Aged care homes near Burnt Bridge, VIC
No aged care homes are based in Burnt Bridge 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 Burnt Bridge
Donwood Community Aged Care Services
Lionsbrae Hostel
Croydon Grove Care Community
Bupa Croydon
Warrandyte Gardens Care Community
Regis Ringwood
Olivet Aged Persons Home
Della Dale Aged Care
Croydon Place Care Community
Ferndale Gardens Aged Care Services
Park Lane Croydon
Aeralife Bayswater
Greenway Gardens
Walmsley Aged Care
Arcare Ringwood
Estia Health Ringwood
Clarendon Grange Hostel
Mooroolbark Manor Care Community
What the official data says about aged care in Burnt Bridge
No aged care homes are based in Burnt Bridge itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 157 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 3.75 out of 5, against a Victoria average of 3.84 and 3.83 nationally. That is the pool worth comparing, since no home sits in Burnt Bridge itself.
The closest homes to Burnt Bridge
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donwood Community Aged Care Services | Croydon | 0.5 km | 3 |
| Lionsbrae Hostel | Ringwood East | 0.9 km | 4 |
| Croydon Grove Care Community | Croydon | 1.3 km | Not yet rated |
| Bupa Croydon | Croydon | 1.8 km | 4 |
| Warrandyte Gardens Care Community | Ringwood North | 1.9 km | Not yet rated |
| Regis Ringwood | Ringwood | 1.9 km | 3 |
| Olivet Aged Persons Home | Ringwood | 1.9 km | 4 |
| Della Dale Aged Care | Ringwood | 2.5 km | Not yet rated |
How within 20 km of Burnt Bridge 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 | 3.34 | 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 | 4.88 | 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 | 3.17 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.21 | 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 Burnt Bridge
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 (19 services nearby)Regis Aged Care (8 services nearby)Arcare (8 services nearby)Bolton Clarke (8 services nearby)Estia Health (7 services nearby)Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited (7 services nearby)Calvary (6 services nearby)Menarock Aged Care Services (Victoria) Pty Ltd (5 services nearby)Uniting Agewell Limited (5 services nearby)Bupa Aged Care (4 services nearby)Baptcare Ltd (4 services nearby)Wickro Pty Ltd (3 services nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Burnt Bridge
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Burnt Bridge 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 Burnt Bridge 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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Common questions about aged care in Burnt Bridge
How many aged care homes are there in Burnt Bridge?
None are based in Burnt Bridge itself, but 157 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Burnt Bridge 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 Burnt Bridge 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 Burnt Bridge as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Burnt Bridge?
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.