Aged care homes near Heidelberg Heights, VIC
No aged care homes are based in Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights
The Views at Heidelberg
Estia Health Heidelberg West
Assisi Centre Aged Care
Calvary Rosanna Views
Ivanhoe Grand Care Community
Aeralife Twin Parks
Baptcare - Strathalan Community
Arcare Reservoir
Macleod Roshana Care
Fronditha Anesi Aged Care Services - Thornbury
Vasey RSL Care Bundoora
Preston Hilltop Care Community
Ian Brand Residential Care
Merv Irvine Nursing Home
Trinity Manor Greensborough
Deloraine Private Nursing Home
Bolton Clarke Templestowe Manor
Fronditha Lower Templestowe
What the official data says about aged care in Heidelberg Heights
No aged care homes are based in Heidelberg Heights itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 200 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 3.79 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 Heidelberg Heights itself.
The closest homes to Heidelberg Heights
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Views at Heidelberg | Heidelberg | 0.4 km | 3 |
| Estia Health Heidelberg West | Heidelberg West | 1.1 km | 4 |
| Assisi Centre Aged Care | Rosanna | 1.5 km | 3 |
| Calvary Rosanna Views | Rosanna | 1.8 km | Not yet rated |
| Ivanhoe Grand Care Community | Ivanhoe | 2 km | Not yet rated |
| Aeralife Twin Parks | Reservoir | 2.1 km | 4 |
| Baptcare - Strathalan Community | Macleod | 2.4 km | 4 |
| Arcare Reservoir | Reservoir | 3.1 km | 4 |
How within 20 km of Heidelberg Heights 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 | 4.91 | 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 | 3.34 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.14 | 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 Heidelberg Heights
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 (22 services nearby)Arcare (11 services nearby)Estia Health (9 services nearby)Bolton Clarke (9 services nearby)MECWA (8 services nearby)Regis Aged Care (8 services nearby)Baptcare Ltd (7 services nearby)Calvary (5 services nearby)Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited (5 services nearby)Uniting Agewell Limited (5 services nearby)Bupa Aged Care (5 services nearby)Anglican Aged Care Services Group (4 services nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Heidelberg Heights
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights 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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Heidelberg (1, 1 km)Heidelberg West (1, 1 km)Rosanna (2, 2 km)Ivanhoe (1, 3 km)Macleod (2, 3 km)Preston (2, 3 km)Reservoir (7, 5 km)Balwyn North (1, 6 km)Templestowe Lower (5, 6 km)Thornbury (3, 6 km)
Common questions about aged care in Heidelberg Heights
How many aged care homes are there in Heidelberg Heights?
None are based in Heidelberg Heights itself, but 200 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Heidelberg Heights?
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.