Gracemere Gardens

Gracemere Gardens aged care home is located: 35 Conaghan Street, Gracemere QLD 4702 • Tel: (07) 4837 0500

Feel Right at Home at Gracemere Gardens

At Gracemere Gardens, life moves at a gentle, welcoming pace. You’ll find four leafy courtyards filled with palms and ferns, perfect for enjoying the fresh country breeze or catching up with visitors. Inside, the space feels modern yet homely, with a warm atmosphere and a spacious dining area where you can share meals and good conversation. There’s always something happening here, from live music and bush poetry to group fitness and social outings on our minibus. We offer comfortable single and couple rooms with private ensuites, as well as a dedicated Memory Support Unit and short-term respite care. With over 100 years of service, Respect is proudly not-for-profit and trusted by families across Australia. You'll be part of a caring community that helps you keep doing the things you love, with the support you need, in a place that feels like home.

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Premium services

Standard

Single + shared ensuite

This premium-sized room at Respect Gracemere Gardens offers a spacious 18 square metres and is in excellent condition, with quality finishes throughout. It comes with its own heating and cooling for year-round comfort, a TV for relaxing in your own space, and a nurse call system for peace of mind. It’s a comfortable, private space designed to help you feel right at home.

18m²

Deluxe

Single + private ensuite

Located at Respect Gracemere Gardens, this generously sized premium room offers 18 square metres of well-maintained, high-quality living space. Thoughtfully equipped with heating, cooling, a television, and a nurse call system, the room is designed to keep you comfortable and supported throughout the day. It's a peaceful, private spot you can truly make your own.

18m²

All rooms feature:

Built in wardrobe
Staff call points
Quality fittings and fixtures
24 hours a day nurse call system
Adjustable bed

Access to:

Garden • Large, welcoming communal areas • Outdoor areas

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Enjoy a full range of specialised aged care services at Respect Gracemere Gardens

Our team takes the time to get to know what you need, but also what you enjoy, so we can support you in a way that still lets you live life on your terms. The staff here aren’t just experienced—they’re warm, approachable, and genuinely care about making your day better. More than anything, we want you to feel comfortable, respected, and right at home.

Residential aged care

Palliative care

Secure dementia care

Respite care

Retirement Living Units

Additional Allied Health services

Onsite cafe

Registered nurse rostered 24/7

24 hour nurse call system

public transport at the front gate

5 minutes from services and amenities

Services + Amenities

At Gracemere Gardens, you’ll find the freedom to live the way you want — whether that means enjoying quiet moments in a cosy, comfortable space or joining in on activities and making new friends. We offer different accommodation options to suit your needs, along with flexible care that respects your lifestyle and choices. There’s always something fun happening too. Some of the extras are part of our additional services package, which may come with a small daily fee.

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)
Housekeeping services (cleaning, laundry)
Hairdresser
Sightseeing excursions

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
Minibus for outings

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. Multiple options are served at breakfast, lunch and dinner, from pickled pork to lasagne. The sweet tooths will love our desserts, including scones, syrup dumplings or baklava, cooked fresh every Friday.

Prepared fresh, on site
Healthy and well balanced
Daily picks of seasonally fresh fruits & vegetables
Tasty and nutritious hot meals every day
Nutritionist checked meals

Activities + excursions

At Gracemere Gardens, Our themed parties — from Hawaiian days to Alice in Wonderland and Rock ’n’ Roll — are a big hit with residents, and the pop-up coffee shop in our Memory Support Unit is a favourite spot to relax. We regularly welcome bush poets and live singers, and for those who like to get out and about, our minibus makes regular trips to the shops, movies, or even the beach. And if a quiet afternoon is more your style, there’s always a puzzle to do or a creative project waiting in our art and craft sessions. Your family can also book the barbecue area and spend quality time together over a grilled feast. Enjoy Netflix movies; trivia; monthly barbecues; and dress-up morning teas. Or take a tri-shaw ride along the beachfront courtesy of Cycling Without Age.

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.

What families are saying

Well done to all involved with providing us a special and personal Anzac service for us here at the home. As we are unable to go to attend the one in town.

Joan Price

Resident at Bayview Haven

01 / 02

Every effort is made and carried out by the staff to keep our parents in a safe and healthy environment.

Marie Nimmo

Family of residents at Woodhaven

02 / 02

Explanation of fees at Gracemere Gardens

Your own personal circumstances and financial situation will influence the amount you pay for your place in an aged care home. The Government determines how much you pay or may be required to contribute. For some people the Government will pay for most of the costs and for others, that can afford to, the Government will ask you to contribute more. We have a range of options that cater to everybody, no matter what their financial situation is.

Basic daily fee

This fee covers the cost of day-to-day services, such as meals, cleaning, laundry and facilities management, and is payable by all residents.

Based on current rate:

$66.80

$24,382

The basic daily fee = 85% of the single person rate of the basic age pension. This changes twice per year.

Hotelling supplement contribution

This supplement covers daily living expenses such as cleaning, meals, and laundry, over and above the basic daily fee.

Payable depending on the resident’s assessable assets and income. You may be eligible for Governmental financial assistance.

Daily cap:

$22.15

Non-clinical care contribution

This covers the cost of non-clinical services like social support, lifestyle activities, and administration.

Payable depending on the resident’s assessable assets and income. You may be eligible for Governmental financial assistance.

Daily cap:

$105.30

Lifetime cap:

$135,318.69 or

the resident has been in aged care for more than four years.

Learn more out financial Government assistance at: myagedcare.gov.au

Accommodation cost

This covers the cost of living in a residential aged care home. 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:

$33,849.40

Your assets are greater than:

$210,555.20

What are my options if I am self-funding my aged care accommodation?

The good news is, if you are paying for your accommodation costs without Government assistance, you have a choice as to how you pay:

Option 1: RAD

A lump sum payment:

$475,000 Standard room

$550,000 Deluxe room

RAD = Refundable Accommodation Deposit
Fully refundable when you leave the home, less 2% per annum (maximum 5 years).

Option 2: DAP

Daily payments:

$109.71 Standard room

$127.03 Deluxe room

DAP = Daily Accommodation Payment
Rental-style, non-refundable payments.

Option 3: RAD + DAP

A combination of 50% RAD + 50% DAP
50% refundable when you leave the home, less 2% per annum (maximum 5 years).

Example of combination payment of a standard room:
50% refundable deposit (RAD) of $237,500
and 50% daily payment (DAP) of $54.85

A word to prospective residents

Before becoming a resident at Gracemere Gardens, it’s important for you and your loved ones to have an honest, open discussion. After all, this may be a significant lifestyle change, which can bring about many questions. To help you have the conversation, we’ve detailed key steps for those considering aged care.

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