Aged care homes in Dandenong, VIC

Compare 4 residential aged care homes in Dandenong, part of the Southern Metro planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 3★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.

Dandenong serves residents in the Southern Metro Aged Care Planning Region with four residential aged care facilities currently operating within the suburb. These local homes hold an average Star Rating of 3 out of 5, reflecting the current quality standards across the area. Mercy Place Dandenong, operated by Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd, maintains the highest local performance with a 4-star rating, providing a key care option for the community.

What to look for in Dandenong

• 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
• 1 of 4 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
• No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Mercy Place Dandenong at 4★.
• 1 of 4 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 4 highest rated aged care homes in Dandenong

1. 1
   Mercy Place Dandenong

   Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd · Large
   4.0
2. 2
   Estia Health Dandenong

   Estia Investments Pty Ltd · Small
   4.0
3. 3
   Wintringham Eunice Seddon Home

   WINTRINGHAM LIMITED · Small
   4.0
4. 4
   Calvary Scottvale

   Calvary Aged Care Limited · Medium
   0.0

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