Baptcare Wattle Grove Community

Care developed with your needs in mind

At Wattle Grove, our goal is to make you feel at home. You will soon feel a part of our welcoming community by taking part in our numerous lifestyle activities, socialising in our lovely shared areas, or simply relaxing in your own room. Our on-site facilities include dining areas, a refreshment station, a hairdressing salon and a sensory garden – or you may prefer to relax with friends in one of our beautiful courtyard areas.

A welcoming community

Wattle Grove is a modern community that features 120 private bedrooms, four landscaped courtyards and premium furnishings. Community interaction is an important part of life at Wattle Grove, so there are always opportunities to socialise. We aim to have a variety of social events, as well as regular entertainers, to contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the community. And our high-quality, diverse menu is designed to suit a range of tastes and cultural preferences.

Live the way you want

At Wattle Grove, how you spend your time is entirely up to you. Whether you prefer taking a quiet walk through our landscaped gardens or reading a book by the fire, we have something to suit everyone. We also offer a variety of lifestyle activities to suit all individual interests and abilities, such as group activities, exercises, cooking and crafts

A modern design with a homely feel

Each innovatively designed wing at Wattle Grove includes a relaxation area, winter garden and outdoor spaces, offering the perfect places for a quiet chat, soothing cup of tea or space to read a few chapters of your favourite book. As well as having your own private room, you can also spend time in our shared areas, including:

• landscaped gardens, four central courtyards and a BBQ area
• numerous lounges, sitting and recreational areas
• refreshment station
• on-site hairdressing salon
• kitchen
• chapel/space for spiritual reflection.

There are two dining rooms on each of the floors at Wattle Grove, which creates an intimate dining setting and contributes to the community feel of each floor. With floor-to-ceiling windows, all dining rooms are filled with natural light. There are also a variety of sitting nooks and lounges.

Room types

At Wattle Grove, you will have your own private room with an en-suite bathroom.

All rooms may be furnished with your personal belongings, such as your favourite pictures, a special armchair or any other comforts you wish to bring. In addition to the larger living areas at Wattle Grove, each bedroom wing has a smaller relaxation space with kitchen facilities and pleasant views.

All of our rooms are bright, comfortable and elegantly appointed. They include:

• large window, providing natural light and a lovely view
• en-suite bathroom with high-quality fittings
• comfortable king single bed
• built-in wardrobe with drawers
• bedside table with a lockable draw
• individual air conditioning and heating
• telephone, internet access and a ‘Smart’ TV
• visitor chair and over-bed table
• ceiling hoist.

Care tailored to your specific needs

Wattle Grove is a residential aged care community that excels in providing support to those requiring a higher level of care. With registered nurses on-site at all times, Wattle Grove is accredited to provide all levels of residential aged care including respite and palliative care. Each resident will have a personalised care plan, which will be developed together with the resident and their family.

Nursing care

Our qualified and experienced staff provide exceptional care and support. All our staff are carefully selected and trained to ensure that our residents receive the best possible care.

Medical care

Beyond 24/7 nursing care, other allied health services available on-site at Wattle Grove include:

• physiotherapy
• podiatry
• dietetics
• counselling
• speech therapy
• palliative care
• diversional therapy
• visiting doctors.

Nutritional care

You will be offered a varied choice of tasty, healthy meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All food is prepared fresh every day by our on-site chef. A dietitian helps to plan the menu and takes into consideration cultural, religious and dietary requirements. Relatives and friends are welcome to join you for meals with advance booking.

Keep up with your favourite pastimes

Our team of lifestyle staff have created a stimulating program of activities and experiences to choose from. Activities can be tailored to meet your individual interests, cultural background, and social, emotional and physical abilities. You can maintain your hobbies and interests by joining in with any of our diverse social events, church services, library visits and films. Along with a range of cultural celebrations and special guests, we celebrate significant birthdays and dates.

Connected with the local community

Community interaction is an important part of life at Wattle Grove, so there are lots of opportunities to connect. We offer various resources to keep our residents connected to their local community. You can enjoy regular local outings and access to transport includes bus stops and major roads, making it easy for you to attend appointments in the local area.

Room to host family and friends

Above all, Wattle Grove is your home, so your friends and family are always welcome here. You can choose to spend time with them in our beautiful shared areas, or we also have a private dining room that you can reserve for special occasions.

Pastoral care

Pastoral care is an important part of life at all Baptcare communities, including Wattle Grove. Our chaplains are available to listen to residents and their families and journey alongside them, whatever their background or situation. We offer emotional and spiritual support, honouring each person’s unique spirituality and how they find meaning and purpose. Our chaplains also assist with prayer, worship, sacraments and other spiritual practices, including regular devotional and church services where appropriate.