Aged care homes in Donald, VIC
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Donald, part of the Loddon-Mallee planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Located in the Loddon-Mallee ACPR, Donald features two quality residential aged care facilities that currently hold a perfect average Star Rating of 5 out of 5. Both homes in this Victorian suburb have achieved this top-tier rating, including the Johnson-Goodwin Memorial Homes. Local families can access reliable, highly-rated care options within the community, ensuring local seniors benefit from the highest standards of support as measured by the government’s Star Ratings system.
Rating distribution
avg 5★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Donald
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Donald
- All homes in Donald score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 2 of 2 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Donald
| Johnson-Goodwin Memorial Homes Johnson-Goodwin Memorial Homes · Small · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Riverview Aged Care East Wimmera Health Service · Small · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.