Annandale Grove Care Community
76 Johnston Street, Annandale NSW 2038
Official Star Rating
Source: Australian Government Star Ratings quarterly extract, May 2026. Ratings are published by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, not by CareShortlist.
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What residents say about Annandale Grove Care Community
These are not online reviews. The Australian Government interviews residents of Annandale Grove Care Community face to face and publishes what they said. Below is the share who answered “always” to each question, from the 2025 survey round. It is the closest thing to hearing from the people who actually live there.
Where residents rate it highest
- Likes the food: 57% said always, against a national average of 28%.
- Concerns followed up: 71% said always, against a national average of 48%.
- Well run: 64% said always, against a national average of 46%.
Where residents rate it lower
- Encouraged to be independent: 36% said always, against a national average of 60%. Worth asking about on a visit.
| What residents were asked | Said “always” | Positive overall | National average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Do staff treat you with respect? | 71% | 92% always or mostly | 68% |
| Are staff kind and caring toward you? | 79% | 100% always or mostly | 69% |
| Do you feel safe here? | 71% | 92% always or mostly | 78% |
| Do you get the care you need? | 79% | 93% always or mostly | 65% |
| Do staff know what they are doing? | 50% | 93% always or mostly | 44% |
| Do you feel at home here? | 71% | 92% always or mostly | 64% |
| Do staff explain things to you? | 50% | 79% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do staff follow up when you raise something? | 71% | 100% always or mostly | 48% |
| Do you have a say in your daily life? | 71% | 85% always or mostly | 72% |
| Are you encouraged to do things for yourself? | 36% | 79% always or mostly | 60% |
| Is this place well run? | 64% | 85% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do you like the food here? | 57% | 78% always or mostly | 28% |
Source: Residents’ Experience survey, Australian Government Star Ratings (May 2026 extract), interviews conducted in 2025. Percentages are of residents interviewed at this home, not of all residents. CareShortlist does not edit, weight or rank these answers.
How Annandale Grove Care Community compares
This service does not have a published Star Rating in the May 2026 government extract, so it cannot be compared on score. That is not a red flag by itself: newer services, Multi-Purpose Services and some regional programs are commonly unrated. It does mean the questions you ask on a visit carry more weight than usual.
Other homes near Annandale Grove Care Community
Families almost never choose the first home they look at, and they should not have to. These are the closest alternatives to Annandale Grove Care Community, with their official ratings beside them.
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating | Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanmore Place Care Community | Stanmore | 1.4 km | Not yet rated | 69 |
| Uniting Aldersgate Lilyfield | Lilyfield | 1.7 km | 4 | 96 |
| Uniting Locke Haven Petersham | Petersham | 1.9 km | 4 | 48 |
| Uniting The Marion Leichhardt | Leichhardt | 2.1 km | 4 | 134 |
| Catholic Healthcare Lewisham Retirement Hostel | Lewisham | 2.1 km | 5 | 40 |
| Catholic Healthcare Lewisham Nursing Home | Lewisham | 2.1 km | 4 | 56 |
Ordered by distance, not by preference. No home pays to appear on this list.
Questions worth asking Annandale Grove Care Community
Tailored to this home’s own published scores rather than a generic checklist. Take them with you.
- What are your current rates for falls, pressure injuries and unplanned weight loss, and what are you doing to improve them?
- Why does this service not have a published Star Rating yet, and when do you expect one?
- What is the total weekly cost for someone with my family member's care needs, itemised, including extras?
- Who would be their main carer day to day, and what happens on nights and weekends?
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Common questions about Annandale Grove Care Community
What is the Star Rating of Annandale Grove Care Community?
Annandale Grove Care Community does not have a published overall Star Rating in the May 2026 government extract. This is common for newer services, Multi-Purpose Services and some regional programs.
Where is Annandale Grove Care Community located?
Annandale Grove Care Community is at 76 Johnston Street, Annandale, NSW 2038. You can see every other home nearby on our Annandale page.
How many residents does Annandale Grove Care Community have?
Annandale Grove Care Community has 68 government-funded residential places, compared with a national average of about 82 per home. Size affects the feel of a home and the staffing ratios you should ask about.
Who owns Annandale Grove Care Community?
Annandale Grove Care Community is operated by DPG Services Pty Ltd (private incorporated body). Standards and pricing structures often travel across a provider group, so it is worth looking at their other homes too.
How do I arrange a place at Annandale Grove Care Community?
You need an aged care assessment through My Aged Care (myagedcare.gov.au or 1800 200 422) before a government-funded place can be offered. Once approved, contact the home directly to ask about availability and to arrange a visit. We can also introduce you and put Annandale Grove Care Community side by side with other options near Annandale, free.