Canberra Aged Care Facility
48 Archibald Street, Lyneham ACT 2602
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 Canberra Aged Care Facility
These are not online reviews. The Australian Government interviews residents of Canberra Aged Care Facility 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
- Gets the care needed: 0% said always, against a national average of 65%. Worth asking about on a visit.
- Feels like home: 13% said always, against a national average of 64%. Worth asking about on a visit.
- Feels safe: 27% said always, against a national average of 78%. Worth asking about on a visit.
| What residents were asked | Said “always” | Positive overall | National average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Do staff treat you with respect? | 27% | 100% always or mostly | 68% |
| Are staff kind and caring toward you? | 73% | 100% always or mostly | 69% |
| Do you feel safe here? | 27% | 100% always or mostly | 78% |
| Do you get the care you need? | 0% | 93% always or mostly | 65% |
| Do staff know what they are doing? | 7% | 74% always or mostly | 44% |
| Do you feel at home here? | 13% | 53% always or mostly | 64% |
| Do staff explain things to you? | 7% | 54% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do staff follow up when you raise something? | 0% | 40% always or mostly | 48% |
| Do you have a say in your daily life? | 27% | 87% always or mostly | 72% |
| Are you encouraged to do things for yourself? | 13% | 53% always or mostly | 60% |
| Is this place well run? | 0% | 87% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do you like the food here? | 0% | 7% 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 Canberra Aged Care Facility 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 Canberra Aged Care Facility
Families almost never choose the first home they look at, and they should not have to. These are the closest alternatives to Canberra Aged Care Facility, with their official ratings beside them.
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating | Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Leslie Morshead Manor | Lyneham | 0.2 km | 4 | 79 |
| Mona Tait Gardens | Kaleen | 1.7 km | 4 | 80 |
| Goodwin Ainslie (Goodwin House) | Ainslie | 2.1 km | 4 | 108 |
| Calvary Haydon Retirement Community | Bruce | 3.2 km | Not yet rated | 100 |
| IRT Kangara Waters | Belconnen | 4.2 km | 4 | 100 |
| Southern Cross Care Campbell Residential Aged Care | Campbell | 5.7 km | 4 | 42 |
Ordered by distance, not by preference. No home pays to appear on this list.
Questions worth asking Canberra Aged Care Facility
Tailored to this home’s own published scores rather than a generic checklist. Take them with you.
- Can I speak with a current resident or a family member of one, without a staff member present?
- What did residents say in the most recent experience survey, and what changed as a result?
- 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 Canberra Aged Care Facility
What is the Star Rating of Canberra Aged Care Facility?
Canberra Aged Care Facility 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 Canberra Aged Care Facility located?
Canberra Aged Care Facility is at 48 Archibald Street, Lyneham, ACT 2602. You can see every other home nearby on our Lyneham page.
How many residents does Canberra Aged Care Facility have?
Canberra Aged Care Facility has 114 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 Canberra Aged Care Facility?
Canberra Aged Care Facility is operated by Fresh Fields Management (NSW) - No 1 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 Canberra Aged Care Facility?
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 Canberra Aged Care Facility side by side with other options near Lyneham, free.