Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community
23 McGilton Road, Berri SA 5343
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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community
These are not online reviews. The Australian Government interviews residents of Calvary St Catherine's Retirement 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 lower
- Things are explained: 15% said always, against a national average of 46%. Worth asking about on a visit.
- Well run: 15% said always, against a national average of 46%. Worth asking about on a visit.
- Treated with respect: 46% said always, against a national average of 68%. Worth asking about on a visit.
| What residents were asked | Said “always” | Positive overall | National average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Do staff treat you with respect? | 46% | 100% always or mostly | 68% |
| Are staff kind and caring toward you? | 54% | 100% always or mostly | 69% |
| Do you feel safe here? | 62% | 100% always or mostly | 78% |
| Do you get the care you need? | 46% | 100% always or mostly | 65% |
| Do staff know what they are doing? | 31% | 100% always or mostly | 44% |
| Do you feel at home here? | 54% | 92% always or mostly | 64% |
| Do staff explain things to you? | 15% | 84% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do staff follow up when you raise something? | 38% | 76% always or mostly | 48% |
| Do you have a say in your daily life? | 54% | 85% always or mostly | 72% |
| Are you encouraged to do things for yourself? | 46% | 69% always or mostly | 60% |
| Is this place well run? | 15% | 100% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do you like the food here? | 31% | 77% 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community
Families almost never choose the first home they look at, and they should not have to. These are the closest alternatives to Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community, with their official ratings beside them.
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating | Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonney Lodge | Barmera | 13.3 km | 3 | 81 |
Ordered by distance, not by preference. No home pays to appear on this list.
Questions worth asking Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community
Tailored to this home’s own published scores rather than a generic checklist. Take them with you.
- How many registered nurse hours does each resident receive per day, and how does that compare with the government target? Ask to see the current roster.
- How often do you use agency staff rather than your own, and what is your staff turnover in the last year?
- 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community
What is the Star Rating of Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community?
Calvary St Catherine's Retirement 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community located?
Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community is at 23 McGilton Road, Berri, SA 5343. You can see every other home nearby on our Berri page.
How many residents does Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community have?
Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community has 50 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community?
Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community is operated by Calvary Aged Care Limited (charitable). 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement 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 Calvary St Catherine's Retirement Community side by side with other options near Berri, free.