How many aged care homes are in Childers?

There are 1 residential aged care home in Childers, Queensland listed in the Department of Health Star Ratings (February 2026 release).

What is the highest rated aged care home in Childers?

Forest View Aged Persons Home (operated by Forest View Childers Inc) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 5.

What is the average Star Rating in Childers?

The average overall Star Rating across Childers is 4★ (+0.9 versus the national average of 3.1★).

How much does aged care cost in Childers?

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 Childers?

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.

How many aged care homes are in Childers?

There are 1 residential aged care home in Childers, Queensland listed in the Department of Health Star Ratings (February 2026 release).

What is the highest rated aged care home in Childers?

Forest View Aged Persons Home (operated by Forest View Childers Inc) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 5, quality measures 2.

What is the average Star Rating in Childers?

The average overall Star Rating across Childers is 4★ (+0.9 versus the national average of 3.1★).

How much does aged care cost in Childers?

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 Childers?

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 Childers, QLD

Compare 1 residential aged care home in Childers, part of the Wide Bay planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 4★, above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.

Located within the Wide Bay Aged Care Planning Region, the township of Childers serves local seniors with a single residential aged care facility. This home currently holds an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting a commitment to quality standards. Forest View Aged Persons Home, operated by Forest View Childers Inc, represents the highest-rated option in the suburb, providing essential care services for the local community.

Compare top 3 in Childers Filter & search

Homes

Avg overall

4★

+0.9 vs national

Avg staffing

5★

Avg experience

4★

Rating distribution

avg 4★ · 1 homes

5★

0 (0%)

4★

1 (100%)

3★

0 (0%)

2★

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1★

0 (0%)

Provider mix in Childers

1 organisation operates homes in this suburb.

Forest View Childers Inc1 home

What to look for in Childers

All homes in Childers score 3★ or higher on compliance, a positive sign on regulatory standards.
1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark, ask about RN coverage at night.
No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Forest View Aged Persons Home at 4★.
0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.