Aged care homes in Lara, VIC
Compare 1 residential aged care home in Lara, 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.
Lara residents have access to one residential aged care facility within the suburb, situated in the Barwon-South Western ACPR region. This local provider, Costa House, is operated by Respect Group Limited and currently holds a 4-star overall performance rating. Across the local aged care sector in Lara, the average Star Rating is 4 out of 5, providing a clear indication of care standards for families researching facilities in this Geelong-adjacent community.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Lara
- All homes in Lara score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Lara reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Costa House at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Lara
| Costa House Respect Group Limited · Medium · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Best by sub-rating in Lara
Best for staffing
- 1.Costa House3★
Best for experience
- 1.Costa House4★
Best for compliance
- 1.Costa House4★
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.