Southern Cross Care John Woodward

· 45 Barcom Street Merrylands 2160 NSW

Residential aged care at Southern Cross Care John Woodward in Merrylands, New South Wales

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia

About our home

John Woodward aged care home offers personalized around-the-clock care and features private suites with ensuite bathrooms and garden views. The facility is equipped with modern finishes and elegant decor. A varied social calendar includes shopping trips, bus excursions, and celebrations for special occasions like anniversaries and birthdays. Functions, including those where alcohol is served, can be arranged in community spaces and gardens. The home strives to provide a premium service in a friendly, homelike atmosphere.

  • Gardens
  • Outdoor courtyard
  • Nearby shops
  • Onsite hairdresser
  • Organised activities

Top Rated Home in Merrylands

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

8.8Overall Score
233 Staffing Minutes
3 Year Accreditation

Southern Cross Care John Woodward Reviews

8.3· Recommended by 67% residents

Categories

Staff8.4
Home8.0
Independence8.5
Food6.0
Kindness9.3
Safety9.0

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


Stephen Hume
Stephen Hume
 · 05/05/2021

Souther Cross Cardinal Gilroy Village is divided into two parts. Those who are retired and are self sufficient occupy the first. Those who unfortunately are ill are in the second part, referred to as John Woodward Aged Care. I have been retired here for over 5 months.Iit is a beautiful,caring, respectful environment in which to live. We residents respect each other’s needs and wants. We also assist and help co-habitants in their respective worries and everyday problems,should that be required. The staff at both parts here do anything and everything to pastorally care for one and all. In a big place like this, that is very rare. It truly IS a Caring, Loving,Respectful and Faith - Filled atmosphere in which to “ live and move and have one’s being “ I thank God for all here who make Cardinal Gilroy Village a most beautiful place.


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

Southern Cross Care John Woodward supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

Room Type
Price
Single room + private ensuiteSingle room + ensuite
$135.52 DailyOR$650,000 RAD
Single room + shared ensuiteSingle room + shared bathroom
$114.67 DailyOR$550,000 RAD
Shared room + shared ensuiteShared room + shared bathroom
$104.25 DailyOR$500,000 RAD

About the Staff

233
233 mins
All Care Staff
46 mins
Registered Nurse

Residents at Southern Cross Care John Woodward on average received 233 minutes of total daily care (104% 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 (NSW & ACT) Limited
  • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
  • ABN: 76131082374

Safety Checks

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

Location

45 Barcom Street Merrylands 2160 NSW

Questions

What is the ACQSC star rating of Southern Cross Care John Woodward?

This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

What is the price range of residential aged care at Southern Cross Care John Woodward?

Southern Cross Care John Woodward has 3 different types of rooms which range in price between $500,000 and $650,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.


Updated: 25 October 2025