Aged care homes near Monbulk, VIC
No aged care homes are based in Monbulk 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 Monbulk
Lifeview Emerald Glades
Mercy Place Boronia
Mercy Place Montrose
Martin Luther Homes
Villa Maria Catholic Homes Willowbrooke Aged Care Residence
Kirkbrae Kilsyth Nursing Home
MiCare Overbeek Lodge
MiCare Margriet Manor
Sherbrooke Private Nursing Home
Clovelly Cottage
Boronia Residential Aged Care
Walmsley Aged Care
Polish Retirement Home
Bolton Clarke Lilydale
Mooroolbark Manor Care Community
Arcare Lysterfield
Tabulam & Templer Home for the Aged
What the official data says about aged care in Monbulk
No aged care homes are based in Monbulk itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 56 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 3.82 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 Monbulk itself.
The closest homes to Monbulk
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lifeview Emerald Glades | Emerald | 5.9 km | 4 |
| Mercy Place Boronia | Montrose | 9.4 km | 4 |
| Mercy Place Montrose | Montrose | 9.4 km | 4 |
| Martin Luther Homes | The Basin | 10.8 km | 4 |
| Villa Maria Catholic Homes Willowbrooke Aged Care Residence | Upper Ferntree Gully | 10.9 km | 4 |
| Kirkbrae Kilsyth Nursing Home | Kilsyth | 11 km | 4 |
| MiCare Overbeek Lodge | Kilsyth | 11.4 km | 4 |
| MiCare Margriet Manor | Kilsyth | 11.5 km | 4 |
How within 20 km of Monbulk 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 | 3.56 | 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 | 4.89 | 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 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.24 | 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 Monbulk
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 (5 services nearby)Wickro Pty Ltd (4 services nearby)Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited (3 services nearby)Arcare (3 services nearby)Estia Health (3 services nearby)Mercy Health (2 services nearby)MiCare Ltd (2 services nearby)Menarock Aged Care Services (Victoria) Pty Ltd (2 services nearby)Norsan Pty Ltd (2 services nearby)Calvary (2 services nearby)Bupa Aged Care (2 services nearby)Farwell Nominees Pty Ltd (1 service nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Monbulk
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Monbulk 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 Monbulk 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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Emerald (1, 6 km)Montrose (2, 9 km)Upper Ferntree Gully (2, 11 km)The Basin (1, 11 km)Kilsyth (4, 12 km)Boronia (2, 12 km)Ferntree Gully (1, 12 km)Bayswater (3, 14 km)Lilydale (1, 14 km)Mooroolbark (1, 14 km)
Common questions about aged care in Monbulk
How many aged care homes are there in Monbulk?
None are based in Monbulk itself, but 56 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Monbulk 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 Monbulk 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 Monbulk as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Monbulk?
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.