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Overview

Welcome to Carinya of Bicton, a residential aged care facility where comfort, safety and community meet quality clinical care. We strive to provide an enriching environment for Perth seniors, fostering dignity, independence, and quality of life. Nestled in a peaceful suburban street, Carinya of Bicton offers a sanctuary where residents can enjoy their golden years with personalised care, engaging activities, and compassionate support.

We understand that each resident is unique, and our dedicated staff work to ensure that every individual’s physical, emotional, and social needs are met. At Carinya of Bicton, we focus on providing more than just care – we create a home.

Rooms

We provide a range of accommodation options designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of our residents. Each private room is thoughtfully furnished with modern amenities, including a nurse call system for 24/7 access to support. The rooms feature a comfortable bed, a bedside table, ample cupboard storage, and a private ensuite bathroom for convenience and privacy. For entertainment, televisions are available in every room.

Many rooms open directly onto tranquil courtyards and gardens, inviting residents to enjoy the calming riverside breeze and connect with nature. We encourage residents to personalise their spaces with decorations and keepsakes, creating a welcoming and familiar environment that truly feels like home.

Services

Amenities

Our well-appointed facility offers a range of amenities for relaxation and enjoyment, including courtyard gardens, lounges, activity and television rooms, and a library stocked with books, magazines, and puzzles.

Residents can enjoy delicious, nutritionally balanced meals prepared by our culinary team, with options for hot and cold dishes, special dietary needs, and a themed menu each month. Conveniently located in peaceful Bicton, just minutes from the Swan River and Fremantle, our facility provides easy access to shopping centres, serene parks, nature reserves, and public transport.

Lifestyle and Culture

At Carinya of Bicton, we foster an inclusive environment with a variety of daily activities like arts, crafts, fitness classes, movie nights, and live performances, promoting residents’ wellbeing and social connections.

Regular cultural and festive celebrations bring everyone together, strengthening our sense of community. Residents can also join group outings to local parks, attractions, and barbeques, with friends and family always welcome to participate. Visitors are encouraged at any time, making Carinya of Bicton a friendly, family-oriented home.

Clinical Care

Have peace of mind and stay supported with 24-hour quality care from our highly skilled staff. Carinya of Bicton is committed to providing high-quality clinical care tailored to each resident’s individual needs.

We offer an extensive range of clinical, medical, and allied health services both in-house and through external centres, as required. These services include Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Message Therapy, Podiatry, Pharmaceutical Services, Dietitian Services, consultation with Medical Practitioners, and Pathology Services.

Respite Care

We understand the importance of families and caregivers being able to rest and recharge. Our residential respite care provides short-term stays with 24/7 personalised care for seniors.

Whether for a few days or several weeks, respite residents at Carinya of Bicton receive the same outstanding services as our permanent residents, including nutritious meals, engaging activities, and expert clinical care. Our caring and experienced team creates a welcoming environment, ensuring each resident feels valued, supported, and at home during their time with us.

Dementia

At Carinya of Bicton, we specialise in compassionate, person-centred dementia care, valuing each resident as an individual and involving their family and friends in creating personalised care plans.

Our dedicated Trish Gloede dementia support wing offers a secure, thoughtfully designed space that reduces confusion and fosters comfort, providing peace of mind for families. Our highly trained team encourages independence, meaningful activities, and genuine connections, ensuring residents feel supported and safe at every step.

Facility Manager
Margrete Hanssen

I am passionate about Aged Care and Dementia Care and have an established reputation as an effective leader in the Aged Care sector. I have been a leader in Aged care for over 15 years and have led teams in opening two large Aged Care facilities.

I have grown as a person and professional through the challenges presented with leading a team through growth and change and have adapted my leadership style along with my different positions throughout my career.

I am dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and building strong relationships with families and residents.

As a leader, I believe in empowering others and building solid dynamic teams that are engaged and feel pride in their roles.

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Residential Aged Care Fees

The fees and charges are determined by the Department of Health and Aged Care based on your ability to pay and individual circumstances at time of admission. Your admission options at Carinya of Bicton can vary greatly based on your individual circumstances.

We recommend speaking to your Financial Adviser as we can only provide basic information. You will find further information about the aged care fees and charges on the Government’s My Aged Care website.

All residents in aged care, including people seeking respite care are required to pay a basic daily fee as a contribution towards living expenses. The daily fee for all residents equates to 85% of the basic single age pension.
Upon leaving the residence, the refundable deposit will be refunded in full, as long as it was not agreed for any amounts to be deducted from the refundable deposit – in which case it would be the balance that would be refunded. Amounts that can be deducted against the refundable deposit are the care co-contribution, the DAP, and additional benefits.
This is a lump sum payment for accommodation in an aged care home and is fully refundable when you leave the residence. This is the price of a room, in lump sum form, that residents have agreed to pay with the provider. Residents can pay the RAD in full or they can pay via a combination of RAD and a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP). Carinya of Bicton's RAD in full is: $750,000.
Where the resident requests or agrees to additional services being provided (such as newspapers, alcoholic drinks, additional outings etc.), these can be charged to their monthly account.
The DAP is calculated as a daily cost that is charged fortnightly or monthly if the RAD has not been paid in full. For example, if the RAD on a room is $750,000 and not paid, then the resident will pay $167.88 as a DAP (based on the 8.17% interest rate – which is subject to change by the Government).
The Government provides care subsidies to ensure all residents receive the same standard of care in the residence.
The resident can elect to pay a combination of RAD and DAP. For example, on a room with a RAD of $750,000, the resident can pay $400,000 upfront and the remaining $350,000 as a DAP. In this scenario, the DAP would be $78.34 per day (this is based on the 8.17% interest rate – which is subject to change by the Government).
A Resident Agreement protects both parties by formalising arrangements upon admission. As the Government determines fees after admission, the Resident Agreement refers to the maximum amount that could be charged for the various fees and charges.
Residents (other than respite residents) may be asked to pay a care co-contribution fee depending on their income and their assets. The Government sets the amount a resident must pay direct to the aged care provider and reduces the care subsidies paid to the provider by the same amount.
Regular Statements Statements are issued early in each month and relate to the full month.Direct Debit Transfer Direct Debit is the preferred method of payment given it is processed fortnightly or monthly from the account into which any pension is paid.Other Payment Methods We accept Bank Transfer and Cheque payments. We are not able to provide Credit Card or BPAY payment facilities.

Testimonials

Why St Jude's is trusted by our clients
"Very friendly"
The staff do a fantastic job and are very friendly.
Teresa, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"Gentle and compassionate care..."
I have observed gentle and compassionate care of my loved one.
Jose, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"Care, kindness, and respect..."
The carers and staff are very polite and accommodating. Very grateful for the care, kindness, and respect.
Brenda, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"Always handled professionally..."
Any contact with the facility is always handled professionally.
Elizabeth, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"Very helpful and friendly..."
All the staff at Carinya of Bicton are amazing, very helpful, and friendly.
Henry, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"Welcoming and friendly"
All staff, administrative, care and clinical, are welcoming and friendly and follow up whenever I request information. The care team in particular are absolutely beautiful with my mum.
Helen, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"I am very happy..."
I am very happy with the care given to my sister.
Joan, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident
"Very pleased with the love..."
Very pleased with the love, care, respect, support and dignity given to my mother by the carers.
Ellen, Family Member of Carinya of Bicton Resident

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