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Mercy Place Fernhill

· 18-20 Fernhill Road Sandringham 3191 VIC

Residential aged care at Mercy Place Fernhill in Sandringham, Victoria

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia
  • About our home

    Mercy Place Fernhill is an aged care home located in Sandringham Village near Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne city skyline. The facility features dining areas and kitchenettes on every floor, communal lounges, a multi-faith space, and landscaped gardens. Residents have access to various activities including arts and crafts, group exercises, regular outings, and church services. Additional services such as diversional therapy, pastoral care, and entertainment by local volunteers are provided. Nearby, residents can explore cafes, shops, and eateries. A two-week free respite offer is available until December 31, 2022. Mercy Place Fernhill is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and active engagement programs for residents.

    • Gardens
    • Nearby shops
    • Onsite hairdresser
    • Organised activities
    • Near to beach

    Mercy Place Fernhill Rating

    Based on resident reviews and Government service audits.

    7.7
    Overall Score
    194
    Staffing Minutes
    3 Year Accreditation

    Mercy Place Fernhill Reviews

    7.7· Recommended by 73% residents

    Categories

    Staff7.8
    78%
    Home7.7
    77%
    Independence7.7
    77%
    Food6.8
    68%
    Kindness9.0
    90%
    Safety9.0
    90%

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

    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

    Mercy Place Fernhill 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
    PremierSingle room + ensuite
    $149.23 Daily
    SuperiorSingle room + ensuite
    $172.19 Daily
    ExecutiveSingle room + ensuite
    $229.59 Daily
    Superior+Single room + ensuite
    $195.15 Daily

    About the Staff

    194
    194 mins
    All Care Staff
    44 mins
    Registered Nurse

    Residents at Mercy Place Fernhill on average received 194 minutes of total daily care (96% 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 Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd
    • Not for profit business
    • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
    • ABN: 77191901062

    Safety Checks

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

    Languages spoken

    • English

    Location

    18-20 Fernhill Road Sandringham 3191 VIC

    Questions

    What is the ACQSC star rating of Mercy Place Fernhill?

    This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Acceptable.

    What is the price range of residential aged care at Mercy Place Fernhill?

    Mercy Place Fernhill has 4 different types of rooms which range in price between $650,000 and $1,000,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.

    Updated: 7 December 2024