Ingham Lodge

Ingham Lodge aged care home is located: 58 Cassady Street, Ingham, QLD 4850 • Tel: (07) 4776 9222

A home to belong to, feel supported, and live well

Overlooking neighbouring farmland with views of grazing cows, native birds, and wallabies, Ingham Lodge is a 50-bed aged care facility and a place where you can relax, connect, and enjoy life at your own pace. At Ingham Lodge, personalised aged care is at the heart of everything we do. Surrounded by peaceful rural views, you’ll enjoy freshly prepared meals, welcoming garden spaces, and a vibrant lifestyle program designed to suit your interests. Whether you’re catching up with friends in our cosy communal areas or relaxing in your own private, well-appointed room, Ingham Lodge offers the comfort, care, and connection that make it truly feel like home.

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Premium services

Standard room

Single + shared ensuite

This well-maintained, standard-sized room offers 14 square metres of comfortable living space. It includes a private balcony, climate control with both cooling and heating, and a nurse call system for peace of mind.

14m²

Deluxe room

Single + private ensuite

This well-maintained, standard-sized room offers 14 square metres of comfortable living space and features its own private ensuite. It also includes a private balcony, climate control with both cooling and heating, and a nurse call system for added peace of mind.

14m²

Premium room

Single + private ensuite

14m²

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 Ingham Lodge

At Ingham Lodge, our team delivers personalised care that balances each resident’s unique needs with their desire for independence. Our professional, friendly, and attentive staff provide comprehensive aged care services, always keeping your wellbeing, preferences, and lifestyle front and centre. We strive to create a supportive environment where you feel secure, valued, and empowered every day.

Residential aged care

Palliative care

Respite care

Retirement Living Units

Additional Allied Health services

Registered nurse rostered 24/7

24 hour nurse call system

Services + Amenities

Whether you prefer a peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the comforts of home or thrive on social connection and engaging activities with like-minded people, Ingham Lodge offers a range of accommodation options designed to meet your individual needs. Our residential aged care services provide flexibility and choice, ensuring your lifestyle and preferences are always respected. Some services are available through our additional services package, which may incur an extra 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)
Bus to take residents on outings
In-house chef

Tailored services

Residents also have access to tailored services (including frequent visits from specialists) such as:

Physiotherapists
Podiatrists
Speech pathologists
Dieticians
Hairdressers
Dental services
Pharmacists
24 hour registered nurses
Sightseeing excursions
Doctor visits
Regular 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.

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

Activities + excursions

We appreciate that keeping socially active is a fundamental part of a healthy lifestyle. Our social care team coordinates a robust social calendar of entertainment, events and activities, designed to encourage engagement, promote participation, and support residents to be as independent as possible. Our daily lifestyle activities include movie afternoons; social games; entertainment; barbecues; and community activities. Residents can also take one of our bus trips or shopping trips; or join our gardening group!

Sense of community

At Ingham Lodge, we see 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 Ingham community.

In person + video calls

Family and friends may visit Ingham Lodge 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

On behalf of myself and my wife Kerry, we wish to extend our deepest thanks and heartfelt gratitude to every member of the Alcheringa Aged Care team for the exceptional care and support provided to my late mother, Mrs. Lynette Marjorie Balcombe, during her time with you from 29 September 2025 until her passing on 18 December 2025. From the moment we first walked into Alcheringa seeking a suitable place for Mum, we were met with warmth, professionalism, and genuine care. As Mum’s health declined and she became increasingly confined to her room, your team continued to care for her with the utmost dignity, kindness, and respect. Despite her private nature and the significant loss of mobility she experienced, your staff ensured she was always comfortable, supported, and treated with genuine compassion. The respect and tenderness shown by the entire nursing and care team were deeply appreciated. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything you did for Lynette, and for the kindness and compassion you extended to us during such a difficult time.

Michael Williams

Family member of resident at Alcheringa

01 / 03

Enjoyed the bus trip to the Causeway Lake and Yeppoon that the activities team ...] had organsied.

Melvyn Lorraway

Resident at Gracemere Gardens

02 / 03

Violet’s very happy and healthy since being in Alkira we are always informed if she has a fall and we are happy with the medical care she receives

Family of resident Violet at Toogoolawah Alkira

03 / 03

Explanation of fees at Ingham Lodge

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:

$425,000 Standard room

$450,000 Deluxe room

$475,000 Premium room

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

Option 2: DAP

Daily payments:

$98.16 Standard room

$103.93 Deluxe room

$109.71 Premium 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 $212,500
and 50% daily payment (DAP) of $49.08

A word to prospective residents

Before becoming a resident at Ingham Lodge, 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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