James Barker House
64 Buckley Street, Footscray VIC 3011
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 James Barker House 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 James Barker House
Families almost never choose the first home they look at, and they should not have to. These are the closest alternatives to James Barker House, with their official ratings beside them.
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating | Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptcare - Westhaven Community | Footscray | 0.3 km | 4 | 127 |
| Doutta Galla Footscray Aged Care Facility | Footscray | 0.7 km | 4 | 88 |
| Doutta Galla Yarraville Village Aged Care Facility | Yarraville | 1.1 km | 3 | 48 |
| Uniting AgeWell Kingsville | Kingsville | 1.7 km | 4 | 72 |
| Royal Freemasons Footscray | Footscray | 2.2 km | 4 | 60 |
| Doutta Galla Lynch's Bridge Aged Care Facility | Kensington | 3.1 km | 4 | 58 |
Ordered by distance, not by preference. No home pays to appear on this list.
Questions worth asking James Barker House
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 James Barker House
What is the Star Rating of James Barker House?
James Barker House 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 James Barker House located?
James Barker House is at 64 Buckley Street, Footscray, VIC 3011. You can see every other home nearby on our Footscray page.
How many residents does James Barker House have?
James Barker House has 120 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 James Barker House?
James Barker House is operated by The Salvation Army (Victoria) Property Trust (religious). 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 James Barker House?
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 James Barker House side by side with other options near Footscray, free.