Simple Guide to Fees
& Charges for Sydney Residential Care
Family operated residential care
We pride ourselves on providing the best clinical care for Sydney's residents
Fees and charges
The need to move into residential aged care can be an unexpected and sudden surprise, and we’re here to make this journey easier for you. We know that trying to make sense of all the complicated fees and charges in a short amount of time can be daunting.
We suggest you start at the Federal Government’s My Aged Care website for a basic outline of what you might or might not need to pay, depending on your means. As a rough guide, the more means you have, the more the government will require you to contribute to the costs (which are capped).
Daily Care fees
Daily Care fees are paid by all residents, which are set by the Federal Department of Health. You will never be asked to pay more than you can afford for basic daily care, which is about 85% of the full aged pension. This fee costs the same and is paid by every resident in every aged care home in Australia.
Means-tested fees
You may be required to pay or contribute towards accommodation costs. How much will depend on the Federal Government’s
assessment of your income and assets, which sets maximum limits on how much you’ll be asked to pay.
For a detailed explanation of accommodation costs at aged care facilities, please see
Aged care home costs and fees at the Federal Government’s
official My Aged Care website. Feel free to contact
accounts@homewoodcare.com.au or Reception on 02 9503 1800 if you have any questions.
If you are required to pay
If you are assessed as being required to pay for your accommodation, you can use a:
- lump-sum payment, called a ‘Refundable Accommodation Deposit’ (RAD)
- regular rental-type payment called a ‘Daily Accommodation Payment’ (DAP), or
- combination of both.
You’ll have 28 days from the day you enter an aged care home to decide on your payment method. Until you make this decision, you are required to pay your accommodation costs by a rental-type ‘Daily Accommodation Payment’ (DAP). We encourage you to consult an aged care financial planner for help with choosing the best option for your situation.
The services we offer all residents at no extra cost include:
- Physiotherapy assessment to enhance mobility and reduce pain
- Podiatry and other allied health services
- Pharmacy deliveries daily
- Activity program with a variety of social events
- Menu designed by a dietician
- Laundry
Optional care and services available at extra cost with Homewood Club:
- Beauty therapy
- Hairdressing
- Newspaper or magazines delivery
- Escort to external appointments
- Bus outings
- Phone call costs
- Superior Laundry Service
Lifestyle Services with Homewood Club
- Homewood Gardens at $34.95/day with a package of benefits that includes a
daily package value of $77 - Single Rooms in Homewood at $19.95/day with a daily package value of $46
RAD and DAP charges
Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) and Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) fees apply to financial residents only.
If you are required to pay
Basic daily fees are $63.82 per day.
Homewood Accommodation Fees
Single Room
+
Ensuite
Room Size
Approx. 13m²
Maximum RAD* Payable
$650,000
Maximum DAP** Payments 8.17%
$145.49
Example of combination payment of 50% refundable deposit and 50% daily payment
Example 50% RAD
$325,000
Example 50% DAP 8.17%
$72.75
Single Room
+
Shared Ensuite
Room Size
Approx. 15m²
Maximum RAD* Payable
$600,000
Maximum DAP** Payments
8.17%
$134.30
Example of combination payment of 50% refundable deposit and 50% daily payment
Example 50% RAD
$300,000
Example 50% DAP 8.17%
$67.15
2 Bed Companion Room
+
Shared Ensuite
Room Size
Approx. 25-30m²
Maximum RAD* Payable $500,000
Maximum DAP** Payments
8.17%
$111.92
Example of combination payment of 50% refundable deposit and 50% daily payment
Example 50% RAD
$250,000
Example 50% DAP 8.17%
$55.96
Homewood Gardens Fees
Please note
Homewood Club Gold Package fees applies to all admissions in Homewood Gardens, in addition to the accommodation fees below.
Single Room
+
Ensuite
Room Size
Approx. 28m²
Maximum RAD* Payable
$700,000
Maximum DAP** Payments
8.17%
$156.68
Example of combination payment of 50% refundable deposit and 50% daily payment
Example 50% RAD
$350,000
Example 50% DAP 8.17%
$78.34
Deluxe Single Room
+
Ensuite
Room Size
Approx. 30m²
Maximum RAD* Payable
$750,000
Maximum DAP** Payments on
8.17%
$167.88
Example of combination payment of 50% refundable deposit and 50% daily payment
Example 50% RAD
$375,000
Example 50% DAP 8.17%
$83.94
Deluxe Suite
+
Ensuite
Room Size
Approx. 32m²
Maximum RAD* Payable
$850,000
Maximum DAP** Payments 8.17%
$190.26
Example of combination payment of 50% refundable deposit and 50% daily payment
Example 50% RAD
$425,000
Example 50% DAP 8.17%
$95.13
As a family owned and operated business, the health and wellbeing of our residents is what drives us to deliver the best in care and services that make all the difference to their happiness.
Homewood Club gives you choices of the various lifestyle activities, entertainment, dining, equipment and services we offer.
| Rooms Extras | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Brand new pillows | yes | yes |
| King single electric bed | yes | yes |
| Personal bar fridge management - resident supplied | - | yes |
| Pillow menu | yes | yes |
| Private telephone - free local and interstate calls included | yes | yes |
| Branded Quality Personal Toiletries & Bathroom Products | yes | yes |
| Entertainment & Technology | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Family video conferencing | yes | yes |
| Flat Screen Smart TV | yes | yes |
| Internet / Wi-Fi | yes | yes |
| IT helpdesk | yes | yes |
| Radio Clock | yes | yes |
| Foxtel | - | yes |
| Earphones | yes | - |
| Wellbeing & Social Activities | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Personal birthday cake | yes | yes |
| Personal Equipment & Services | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Companion overnight in-room accommodation | - | yes |
| Credit card payment facility | yes | yes |
| Daily personal postage service | yes | yes |
| Dedicated personal mobility aids | yes | yes |
| Podiatrist -every 6 weeks | yes | yes |
| Simple clothing repairs | yes | yes |
| Test and tagging of personal electrical items | yes | yes |
| Upgrade to printed clothing labels | yes | yes |
| Washing of delicate items | yes | yes |
| Dining & Drinks | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Chef prepared meals | yes | yes |
| Happy Hour - weekly | yes | yes |
| Meal room service | yes | yes |
| Meals cooked onsite | yes | yes |
| Meal Takeaway Service | yes | yes |
| Cost | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Package Daily Fee | $19.95 | $34.95 |
| Package Daily Value | $46.00 | $77 |
Optional Services
| Entertainment & Technology | Cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cultural TV channel subscription | As per price list | per month |
| Daily newspaper or weekly magazine | As per price list | per month |
| Personal Equipment & Services | Cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Carer escort -appointments, shopping and more | $75.00 | per hour |
| Dry cleaning -includes pick-up and deliver | As per price list | per item |
| Hairdressing | As per price list | per item |
| Private carer | $75.00 | per hour |
| Private physiotherapist | $125.00 | per hour |
1 Standard Rate. Residents assessed as Government Supported by the Department of Human Services or Department of Veteran Affairs will be charged a maximum of $4.95 per day (indexed annually).
2 Club Package = Homewood, Gold Package = Homewood Gardens
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