How many aged care homes are in Geelong?

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

What is the highest rated aged care home in Geelong?

Kardinia Parkside Care Community (operated by DPG Services Pty Ltd) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 3.

What is the average Star Rating in Geelong?

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

How much does aged care cost in Geelong?

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 Geelong?

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 Geelong?

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

What is the highest rated aged care home in Geelong?

Kardinia Parkside Care Community (operated by DPG Services Pty Ltd) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 3, quality measures 3.

What is the average Star Rating in Geelong?

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

How much does aged care cost in Geelong?

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 Geelong?

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 Geelong, VIC

Compare 1 residential aged care home in Geelong, part of the Barwon-South Western 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.

Residents in Geelong, located within the Barwon-South Western ACPR, have access to one residential aged care facility providing local support. This home maintains an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting the quality of care available in the region. Kardinia Parkside Care Community, operated by DPG Services Pty Ltd, currently holds this 4-star rating, serving as the primary aged care option for the local Geelong community.

Compare top 3 in Geelong Filter & search

Homes

Avg overall

4★

+0.9 vs national

Avg staffing

3★

Avg experience

4★

Rating distribution

avg 4★ · 1 homes

5★

0 (0%)

4★

1 (100%)

3★

0 (0%)

2★

0 (0%)

1★

0 (0%)

Provider mix in Geelong

1 organisation operates homes in this suburb.

DPG Services Pty Ltd1 home

What to look for in Geelong

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