Thornton Park Residential Care
100 Suites
Types of Care Available
- Respite Care
- Residential Care
- Memory Support
- Palliative Care
Life at Thornton Park
Thornton Park is a stylish,state-of-the-art residential care home with friendly, dedicated staff,a great activity calendar anda warm community atmosphere.
Set on a quiet street among modern family homes, Thornton Park is conveniently tucked away in a tranquil setting, yet close to family and friends and the community you know and love.
Our home offers private luxury suites, a comprehensive range of services and ample amenities, in an environment that’s stylish, yet homely. You can relax, knowing that you’re safe and sound with the reassurance of round-the-clock care from our highly dedicated and caring team.
Our friendly staff go out of their way to get to know you and your preferences, and to create a warm, community atmosphere where you’ll easily make friends and never be bored, thanks to a schedule of activities and social events you can choose to join in with.
1800 632 314
Testimonials
"I see so many little kind acts performed by our lovely carers, every day."
- Heather, Resident
"Being here has surprised me in EVERY way. All the care, having everything done so well by people with a sense of humour. I have made great friendships here."
- Anna, Resident
"We couldn’t be better looked after than we are here."
- Pat, Resident
Life at Thornton Park
Activities
Our popular lifestyle and activities program offers a great mix of regular events, and opportunities to socialise, including shopping trips and bus excursions. We make the most of special occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays, cultural occasions, festivals, religious holidays and occasions that are important to you.
- Lifestyle & activities program
- Exercise classes
- Memory enhancing activities
- Holiday celebrations
- Concerts
Food
Dining with friends is a highlight of the day thanks to our onsite chef who freshly prepares delicious, nutritious meals using fresh, seasonal, local produce. Every meals features menu options and special dietary requirements are happily catered for. Your visitors are also very welcome to join you for
meals for a nominal fee.
- Menu options
- Freshly prepared meals
- In-house chef
- Dietician designed menus
- Café
Health Care Services
You can relax, knowing that you’re safe and sound with the reassurance of round-the-clock care from our friendly, experienced team of registered nurses, carers, visiting specialists and a wide range of visiting allied health services. Specialised dementia care and palliative care is also available.
- Choice of doctor
- Registered nurses 24/7
- Allied health
- Dementia care
- Palliative care
Features
Thornton Park has a stylish yet homely environment that provides comfort, convenience and a friendly community atmosphere. Our shared spaces and amenities are designed to provide you with a life of ease. Private functions can also be held in the shared community spaces and gardens by arrangement.
- Café
- Hair & beauty salon
- Library
- Chapel
- Kids Zone play area
- Optional Wi-Fi
* May attract an additional fee.
Suites
Our light-filled, private luxury single suites feature private bathrooms and are designed to create an environment that delivers comfort, convenience and privacy.
Thoughtful conveniences include flat-screen smart TV and private telephone. All that’s required is for you to give it your personal touch with photos, mementos, artwork, or even some of your own furniture.
- Private single suites
- Adjustable bed
- 24/7 nurse call system
- Air conditioning
- TV & telephone
Fees and payments
Your fees cover the care that you receive and your accommodation. A Government assessment of your assets and income helps to determine what you need to pay. Below are the fees you may be required to pay:
Care Fees
Basic Daily Care Fee
$61.96 per day
+
Means Tested Care Fee
Determined by the Department of Human Services
Explanation
Basic Daily Care Fee
This fee is set by the Government at 85% of the Centrelink single Age Pension, regardless of whether or not you receive the Age Pension.
Means Tested Care Fee
This is an additional daily care contribution fee that is charged if a you’re assessed, by the Department of Human Services as being able to contribute to your care, otherwise the Government pays for your care.
Basic Daily Care Fee
This fee is set by the Government at 85% of the Centrelink single Age Pension, regardless of whether or not you receive the Age Pension.
Means Tested Care Fee
This is an additional daily care contribution fee that is charged if a you’re assessed, by the Department of Human Services as being able to contribute to your care, otherwise the Government pays for your care.
Plus
Accommodation Fees
You can choose from 4 payment options
See below for accommodation options
Explanation
In addition to your care fees, you may also be required to make an accommodation payment. The amount you’re required to pay is determined by the Department of Human Services by completing a Request for a Combined Assets and Income Assessment for. This is not compulsory to complete but, if you choose not to, you’ll be required to pay the full accommodation fee.
This accommodation fee can vary based on the home and the suite type that you choose. There are four methods to choose from to pay for the cost of your accommodation:
1. Refundable accommodation deposit
2. Daily accommodation payment
3. Combination payment
4. Drawdown payment
See below for explanations and examples of your payment options.
In addition to your care fees, you may also be required to make an accommodation payment. The amount you’re required to pay is determined by the Department of Human Services by completing a Request for a Combined Assets and Income Assessment for. This is not compulsory to complete but, if you choose not to, you’ll be required to pay the full accommodation fee.
This accommodation fee can vary based on the home and the suite type that you choose. There are four methods to choose from to pay for the cost of your accommodation:
1. Refundable accommodation deposit
2. Daily accommodation payment
3. Combination payment
4. Drawdown payment
See below for explanations and examples of your payment options.
Accommodation fee options
There are four methods to choose from to pay for the cost of your accommodation:
Option 1
Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD)
$600,000 (Standard Room)
$625,000 (Premium Room)
Explanation
A RAD is a lump sum accommodation payment, in the form of a loan. The RAD is fully refunded to you or your estate when you leave the home, less any outstanding fees.
A RAD is a lump sum accommodation payment, in the form of a loan. The RAD is fully refunded to you or your estate when you leave the home, less any outstanding fees.
Or
Option 2
Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP)
$137.10 (Standard Room)
$142.81 (Premium Room)
per day
Explanation
Instead of paying for your accommodation as a lump sum you can choose to pay a daily fee in line with the current maximum permissible interest rate (MPIR). A DAP isn’t refundable.
Instead of paying for your accommodation as a lump sum you can choose to pay a daily fee in line with the current maximum permissible interest rate (MPIR). A DAP isn’t refundable.
Or
Option 3
Combination Payment
For example:
Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD)
$312,500
+
Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP)
$71.40 per day
Explanation
You can choose to pay a combination of RAD and DAP. Your DAP will decrease because you’ve paid some money up front with your RAD payment. You can choose the % amounts of your RAD and DAP payments. The DAP component isn’t refundable but the RAD component is fully refunded to you or your estate when you leave the home, less any outstanding fees.
You can choose to pay a combination of RAD and DAP. Your DAP will decrease because you’ve paid some money up front with your RAD payment. You can choose the % amounts of your RAD and DAP payments. The DAP component isn’t refundable but the RAD component is fully refunded to you or your estate when you leave the home, less any outstanding fees.
Or
Option 4
Drawdown Payment
Explanation
This option is similar to Option 3, the combination payment, but you can choose to have your DAP component payments taken from your RAD payment. The remaining balance of the RAD component is refunded to you or your estate when you leave the home, less any outstanding fees.
This option is similar to Option 3, the combination payment, but you can choose to have your DAP component payments taken from your RAD payment. The remaining balance of the RAD component is refunded to you or your estate when you leave the home, less any outstanding fees.
If you have any questions, just call us on 1800 632 314. Our Customer Service Team can answer any questions you may have, tailor a personalised quote for you and help guide you through the process and paperwork associated with applying for care, including getting an Aged Care Assessment.
Disclaimer: Fees and charges are accurate as of 1 April 2023 but are subject to change. Your final costs will be confirmed on the date of your admission, subject to receiving the assets and income assessment letter, if you choose to carry out this assessment.
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Thornton Park Residential Care
72-78 Empire Circuit
Penrith NSW 2750
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