Rathgar Lodge (UPA)

· 30 Lynhaven Crescent Ulmarra 2462 NSW

Residential aged care at Rathgar Lodge (UPA) in Ulmarra, New South Wales

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia

About our home

Rathgar Lodge is an accredited Ageing in Place facility located in Ulmarra, near the Clarence River and close to Grafton's shopping/business areas. It houses a 20-bed low care hostel and a 12-bed secure special care wing for dementia patients. The facility is equipped with safety features like a 24-hour emergency call system, fire sprinklers, and electric high-low beds.

The dementia-specific care unit is purpose-built to provide top-tier care and security. Rathgar Lodge offers a variety of social activities, including community bus outings, arts and crafts, exercise classes, and more. It caters to special dietary needs with a rotating menu. Additionally, the facility features alarmed and secured external doors, spacious communal areas, and experienced staff attuned to the residents' individual needs.

  • Onsite chapel
  • Gardens
  • Outdoor courtyard
  • Onsite hairdresser
  • Specialised allied health services
  • Transport
  • Organised activities
  • Nearby shops

Top Rated Home in Ulmarra

One of the top homes in Ulmarra according to residents and Government service audits.

9.0Overall Score
231 Staffing Minutes
3 Year Accreditation

Rathgar Lodge (UPA) Reviews

8.8· Recommended by 100% residents

Categories

Staff8.6
Home8.8
Independence8.8
Food7.9
Kindness9.4
Safety9.8

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


Edward Burn
Edward Burn
 · 22/09/2020

Very clean and friendly staff

Gayle “Gaggles8” Byrne
Gayle “Gaggles8” Byrne
 · 03/09/2020

Rathgar has really come on in the past month. Activities for the patients is fun, food has improved. Staff are great, friendly and always there for the families and patients. They work so hard and have so much patience. Hope they all know how much we appreciate the good work.

Peter Fysh
Peter Fysh
 · 26/02/2020

Great facility and very caring nurses

Mandi B
Mandi B
 · 25/04/2019

Work here and love the place

Sue Weale
Sue Weale
 · 16/03/2017

Our mother has been a resident in the self care units and now in the lodge. The care and compassion given to her and the other residents is 2nd to none. If you want peace of mind for your loved ones then check out Rathgar you will not be sorry


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

Rathgar Lodge (UPA) supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

Room Type
Price
Hostel and Dementia SpecificSingle room + ensuite
$104.25 DailyOR$500,000 RAD

About the Staff

231
231 mins
All Care Staff
53 mins
Registered Nurse

Residents at Rathgar Lodge (UPA) on average received 231 minutes of total daily care (108% target) from a combination of support workers, enrolled and registered nurses. In September 2025, a Registered Nurse was on site 24:00 hours per day.


Things to know

About the operator

  • Operated by United Protestant Association of NSW Limited
  • Not for profit business
  • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
  • ABN: 71050057620

Safety Checks

  • Certification valid
  • Has not received notice of sanction
  • Is accredited

Location

30 Lynhaven Crescent Ulmarra 2462 NSW

Questions

What is the ACQSC star rating of Rathgar Lodge (UPA)?

This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

What is the price range of residential aged care at Rathgar Lodge (UPA)?

Rathgar Lodge (UPA) has 1 different types of rooms which range in price between $500,000 and $500,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.


Updated: 29 September 2024