Aged care homes near Brightwaters, NSW
No aged care homes are based in Brightwaters itself on the current government service list, but nearby homes are listed below. Here is what is within 20 km.
Aged care homes within 20 km of Brightwaters
Bolton Clarke Bayside (PKA - Bayside Residential Aged Care Facility)
Avondale House
BaptistCare Bethshan Gardens Centre
Southern Cross Care Mawsons Court Residential Aged Care
Alton Lodge
Anglican Care Kilpatrick Court
Fig Tree Point Aged Care Facility
Bolton Clarke Macquarie View - Bolton Point
Arcare Belmont
Whiddon Belmont
Lake Haven Court Aged Care Facility
Uniting Narla Belmont North
RFBI Lake Haven Masonic Village
Anglican Care Warnervale Gardens
Calvary St Francis Retirement Community
Norah Head Care Community
Catholic Healthcare Our Lady of Loreto Gardens
What the official data says about aged care in Brightwaters
No aged care homes are based in Brightwaters itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 31 homes within 20 km, and most families end up choosing one a short drive away.
Across the homes within 20 km, the average overall Star Rating is 3.83 out of 5, against a New South Wales average of 3.89 and 3.83 nationally. That is the pool worth comparing, since no home sits in Brightwaters itself.
The closest homes to Brightwaters
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Clarke Bayside (PKA - Bayside Residential Aged Care Facility) | Bonnells Bay | 3.7 km | 4 |
| Avondale House | Cooranbong | 9.1 km | 4 |
| BaptistCare Bethshan Gardens Centre | Wyee | 9.2 km | 4 |
| Southern Cross Care Mawsons Court Residential Aged Care | Caves Beach | 9.4 km | 4 |
| Alton Lodge | Cooranbong | 9.6 km | 4 |
| Anglican Care Kilpatrick Court | Toronto | 11.9 km | 3 |
| Fig Tree Point Aged Care Facility | Toronto | 13.1 km | 4 |
| Bolton Clarke Macquarie View - Bolton Point | Bolton Point | 14 km | 5 |
How within 20 km of Brightwaters score on each measure
An overall rating is built from four separate measures. Averages for the homes in reach, next to the national average, so you can see where this area is genuinely strong and where to ask harder questions.
| Measure | Within 20 km | National | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents' experience | 4.08 | 3.63 | how residents themselves rated life in the home, collected in face-to-face interviews. It is the closest thing to asking the people who live there. |
| Compliance | 4.83 | 4.82 | whether the home has met its regulatory obligations. Almost every home scores well here, so a low score is a genuine warning sign rather than a small ding. |
| Staffing | 2.88 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.08 | 3.04 | clinical outcomes the home reports, such as pressure injuries, falls, medication management and unplanned weight loss. |
Source: Australian Government Star Ratings, May 2026 extract. How to read these ratings properly.
Who runs the homes within reach of Brightwaters
Many services belong to a larger group. Knowing the operator is useful, because standards, pricing structures and culture often travel across a group.
Opal HealthCare (5 services nearby)Anglican Care (4 services nearby)Arcare (3 services nearby)Bolton Clarke (2 services nearby)Seventh-day Adventist Aged Care (North New South Wales) Ltd (2 services nearby)Hunter Valley Care Pty Ltd (2 services nearby)The Frank Whiddon Masonic Homes of New South Wales (2 services nearby)Alino Living (2 services nearby)The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) (2 services nearby)BaptistCare (1 service nearby)Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) Limited (1 service nearby)Royal Freemasons' Benevolent Institution (1 service nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Brightwaters
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Brightwaters as anywhere in Australia: a basic daily fee of $66.80 a day (as at 20 March 2026) that everyone pays, a means-tested care fee based on your income and assets, and an accommodation payment set by each individual home. That last one is where Brightwaters homes will differ from each other, and it is the number to ask for in writing. Non-clinical contributions are capped over a lifetime at $137,917.01.
Estimate a room deposit or daily payment · The full cost guide
Want a shortlist for Brightwaters instead of a directory?
Tell us what your family needs and we will narrow this list to the options that actually fit: care needs, budget, availability and distance. Free, online, no pressure.
Get my Brightwaters shortlistNearby areas
Bonnells Bay (1, 4 km)Wyee (1, 9 km)Cooranbong (2, 9 km)Caves Beach (1, 9 km)Toronto (2, 12 km)Belmont (2, 14 km)Bolton Point (1, 14 km)Charmhaven (1, 14 km)Belmont North (1, 15 km)Lake Haven (1, 15 km)
Common questions about aged care in Brightwaters
How many aged care homes are there in Brightwaters?
None are based in Brightwaters itself, but 31 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Brightwaters cost?
There is no single figure. Everyone pays a basic daily fee of $66.80 a day (as at 20 March 2026). On top of that sits a means-tested care fee set by your income and assets, and an accommodation payment that each home sets individually, paid as a refundable lump sum, a daily payment, or a mix. Lifetime contributions are capped at $137,917.01.
Do I have to choose a home in Brightwaters itself?
No. You can enter any home in Australia that has a place available and accepts your assessment. Families often look a few suburbs wider to find the right fit, which is why we show everything within 20 km of Brightwaters as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Brightwaters?
An assessment through My Aged Care (myagedcare.gov.au or 1800 200 422). Nothing is government funded until that assessment is done, and the queue moves slowly, so applying early is the single most useful thing you can do. You can shortlist homes while you wait.