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Bupa Waratah

· 219 Christo Road Waratah 2298 NSW

Residential aged care at Bupa Waratah in Waratah, New South Wales

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia
  • Great for memory support

    Secure memory support unit for residents with high care dementia

    Concessional beds available

    Bupa Waratah admits eligible government supported residents

    Single rooms with ensuites

    Enjoy private rooms with a dedicated bathroom

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    About our home

    Bupa Waratah is located in the residential suburb of Waratah, Newcastle. It features a variety of common spaces including a dining room, lounge, sitting room, and a private reflection room, all designed to make residents feel at home. The facility also boasts well-maintained outdoor gardens, maintained by a resident gardening group, and a small courtyard for quiet respite or family visits.

    The care home provides a range of activities for its residents, such as arts and crafts, exercise classes, and library services, aimed at keeping them engaged and entertained. Bupa Waratah is positioned as a viable option for comfortable and active living in an aged care setting in Newcastle.

    • Gardens
    • Outdoor courtyard
    • Nearby shops
    • Organised activities
    • Near to beach

    Bupa Waratah Rating

    Based on resident reviews and Government service audits.

    8.2
    Overall Score
    193
    Staffing Minutes
    3 Year Accreditation

    Bupa Waratah Reviews

    8.4· Recommended by 93% residents

    Categories

    Staff8.3
    83%
    Home8.3
    83%
    Independence8.8
    88%
    Food7.3
    73%
    Kindness8.2
    82%
    Safety9.3
    93%

    The Residents Experience rating shows what current residents at Bupa Waratah think of the food, staff, care and more. These ratings are from the 2024 Aged Care Quality Commission Survey.

    Ann Baker
    Ann Baker
     · 09/01/2023

    This home has improved in leaps and bounds in the last few months. The staff are being lead by an experienced and dedicated General Manager, who is ensuring the best quality care for all who reside here. The clinical team are also lead by two dedicated clinical managers and the improvement is evident. The residents are happier and joining in on all the wonderful activities that are on offer, the engagement is heartwarming. This home is now in the best of hands and better than it’s ever been. Well done Bupa Waratah, keep up the good work.

    Raymond Johns
    Raymond Johns
     · 29/12/2022

    This home deserves to be recognised for the incredible improvements that have been made. New management and staff have made a huge shift in the quality of care for our loved ones. The atmosphere has changed immensely and the amount of residents that are out enjoying the activities and smiles on their faces tell a different story than that portrayed in the media. Keep up the great work Bupa Waratah, you all should be proud!

    Rooms & Pricing

    No Accommodation fee for respite

    You will only pay the Basic daily fee and may pay an additional services fee.

    Concessional residents welcome

    Bupa Waratah supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

    Instead of paying a RAD you can choose to pay a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) which is a non-refundable daily fee, based on the room price and the maximum permissable interest rate set by the Department of Health and Aged Care.

    Room Type
    Price
    CompanionShared room + shared bathroom
    $66.58 Daily
    SuperiorSingle room + ensuite
    $103.32 Daily
    Classic EnsuiteSingle room + ensuite
    $103.32 Daily
    ClassicSingle room + no bathroom or ensuite
    $82.65 Daily

    About the Staff

    193
    193 mins
    All Care Staff
    45 mins
    Registered Nurse

    Residents at Bupa Waratah on average received 193 minutes of total daily care (92% target) from a combination of support workers, enrolled and registered nurses. In October 2024, a Registered Nurse was on site 24:00 hours per day.

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    Things to know

    About the operator

    • Operated by Bupa Aged Care Australia Pty Ltd
    • For profit business
    • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
    • ABN: 74082931575

    Safety Checks

    • Certification valid
    • Has received notice of sanction
    • Is accredited

    Location

    219 Christo Road Waratah 2298 NSW

    Questions

    What is the ACQSC star rating of Bupa Waratah?

    This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Acceptable.

    What is the price range of residential aged care at Bupa Waratah?

    Bupa Waratah has 4 different types of rooms which range in price between $290,000 and $450,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.

    Updated: 7 December 2024