John Goodlet Manor
615 THIRLMERE WAY, Thirlmere NSW 2572
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 John Goodlet Manor
These are not online reviews. The Australian Government interviews residents of John Goodlet Manor 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
- Feels safe: 42% said always, against a national average of 78%. Worth asking about on a visit.
- Well run: 21% said always, against a national average of 46%. Worth asking about on a visit.
- Treated with respect: 53% 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? | 53% | 95% always or mostly | 68% |
| Are staff kind and caring toward you? | 58% | 90% always or mostly | 69% |
| Do you feel safe here? | 42% | 74% always or mostly | 78% |
| Do you get the care you need? | 68% | 94% always or mostly | 65% |
| Do staff know what they are doing? | 47% | 89% always or mostly | 44% |
| Do you feel at home here? | 58% | 74% always or mostly | 64% |
| Do staff explain things to you? | 37% | 74% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do staff follow up when you raise something? | 47% | 73% always or mostly | 48% |
| Do you have a say in your daily life? | 63% | 74% always or mostly | 72% |
| Are you encouraged to do things for yourself? | 47% | 68% always or mostly | 60% |
| Is this place well run? | 21% | 79% always or mostly | 46% |
| Do you like the food here? | 32% | 53% 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 John Goodlet Manor compares
John Goodlet Manor holds an overall Star Rating of 3 out of 5. That is below the NSW average of 3.89, and below the national average of 3.83. Nationally, 0% of rated homes score lower and 78% score higher, with the rest level with it. Most homes cluster on the same few scores, so a single star of difference is a bigger gap than it looks. With 102 funded places it is about average in size (the national average is about 82).
Its strongest measure is compliance at 5 out of 5. Its weakest is quality measures at 2, which covers clinical outcomes the home reports, such as pressure injuries, falls, medication management and unplanned weight loss. That is the area worth probing on a visit, and we have turned it into specific questions below.
| Measure | John Goodlet Manor | National average |
|---|---|---|
| Residents' experience | 3 | 3.63 |
| Compliance | 5 | 4.82 |
| Staffing | 2 | 3.25 |
| Quality measures | 2 | 3.04 |
Other homes near John Goodlet Manor
Families almost never choose the first home they look at, and they should not have to. These are the closest alternatives to John Goodlet Manor, with their official ratings beside them. 1 of them currently rate higher.
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating | Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agris Hutrof House | Thirlmere | 3.5 km | 4 | 65 |
Ordered by distance, not by preference. No home pays to appear on this list.
Questions worth asking John Goodlet Manor
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?
- 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 John Goodlet Manor
What is the Star Rating of John Goodlet Manor?
John Goodlet Manor has an overall Star Rating of 3 out of 5 in the May 2026 Australian Government extract, against a national average of 3.83. The rating combines residents' experience, compliance, staffing and quality measures.
Where is John Goodlet Manor located?
John Goodlet Manor is at 615 THIRLMERE WAY, Thirlmere, NSW 2572. You can see every other home nearby on our Thirlmere page.
How many residents does John Goodlet Manor have?
John Goodlet Manor has 102 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 John Goodlet Manor?
John Goodlet Manor is operated by RSL LifeCare Limited (community based). 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 John Goodlet Manor?
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 John Goodlet Manor side by side with other options near Thirlmere, free.