Aged care homes near Fern Hill, VIC
No aged care homes are based in Fern Hill 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 Fern Hill
Trentham Hostel
Trentham Nursing Home
Bupa Woodend
Bupa Kyneton
What the official data says about aged care in Fern Hill
No aged care homes are based in Fern Hill itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 5 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 3.33 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 Fern Hill itself.
The closest homes to Fern Hill
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trentham Hostel | Trentham | 6.8 km | Not yet rated |
| Trentham Nursing Home | Trentham | 6.8 km | Not yet rated |
| Bupa Woodend | Woodend | 12 km | 4 |
| Bupa Kyneton | Kyneton | 13.3 km | 3 |
| RM Begg | Kyneton | 13.9 km | 3 |
What residents within 20 km of Fern Hill say
Averaged across the 3 homes within 20 km of Fern Hill whose residents were interviewed by the government. This is the local picture behind the star ratings. Residents here are most positive about feels safe (72% said always) and least positive about likes the food (17%).
| Residents said “always” to | Nearby | National |
|---|---|---|
| Treated with respect | 58% | 68% |
| Staff are kind and caring | 58% | 69% |
| Feels safe | 72% | 78% |
| Gets the care needed | 53% | 65% |
| Staff know what they are doing | 29% | 44% |
| Feels like home | 62% | 64% |
| Things are explained | 36% | 46% |
| Concerns followed up | 40% | 48% |
| Has a say | 60% | 72% |
| Encouraged to be independent | 51% | 60% |
| Well run | 43% | 46% |
| Likes the food | 17% | 28% |
How within 20 km of Fern Hill 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 | 3.33 | 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 | 4.67 | 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 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.33 | 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 Fern Hill
Many services belong to a larger group. Knowing the operator is useful, because standards, pricing structures and culture often travel across a group.
Central Highlands Rural Health (2 services nearby)Bupa Aged Care (2 services nearby)Respect Group Limited (1 service nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Fern Hill
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Fern Hill 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 Fern Hill 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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Trentham (2, 7 km)Woodend (1, 12 km)Kyneton (2, 14 km)New Gisborne (1, 21 km)Gisborne (2, 22 km)Daylesford (3, 23 km)Ballan (1, 30 km)Romsey (1, 30 km)Darley (1, 33 km)Bacchus Marsh (1, 34 km)
Common questions about aged care in Fern Hill
How many aged care homes are there in Fern Hill?
None are based in Fern Hill itself, but 5 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Fern Hill 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 Fern Hill 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 Fern Hill as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Fern Hill?
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.