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Ainslie Low Head

· 196-244 Low Head Road Low Head 7253 Tas

Residential aged care at Ainslie Low Head in Low Head, Tasmania

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia
  • About our home

    Ainslie House & Hostel is a modern aged care facility located near Launceston, overlooking the Tamar River mouth. It caters to both individuals and couples with varying care needs, offering en-suite rooms with sea views. The facility supports ageing in place, adapting to residents' changing care needs onsite.

    Residents have access to various amenities, including lounge areas with river views and a range of leisure activities. A dedicated Leisure and Lifestyle team operates daily, arranging events like craft classes, bus outings, and fishing trips. Additionally, a Pastoral Carer provides spiritual support, and volunteers contribute to activities including quizzes and art classes.

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

    Top Rated Home in Low Head

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

    9.4
    Overall Score
    188
    Staffing Minutes
    3 Year Accreditation

    Ainslie Low Head Reviews

    8.4· Recommended by 92% residents

    Categories

    Staff8.6
    86%
    Home8.0
    80%
    Independence8.7
    87%
    Food6.7
    67%
    Kindness9.4
    94%
    Safety8.3
    83%

    The Residents Experience rating shows what current residents at Ainslie Low Head think of the food, staff, care and more. These ratings are from the 2023 Aged Care Quality Commission Survey.

    Christian Bull
    Christian Bull
     · 23/01/2023

    Great staff and lovely meals.

    Emmy
    Emmy
     · 01/01/2023

    Staff needs more training and understanding that this is not their home but the residents Home.

    Kathy V Bryce
    Kathy V Bryce
     · 08/01/2020

    Excellent opportunity to see a magnificent histrocial place and beautiful view as well

    Peter Mercer
    Peter Mercer
     · 05/01/2018

    If you like being locked up and they tell you it's not a prison maybe it is.

    Ian Douglas
    Ian Douglas
     · 29/01/2017

    Nice location and very comfortable.

    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

    Ainslie Low Head 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
    SuperiorSingle room + ensuite
    $103.32 Daily
    StandardSingle room + ensuite
    $68.88 Daily

    About the Staff

    188
    188 mins
    All Care Staff
    44 mins
    Registered Nurse

    Residents at Ainslie Low Head on average received 188 minutes of total daily care (95% 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.

    Things to know

    About the operator

    • Operated by Southern Cross Care (Tas) Inc
    • Not for profit business
    • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
    • ABN: 18773507851

    Safety Checks

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

    Location

    196-244 Low Head Road Low Head 7253 Tas

    Questions

    What is the ACQSC star rating of Ainslie Low Head?

    This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

    What is the price range of residential aged care at Ainslie Low Head?

    Ainslie Low Head has 2 different types of rooms which range in price between $300,000 and $450,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.

    Updated: 4 January 2025