Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care

· 35 Washington Street Goolwa 5214 Sa

Residential aged care at Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care in Goolwa, South Australia

  • Permanent
  • Respite

About our home

Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care is located in Goolwa, providing a range of services and activities tailored to its residents. The facility boasts amenities such as hairdressing, a kiosk, chapel, gardens, lounges, and entertainment options like large TVs and a pool table. It features spacious rooms equipped with ensuites, built-in wardrobes, and climate control.

The lodge offers chef-cooked meals and caters to diverse dietary needs. Qualified staff provide personalized care services, including pastoral support for various faiths. Residents benefit from an active lifestyle with opportunities for participation in exercise classes, social outings, and other wellness activities.

The environment at Sandpiper Lodge emphasizes community and tranquility, enhanced by scenic views and landscaped settings.

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

Top Rated Home in Goolwa

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

9.1Overall Score
199 Staffing Minutes
3 Year Accreditation

Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care Reviews

8.6· Recommended by 92% residents

Categories

Staff8.5
Home8.7
Independence8.3
Food7.7
Kindness9.4
Safety9.6

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


Mass
Mass
 · 12/03/2023

Cannot recommend, lots of old people go here 🤪🤪🤪

proud Australian
proud Australian
 · 18/09/2022

Very nice ppl kind a place I truly recommend

Melvis Chikuse
Melvis Chikuse
 · 23/03/2021

Very friendly and caring staff, rooms are well maintained residents are treated with respect and dignity.

Lynne Healey
Lynne Healey
 · 27/07/2018

I visit most Sundays. Staff welcoming. Corridors always decorated with up to date topic. Clean and well lit. Residents appear to be happy.

margaret flavel
margaret flavel
 · 24/02/2018

What a beautiful place for our aged. The residents all looked so happy and content. Well done to all the staff


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

Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

Room Type
Price
Single room + private ensuiteSingle room + ensuite
$138.58 DailyOR$600,000 RAD

About the Staff

199
199 mins
All Care Staff
38 mins
Registered Nurse

Residents at Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care on average received 199 minutes of total daily care (100% 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 Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Incorporated
  • Not for profit business
  • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
  • ABN: 53682143626

Safety Checks

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

Location

35 Washington Street Goolwa 5214 Sa

Questions

What is the ACQSC star rating of Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care?

This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

What is the price range of residential aged care at Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care?

Sandpiper Lodge Residential Care has 1 different types of rooms which range in price between $600,000 and $600,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.


Updated: 29 September 2024