How many aged care homes are in Grafton?

There are 5 residential aged care homes in Grafton, New South Wales listed in the Department of Health Star Ratings (February 2026 release).

What is the highest rated aged care home in Grafton?

Catholic Healthcare St Francis Aged Care (operated by Catholic Healthcare Limited) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 5★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 5, staffing 3, quality measures 5.

What is the average Star Rating in Grafton?

The average overall Star Rating across Grafton is 3.8★ (+0.7 versus the national average of 3.1★).

How much does aged care cost in Grafton?

Costs are set by the Department of Health and Disability and depend on your income, assets, and the room you choose. Most fees are capped nationally. Use the My Aged Care fee estimator at myagedcare.gov.au for an individual estimate.

How do I apply for an aged care home in Grafton?

You need an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment to be eligible for permanent residential care. Apply through My Aged Care (1800 200 422) or myagedcare.gov.au, then contact the home directly to discuss availability.

Aged care homes in Grafton, NSW

Compare 5 residential aged care homes in Grafton, part of the Far North Coast planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 3.8★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.

Residents in the regional hub of Grafton, located within the Far North Coast ACPR, have access to five residential aged care homes. These facilities currently maintain an average Star Rating of 3.8 out of five, reflecting the quality of care provided across the local area. Catholic Healthcare St Francis Aged Care stands out as the highest-rated facility in the suburb, achieving a 5-star rating for its commitment to excellence in resident care.

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Homes

Avg overall

3.8★

+0.7 vs national

Avg staffing

2.8★

Avg experience

3.6★

Rating distribution

avg 3.8★ · 5 homes

5★

1 (20%)

4★

2 (40%)

3★

2 (40%)

2★

0 (0%)

1★

0 (0%)

Provider mix in Grafton

5 organisations operate homes in this suburb.

The Frank Whiddon Masonic Homes of New South Wales1 home
Clarence Village Limited1 home
Fresh Fields Management (NSW) Pty Ltd1 home
Catholic Healthcare Limited1 home
Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) Limited1 home

What to look for in Grafton

All homes in Grafton score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
No home in Grafton reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
2 of 5 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 5 highest rated aged care homes in Grafton

1
Catholic Healthcare St Francis Aged Care
Catholic Healthcare Limited · Small
5.0
2
Whiddon Grafton
The Frank Whiddon Masonic Homes of New South Wales · Medium
4.0
3
Dougherty Villa
Clarence Village Limited · Medium
4.0
4
Grafton Aged Care Home
Fresh Fields Management (NSW) Pty Ltd · Small
3.0
5
Southern Cross Care St Catherine's Residential Aged Care
Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) Limited · Medium
3.0

All homes in Grafton


Catholic Healthcare St Francis Aged Care Catholic Healthcare Limited · Small · Not for Profit	5.0	5	5	3	5
Whiddon Grafton The Frank Whiddon Masonic Homes of New South Wales · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	4	3	2
Dougherty Villa Clarence Village Limited · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	4	3	5
Grafton Aged Care Home Fresh Fields Management (NSW) Pty Ltd · Small · For profit	3.0	5	2	3	4
Southern Cross Care St Catherine's Residential Aged Care Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) Limited · Medium · Not for Profit	3.0	4	3	2	4