Thornton Park Residential Care

72-78 Empire Circuit

Penrith NSW 2750

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1800 632 314

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.

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1800 632 314

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Testimonials

"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

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
$65.55 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.

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.

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