care costs without Government assistance, you have a choice as to how you pay:
A lump sum payment:
$250,000 Shared room
$320,000 Standard room
RAD = Refundable Accommodation Deposit
Fully refundable when you leave the home.
Daily payments:
$52.12 Shared room
$66.72 Standard room
DAP = Daily Accommodation Payment
Rental-style, non-refundable payments.
A combination of 50% RAD + 50% DAP
50% refundable when you leave the home.
Example of combination payment of a standard room:
50% refundable deposit (RAD) of $125,000
and 50% daily payment (DAP) of $26.06
Food & services cost
This fee covers the cost of day-to-day services, such as meals, cleaning, laundry and facilities management.
Based on current rate:
$65.55 / day
$23,925.75 / year
The basic daily fee = 85% of the single person rate of the basic age pension. This changes twice per year.
Care cost
An ongoing fee that covers your personal and clinical care.
Personal care may include help with:
Bathing, dressing, grooming, toilet & shower support, etc.
Clinical care may include:
Specialised nursing services, medication management, catheter care, etc.
Means-tested care fees have annual and lifetime caps:
Maximum $35,238.11 / year
Maximum $84,571.66 / lifetime
Not everyone will have to pay a means-tested care fee; it is based upon your specific needs. If you do need to pay a care fee, the exact amount is determined through a means assessment. It may be determined after the needs assessment that you pay part of the cost and the Australian Government pays the rest.
Learn more out financial Government assistance at: myagedcare.gov.au
A word to prospective residents
Have questions?
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