How many aged care homes are in Bairnsdale?

There are 5 residential aged care homes in Bairnsdale, Victoria listed in the Department of Health Star Ratings (February 2026 release).

What is the highest rated aged care home in Bairnsdale?

Jacaranda House Hostel (operated by Bairnsdale Regional Health Service) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 4, quality measures 3.

What is the average Star Rating in Bairnsdale?

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

How much does aged care cost in Bairnsdale?

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 Bairnsdale?

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 Bairnsdale, VIC

Compare 5 residential aged care homes in Bairnsdale, part of the Gippsland 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.

Bairnsdale offers residents five distinct aged care homes within the Gippsland Aged Care Planning Region. The local facilities hold an average Star Rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, reflecting the quality of care available across the town. Currently, the highest-rated facility in the area is Jacaranda House Hostel, which maintains a 4-star rating under the management of Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, providing essential support for the local ageing community.

Compare top 3 in Bairnsdale Filter & search

Homes

Avg overall

3.8★

+0.7 vs national

Avg staffing

3.4★

Avg experience

3.8★

Rating distribution

avg 3.8★ · 5 homes

5★

0 (0%)

4★

4 (80%)

3★

1 (20%)

2★

0 (0%)

1★

0 (0%)

Provider mix in Bairnsdale

3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service3 homes
DPG Services Pty Ltd1 home
Bupa Aged Care Australia Pty Ltd1 home

What to look for in Bairnsdale

All homes in Bairnsdale score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
3 of 5 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Jacaranda House Hostel at 4★.
1 of 5 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 5 highest rated aged care homes in Bairnsdale

1
Jacaranda House Hostel
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service · Small
4.0
2
Sutherland Lodge
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service · Small
4.0
3
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service · Small
4.0
4
Bupa Eastwood
Bupa Aged Care Australia Pty Ltd · Medium
4.0
5
Bairnsdale Parklands Care Community
DPG Services Pty Ltd · Medium
3.0

All homes in Bairnsdale


Jacaranda House Hostel Bairnsdale Regional Health Service · Small · Government	4.0	5	4	4	3
Sutherland Lodge Bairnsdale Regional Health Service · Small · Government	4.0	5	4	4	4
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service Bairnsdale Regional Health Service · Small · Government	4.0	5	4	4	4
Bupa Eastwood Bupa Aged Care Australia Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit	4.0	4	4	3	3
Bairnsdale Parklands Care Community DPG Services Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit	3.0	5	3	2	3