Newcastle’s Preferred Residential Aged Care Provider
The Maroba Aged Care team can offer residents a full range of residential aged care and extra services, including:
- 24/7 personal care from qualified nursing staff
- 24/7 registered nurse on duty
- Nutritional meals
- Gymnasium
- Library and Internet
- Resident and community events (daily)
- Accommodation options – single and double rooms
- Cleaning and laundry services
- Wellness Programs
- Beauty and hairdressing
- Relaxation and spa treatments
- Pain management programs
- Respite care
- Specialised dementia care
- Chaplaincy, pastoral and spiritual care
- Allied health e.g. physio
To view the activities calendar for each suburb click on the links below.
Waratah Activities Program March 2020
Lodge Activities Program March 2020
Our accommodation options
The Manor
The Manor has 61 single suites and 18 double suites, including accommodation for people living with dementia. This modern air-conditioned two story building has a reception area, 10 outdoor areas (two with gardens), 4 dining rooms, 4 activity/television rooms, gymnasium, beautician, hair salon and library.
With a North/East aspect, the rooms and common areas are light filled, with an abundance of fresh air.
The Lodge
The Lodge has 43 suites, including 12 suites designed for people living with dementia. All suites are equipped with a kitchenette and en-suite facilities. Most suites open up to sunny and leafy private courtyards. This lifestyle is ideal for those who require a little support with daily living, but still want their own space.
This modern air-conditioned single story building has a reception area, 4 outdoor areas (two with gardens), 3 dining rooms, 3 activity/televisions rooms, a hair salon and library.
To learn more about our accommodation options, please read our Accommodation brochures or contact us for more detail.
Understanding our costs
We understand that relocating to a residential aged care facility can be hard decision, so it is important to understand the costs and fees associated with care. So that you and your family can choose the aged care facility, accommodation and payment options that best meet your needs we have outlined the two fees payable in detail below.
These are the Daily Fee and the Accommodation Payment.
Daily Fee
The daily fee is broken down into three sections
- Basic Daily Fee (which is mandatory)
- Means Tested Care Fee (Government assessable)
- Maroba Advantage Fee (income assessed)
Accommodation
The total Accommodation Payment amount will vary depending on the suite you select and the payment method you choose from R.A.D, D.A.P, or a combination of both.
To help you estimate fees and accommodation costs at Maroba, please use our calculator or contact us.
Maroba Advantage
Maroba offers real choice by providing a premium 5 star service relating to dining, living, entertainment, and hotel services, as well as staying connected digitally. Enjoy the exceptional quality, comfort and choice in your new home.
Maroba Resident Handbook
The Maroba Resident Handbook provides clients and new residents with details about the facility, our policies and procedures, as well as helpful information to ensure you enjoy your Maroba experience. The Handbook includes tips to help plan for your move, what to expect when you arrive and how to make your stay enjoyable, safe and feel homely.
Billie is embracing his new home every day with a smile and a giggle. He really enjoys joining in on all the Maroba activities – especially dominos and cards!
Melvie loves the freedom at Maroba, enjoying her walks around the facility, getting involved in the daily activities and focusing on her exercise programs.
Maria first visited Maroba in 2017 on the recommendation of her grand-daughter who had completed a Speech Pathology placement here.
Charter of Aged Care Rights
The Charter of Aged Care Rights was introduced on 1 July 2019 replacing the Charter of Aged Care Rights and Responsibilities.
Please click on the button below to read about the 14 Aged Care Rights included in the Charter.
New Aged Care Quality Standards
The Aged Care Quality Standards came into effect on 1 July 2019, and consist of eight individual standards that focus on quality and safety outcomes for all who access Commonwealth subsidised aged care services.
The eight standards are;
1. Consumer dignity and choice
2. Ongoing assessment and planning with consumers
3. Personal care and clinical care
4. Services and supports for daily living
5. Organisation’s service environment
6. Feedback and complaints
7. Human resources
8. Organisational governance.
Click on the button below to view the Aged Care Standards wheel.