Aged care homes near Dumbalk North, VIC
No aged care homes are based in Dumbalk North itself on the current national service list, but nearby homes are listed below. Here is what is within 20 km.
Aged care homes within 20 km of Dumbalk North
Calvary Strzelecki House
Prom Country Aged Care
Koorooman House Nursing Home
Woorayl Lodge Hostel
What the official data says about aged care in Dumbalk North
No aged care homes are based in Dumbalk North itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 4 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 3.5 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 Dumbalk North itself.
The closest homes to Dumbalk North
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calvary Strzelecki House | Mirboo North | 12.8 km | Not yet rated |
| Prom Country Aged Care | Foster | 16.3 km | 3 |
| Koorooman House Nursing Home | Leongatha | 19.4 km | Not yet rated |
| Woorayl Lodge Hostel | Leongatha | 20 km | 4 |
What residents within 20 km of Dumbalk North say
Averaged across the 2 homes within 20 km of Dumbalk North whose residents were interviewed by the government. This is the local picture behind the star ratings. Residents here are most positive about has a say (86% said always) and least positive about likes the food (31%).
| Residents said “always” to | Nearby | National |
|---|---|---|
| Treated with respect | 71% | 68% |
| Staff are kind and caring | 78% | 69% |
| Feels safe | 82% | 78% |
| Gets the care needed | 63% | 65% |
| Staff know what they are doing | 68% | 44% |
| Feels like home | 63% | 64% |
| Things are explained | 59% | 46% |
| Concerns followed up | 50% | 48% |
| Has a say | 86% | 72% |
| Encouraged to be independent | 63% | 60% |
| Well run | 63% | 46% |
| Likes the food | 31% | 28% |
How within 20 km of Dumbalk North 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 | 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 | 5 | 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 | 2.5 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3 | 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 Dumbalk North
Many services belong to a larger group. Knowing the operator is useful, because standards, pricing structures and culture often travel across a group.
Calvary (1 service nearby)Prom Country Aged Care Inc (1 service nearby)Gippsland Southern Health Service (1 service nearby)Woorayl Lodge Inc (1 service nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Dumbalk North
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Dumbalk North 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 Dumbalk North 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 Dumbalk North
How many aged care homes are there in Dumbalk North?
None are based in Dumbalk North itself, but 4 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Dumbalk North 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 Dumbalk North 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 Dumbalk North as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Dumbalk North?
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.