IOR Group

Gillin Park Retirement Village Victoria

Gillin Park is nestled on the banks of the beautiful Hopkins River, where comfortable and contemporary living is easy. Whilst living independently, it’s a place where you can enjoy a true sense of community.

Set against a natural background of wonderful beaches and rivers, the beautiful regional City of Warrnambool is located just 3 hours west of Melbourne. It offers something for everyone including a Performing Arts Centre, Art Galleries, Service and Sporting Clubs, Health Services, Restaurants and Shopping Centres. VicRail offers a twice daily rail service to Melbourne.

Gillin Park … The perfect home!

A committed approach from all staff to our “Active care” philosophy assures friendly and efficient service, security, independence and privacy covering several styles of accommodation. Architects who are experienced in retirement living have designed our facilities so you can enjoy an easy to manage unit with the living space of a home. Offering you the freedom to enjoy the things you love to do – it’s your home after all.

Independent Living Units

Ingoing Contribution – Units

The Village is operated on a resident funded basis whereby residents make an interest free loan to IOR Community Care which has provided funds to build the Village. In return the IOR Community Care Board undertakes, by means of a Loan/Lease Agreement, to provide care and accommodation for the resident until such time as the resident leaves the Village. The scale of deduction will be fully explained by contacting the Village management.

Loan/Lease Agreement

To enter residence at Gillin Park you will be asked to sign a Loan/Lease Agreement. This document sets out responsibilities of both the resident and the managing organisation. We will use our best endeavours to arrange for your ongoing care, at the mutually agreed level deemed to be appropriate.

Maintenance Fee/Service Charge $ ……..

The Maintenance fee for all units covers:
Council and Waters rates
Comprehensive insurance on units
Insurance cover on personal contents up to the value of $ …….
Maintenance cost for inside and outside units
Use of Village amenities
24 hour emergency call service
Wages of Administrator and Staff
Gardening
You are responsible for the telephone, gas and electricity costs to your Unit.

Features of Independent Living

Enjoy living independently, without the worry of ongoing maintenance
Secure undercover entry from garden to home
Excellent storage space
24hr Medical Emergency call system
Stepless shower (most units)
Wall oven, separate hot plates or elevated stove
Reverse cycle air conditioning
Walk in pantry or pantry cupboard
Fly screens on easy opening, sliding windows
Security doors front and rear
Private rear garden maintained by residents or village gardeners
All units have garages – some with double. Automatic garage door opener
All units complete with floor covering and light fittings, ready for you to add your personal touch

Eligibility for Independent Living Units

Single person must be 60 years of age or over
Combined age of couple should equal 120 years or greater
Residents must generally be in good health

Residential Care Accommodation

Accommodation Bonds and Ongoing Charges

An accommodation bond may be payable and in order to asses the amount of that contribution you will be required to supply detailed financial information.

If you choose not to supply this information, the full accommodation bond and ongoing service fee will be charged.

A proportion of the bond is retained and the balance refunded to you or your estate, in the event of you leaving the hostel, or on death.

What the Service Fee covers:

Three meals a day, morning and afternoon tea and supper
Weekly cleaning of your apartment
Personal laundering of machine washable clothes
24 hour emergency call service
Assistance with activities of daily living
Use of the hostel facilities
Lighting, power and heating
Maintenance and repair of building and grounds
Insurance on personal effects up to the value of $ .......
Social activities
Emotional support

The weekly service fee is based on 85% of the full Aged Pension plus a portion of other income you may have.

**Service Fee does not cover: Telephone calls, personal items.

The Respite Room is fully furnished, including television.

Features of Residential Care

A Brand New 45 bed facility, which includes: Community facilities for the whole village, Hair Dressing Salon, Visiting Specialists room & Coffee Shop/Kiosk
Stylish new apartments with ensuite bathrooms
24hr Medical emergency call service – just a button away
Built in sink, space for fridge and TV
Carpets, curtain, bed linen, bath towels and mats
Telephone connection in each unit
Furnishings include bed, bedside locker and a chair
However, residents may choose to furnish their own apartment
All meals are provided in our dining room

What you can bring:

Bed, bedspread, blankets, doona, pillows.
Any personal items of comfort you choose to give your unit a personal touch. All clothing must be labelled with washable name tags. Residents are advised to consider leaving items of value with relatives.

Eligibility for Residential Care Accommodation

Retired and over 60 years of age
Your doctor should be requested to supply a referral to the South West Aged Care Assessment Team to assess your suitability for hostel residency
A final acceptance by the Village Manager is required

*OH&S regs:

i: Gillin park has the discretion to refuse beds if deemed unsuitable under the Act.
ii:Electrical items must be tagged before bringing to the facility.

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