How many aged care homes are in East Bendigo?

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

What is the highest rated aged care home in East Bendigo?

Bentleys Aged Care (operated by Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre Inc) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 3.

What is the average Star Rating in East Bendigo?

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

How much does aged care cost in East Bendigo?

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 East Bendigo?

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 East Bendigo?

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

What is the highest rated aged care home in East Bendigo?

Bentleys Aged Care (operated by Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre Inc) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 3, quality measures 4.

What is the average Star Rating in East Bendigo?

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

How much does aged care cost in East Bendigo?

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 East Bendigo?

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 East Bendigo, VIC

Compare 1 residential aged care home in East Bendigo, part of the Loddon-Mallee 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.

East Bendigo is home to one residential aged care facility, serving the local community within the Loddon-Mallee ACPR region. This home currently maintains an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the quality of care provided in the area. Bentleys Aged Care, operated by Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre Inc, stands as the highest-rated facility in East Bendigo, achieving a 4-star rating under the federal government's quality assessment system.

Compare top 3 in East Bendigo Filter & search

Homes

Avg overall

4★

+0.9 vs national

Avg staffing

3★

Avg experience

4★

Rating distribution

avg 4★ · 1 homes

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4★

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Provider mix in East Bendigo

1 organisation operates homes in this suburb.

Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre Inc1 home

What to look for in East Bendigo

All homes in East Bendigo score 3★ or higher on compliance, a positive sign on regulatory standards.
No home in East Bendigo reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Bentleys Aged Care at 4★.
0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.