Blakehurst Aged Care Home
Nestled amidst stunning tiered gardens and verdant parkland, Ibis Care Blakehurst is renowned as a premier supplier of residential aged care services in the St George area.
A team of committed and proficient personnel is always available, providing supreme care standards and stimulating lifestyle activities. This approach ensures residents maintain their valuable connections to the local community they cherish and are familiar with.
Accommodation Options
At Ibis Care Blakehurst, we have a range of affordable, private, single, double and apartment-style rooms. The residential aged care facility offers a home for up to 104 people.
Accommodation options include generous apartment-style rooms with attached lounge and ensuite, large single and double rooms with ensuite and single occupancy rooms with shared bathrooms.
We also cater to residents requiring financially supported or Commonwealth-funded accommodation. For more information on accommodation options and fees, call our friendly team on 02 8080 3850 or use the online enquiry form.
Facilities at Blakehurst
Ibis Care’s Blakehurst home will have you enjoy each day among a friendly community in the manicured gardens, café and a large homely courtyard to enjoy with friends and family.
The home features an onsite hair salon, movie theatre and gymnasium to suit your various lifestyle and care needs.
Caring staff at Blakehurst
At Ibis Care, our highest priority is providing the best aged care, and our staff are central to this mission. Comprised of Registered Nurses, allied health professionals, qualified carers, and vibrant lifestyle and support staff, our team is dedicated and skilled, passionate about improving the lives of those in our care.
For many, working at Ibis Care is more than just a job; it’s a calling to be compassionate and make a difference in the lives of those for whom we care. Our services are always evolving to ensure the best care, with staff readily available to review and adapt care plans as needed, ensuring agreement and understanding with our residents and their families.
Activities for Residents
At the Blakehurst home we offer a lively leisure and lifestyle program tailored to different needs, interests, and abilities. From engaging art classes and energising exercise sessions to Zumba, board games, outdoor gardening, interesting crafts, live entertainment, pet therapy visits, fun games of bingo, and exciting bus outings, our diverse activities are crafted to give residents physically, mentally, and socially active.
Whether to be active or relaxed, residents find comfort and connections in the options available. At Blakehurst, it’s all about personal choice and fostering a fulfilling lifestyle.
Location, Staying Connected
Staying Connected Ibis Care Blakehurst is located in the heart of the local community. Our residents maintain close connections and have easy access to shops, public transport, clubs, medical centres and other essential services.
We have resident transport available and other amenities on site, including a gym, hairdresser, beauty salon, private gardens, communal lounges and more. Aromatherapy, podiatry, physiotherapy, massage and other special touches are provided as part of our Extra Services.
A professionally trained chef prepares wonderful nourishing food, and there’s always a range of activities and outings planned by our passionate lifestyle team.
Ageing in Place
As you grow older, your care needs may change over time. Our homes offer ‘ageing in place’, meaning you can continue to receive continuity of care without the need to move to another residence as your care needs increase.
However, if the environment is no longer appropriate to ensure your well-being, we will consult with you and your family to consider other options that may suit your needs.
Find us in Blakehurst
20-24 Cheddar St,
Blakehurst NSW 2221
Telephone: (02) 9546 2159
Admission to Ibis Care Blakehurst
To learn more about the home, the fees involved or start your application speak with our friendly team by calling 02 8080 3851 or complete the online enquiry form.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blakehurst
What is unique about the Blakehurst home?
With so many onsite lifestyle options at Blakehurst you could go from a physiotherapy session in the gymnasium in the morning, to a movie session with friends in the movie theatre in the afternoon. These and other onsite services such as hair salon give you a wonderful selection of services without leaving the facility.
What is the Aged Care Star Rating for this home?
We are proud to say that Ibis Care Blakehurst has an Aged Care Star Rating of 4.
The Aged Care Star Rating by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission is based on several factors including a governance audit, resident feedback and the quality of care.
Do you have a Registered Nurse onsite 24-hours?
Yes we do. We have a fully equipped team of Registered Nurses and carers who are available 24-hours a day.
We ensure that our staffing arrangements suit the various needs of residents in each home.
Ibis Care follow the current requirements as part of the Aged Care Standards that stipulate a specific amount of ‘care minutes’ are to be provided to each resident.
Will the carers speak my language?
At Ibis Care we are proud to have a multicultural workforce.
There are staff who speak languages such as Greek, Chinese, Nepalese, Phillipino, Spanish, Macedonian, just to name a few.
We have several translating and interpreting methods to ensure that residents can access information and communicate in their preferred language.
Why is Blakehurst one of the best residential care homes in Sydney?
As we grow older, our care needs change. The home offers ‘ageing in place’, meaning you can continue to receive continuity of care without the need to move to another residence as your care needs increase. At Blakehurst we can support a smooth transition with your changing care needs all in the one facility. We also provide continuity in care by staff who have longevity of service at Ibis Care Blakehurst. This means that you can receive consistent care by the same people who have know you well.
Can my regular GP continue to care for me?
Yes. When you move into one of our aged care homes you can continue to have the choice of which GP care’s for you.
Ibis Care also have a local community network of GPs who attend the home to care for residents, and are available to any resident.
When can family and friends visit residents in the aged care home?
Resident family members and friends are welcome to visit. The home will be locked in the evening for safety reasons however staff are available to facilitate access.
Each Ibis Care home has outlined preferred visiting hours. Please contact the home for visiting hours.
Are the homes' laundry services onsite?
Yes. The laundry service for each residential age care home is onsite and runs daily.
Delicate items be taken offsite to be cleaned.
