Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home
2-6 Beale Street, Oakey QLD 4401
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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How Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home 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 Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home
Families almost never choose the first home they look at, and they should not have to. These are the closest alternatives to Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home, with their official ratings beside them.
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating | Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McLean Care CWA House | Oakey | 0.7 km | 4 | 38 |
| Mt Lofty Nursing Home | Toowoomba | 2.8 km | Not yet rated | 40 |
Ordered by distance, not by preference. No home pays to appear on this list.
Questions worth asking Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home
Tailored to this home’s own published scores rather than a generic checklist. Take them with you.
- 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 Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home
What is the Star Rating of Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home?
Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home 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 Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home located?
Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home is at 2-6 Beale Street, Oakey, QLD 4401. You can see every other home nearby on our Oakey page.
How many residents does Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home have?
Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home has 71 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 Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home?
Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home is operated by Queensland Health (state government). 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 Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home?
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 Dr E A F McDonald Nursing Home side by side with other options near Oakey, free.