VMCH Willowbrooke

· 9A Willow Road Upper Ferntree Gully 3156 VIC

Residential aged care at VMCH Willowbrooke in Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia

About our home

Willowbrooke is an aged care home offering 48 single rooms with private ensuites and amenities. It features a social program with activities like shopping trips, walking groups, and art, complemented by therapeutic services and outings. Facilities include a dining room, activity spaces, gardens, and visitor parking.

The home ensures 24-hour nursing care, pastoral services, and serves nutritionally balanced meals. Well-connected by public transport and located near a hospital, Willowbrooke fosters a welcoming environment for visitors, enhancing its community-like atmosphere.

  • Gardens
  • Organised activities
  • Transport
  • Specialised allied health services

Top Rated Home in Upper Ferntree Gully

One of the top homes in Upper Ferntree Gully according to residents and Government service audits.

9.2Overall Score
217 Staffing Minutes
1 Year Accreditation

VMCH Willowbrooke Reviews

9.5· Recommended by 100% residents

Categories

Staff9.5
Home9.2
Independence9.7
Food8.1
Kindness10.0
Safety10.0

The Residents Experience rating shows what current residents at VMCH Willowbrooke think of the food, staff, care and more. These ratings are from the 2025 Aged Care Quality Commission Survey.


Bruce Miller
Bruce Miller
 · 12/02/2020

Very caring staff. Nice environment.

Ken Wilson
Ken Wilson
 · 06/04/2019

My Dad is currently staying here no The nursing staff and careers are brilliant,Dad is well looked after.

Peter Hayhurst
Peter Hayhurst
 · 02/07/2018

Excellent aged care facility

Gerry Ravo
Gerry Ravo
 · 23/06/2018

Great home, well managed, very welcoming feeling, highly recommend.


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

VMCH Willowbrooke supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

Room Type
Price
StandardSingle room + ensuite
$78.18 DailyOR$375,000 RAD
Deluxe RoomSingle room + ensuite
$145.95 DailyOR$700,000 RAD

About the Staff

217
217 mins
All Care Staff
42 mins
Registered Nurse

Residents at VMCH Willowbrooke on average received 217 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 Villa Maria Society
  • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
  • ABN: 32004364103

Safety Checks

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

Location

9A Willow Road Upper Ferntree Gully 3156 VIC

Questions

What is the ACQSC star rating of VMCH Willowbrooke?

This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

What is the price range of residential aged care at VMCH Willowbrooke?

VMCH Willowbrooke has 2 different types of rooms which range in price between $375,000 and $700,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.


Updated: 25 October 2025