Aged care homes near Ernest Junction, QLD
No aged care homes are based in Ernest Junction 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 Ernest Junction
Arcare Parkwood
Infinite Care Ashmore
Churches of Christ Homesteads Aged Care Service
Hill View House - Ashmore
St Vincent's Care Services Arundel
Blue Care Arundel Woodlands Lodge Aged Care Facility
Ashmore Gardens Care Community
Southport Lodge
Arcare Helensvale
Harbour Quays Residential Aged Care
Estia Health Southport
Broadwater Grove Care Community
Wisteria Lodge
Blue Care Labrador Aged Care Facility
Churches of Christ Golden Age Aged Care Service
What the official data says about aged care in Ernest Junction
No aged care homes are based in Ernest Junction itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 48 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 3.95 out of 5, against a Queensland average of 3.89 and 3.83 nationally. That is the pool worth comparing, since no home sits in Ernest Junction itself.
The closest homes to Ernest Junction
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcare Parkwood | Parkwood | 2.7 km | 4 |
| Infinite Care Ashmore | Ashmore | 3.3 km | 4 |
| De Paul Villa Aged Care | Ashmore | 3.4 km | 4 |
| Churches of Christ Homesteads Aged Care Service | Nerang | 4.1 km | 4 |
| Hill View House - Ashmore | Ashmore | 4.2 km | 4 |
| St Vincent's Care Services Arundel | Arundel | 4.3 km | 4 |
| Blue Care Arundel Woodlands Lodge Aged Care Facility | Arundel | 4.4 km | Not yet rated |
| Ashmore Gardens Care Community | Ashmore | 4.6 km | Not yet rated |
How within 20 km of Ernest Junction 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 | 3.95 | 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 | 4.79 | 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 | 3.26 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.13 | 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 Ernest Junction
Many services belong to a larger group. Knowing the operator is useful, because standards, pricing structures and culture often travel across a group.
Arcare (5 services nearby)Ozcare (4 services nearby)Estia Health (4 services nearby)Churches of Christ in Queensland (3 services nearby)Opal HealthCare (3 services nearby)Bolton Clarke (3 services nearby)EAST COAST CARE NO.7 PTY LTD (2 services nearby)St Vincent's Care Services Ltd (2 services nearby)The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (Q.) (2 services nearby)Bupa Aged Care (2 services nearby)Shalimah Aust Pty Ltd (1 service nearby)Planlow Pty Ltd (1 service nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Ernest Junction
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Ernest Junction 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 Ernest Junction 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.
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Parkwood (1, 3 km)Arundel (2, 4 km)Nerang (2, 4 km)Ashmore (4, 4 km)Labrador (3, 5 km)Southport (7, 6 km)Benowa (1, 6 km)Helensvale (2, 6 km)Biggera Waters (3, 6 km)Runaway Bay (2, 7 km)
Common questions about aged care in Ernest Junction
How many aged care homes are there in Ernest Junction?
None are based in Ernest Junction itself, but 48 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Ernest Junction 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 Ernest Junction 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 Ernest Junction as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Ernest Junction?
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.