About the Facility

Fitzgerald Aged Care is a Commonwealth funded Aged Care Facility. It is a long established and well respected facility, having its origins in 1818. It offers a secure environment for residents and maintains a high reputation and integrity for the aged care services it provides.

Fitzgerald Aged Care provides quality residential aged care and is licensed to care for 48 residents. This is made up of 46 units for Permanent Care and 2 units for Respite Care. Our staff are highly trained and provide 24 hour nursing and personal care for each resident. We are also located close to health facilities, including Hawkesbury Hospital. Residents are welcome to continue with their own choice of doctor, some of whom visit the facility as required.

Other than individual rooms, which all include their own en-suites and built in wardrobe, we offer communal gathering areas such as a Recreation Room, Courtyards, Lounge and Dining Rooms, where residents are welcome to watch television, play games, socialise and eat their meals. We have a wide choice of meals on offer from the modern and fully equipped kitchen which operates on a fresh cooked system with in-house cooks catering to the resident's dietary needs and offering a large variety of choices.

Residential Permanent Care

Considering permanent residential aged care?

An Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment is required before entering permanent residential aged care.

Further information is available through the Australian Government's aged care services website http://www.myagedcare.gov.au

You are also required to have your family member's assets and income assessed. You can download the Residential Aged Care Calculation of your cost of care (SA457) here..

Living at Fitzgerald

If you are contemplating residential care at Fitzgerald, you are more than welcome to come and visit us to familiarise yourself with the surroundings and help you make a more informed decision. It is essential that you contact our staff to arrange a site tour prior to your visit.

Once you make a decision, you will be asked to complete an application form and you will be placed on a waiting list until a unit becomes available.

Respite Care

At Fitzgerald Aged Care, we understand the importance of giving carers time to rest, recharge and attend to their own needs. Our respite care service provides short-term accommodation and quality care for your loved one, giving you peace of mind knowing they are in a safe, supportive and caring environment.

We have two respite care units available, with a minimum stay of two weeks. Please contact our team to discuss availability or to find out more about arranging a respite stay.

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What do you need?

An Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment is required for respite care. For enquiries or to arrange respite care, please contact our friendly team on (02) 4577 2800 or [email protected]

Leisure & Lifestyle

Life at Fitzgerald Aged Care

At Fitzgerald Aged Care, we strive to provide a comfortable, engaging and fulfilling lifestyle where residents are supported to maintain their independence, interests and connections with the local community.

Activities & Wellbeing

There is always something to enjoy at Fitzgerald! Our lifestyle program offers a variety of activities and experiences designed to support residents' physical, social and emotional wellbeing. From arts and crafts, readings, movie nights and regular entertainment to exercise programs, therapeutic activities and celebrations of special occasions, there are opportunities for residents to participate in ways that suit their individual interests and abilities.

Residents also have access to services including physiotherapy and hairdressing, helping them maintain their wellbeing and personal care. Church services and opportunities to participate in volunteer activities are also available.

Community & Outings

We value the importance of remaining connected to the wider community. Residents have opportunities to enjoy outings on our hired bus (when available), including visits to local shopping centres such as Richmond Marketplace, local attractions and planned events.

For residents wishing to continue practising their faith, several local churches are conveniently located nearby. We aim to support residents in maintaining the routines, connections and interests that are important to them.

Family & Friends

Family and friends play an important role in our residents' lives. Visitors are always welcome at Fitzgerald Aged Care, and we value the comfort, companionship and connection that spending time with loved ones brings.