Symes Grove Residential Aged Care

314 Church Road, Taigum QLD 4018      (07) 3623 6901

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Welcome to Symes Grove

Symes Grove Residential Aged care is a modern home spanning two levels in the heart of Taigum, on Brisbane’s northside. Conveniently located for public transport and to local amenities, Symes Grove is home to 105 residents.


John
Symes Grove Resident Jean’s son
“The staff are just lovely. Excellent food…Brenda runs the kitchen, they’ve got their own laundry…You couldn’t ask for a better place.”

Betty J.
Symes Grove Resident
“My advice as you age is to keep yourself occupied, and be around a lot of people, and that’s why I love living here. I have friends to talk with, the staff are lovely and I get to play bingo.”

Living at Symes Grove

Symes Grove is a fully accredited aged care home, featuring:

  • Single, en suite rooms
  • 24-hour nursing and care services
  • A selection of nutritious meals, prepared daily on-site
  • Memory support including a cottage care model and sensory garden
  • Dedicated shared facilities including café, gymnasium, library and media room
  • Landscaped gardens with outdoor seating
  • Social activities and outings
  • Opportunities to volunteer within the community
  • Allied health services
  • Salon
  • On-site church services and chapel
  • Spiritual and pastoral care support.

Your wellbeing

Your care and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

Rhythm of Life

Our standards of care are lived through the philosophy and principles of our Rhythm of Life™ care model – embracing the power of individualised care by genuinely including people’s interests and passions into their daily experiences. We aim to work in partnership with you and your family by respecting your identity, choices about your life and how you would like to live each day.

Our Care Model

The Rhythm of Life™ care model supports autonomy, dignity and encourages people to form and strengthen partnerships of care. The care we offer responds to the diverse needs and choices of the people we serve. We monitor feedback and outcomes to ensure we continually improve our services.

Our standards of Care

Your care and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to maintaining the level of care and resident outcomes outlined by the Aged Care Quality Standards set by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.

Our Initiatives

Our individualised care initiatives include:

  • flexible breakfast times and choice of lunches
  • resident committees to assist in decision-making for the home
  • food forums to discuss menu ideas
  • activity boxes including craft and games that are accessible at any time

 

Your care

When you join us, our Care Coordinator or Clinical Nurse will meet with you regularly to develop your care plan.

You will continue to have every opportunity to tell us how you would like to be involved in all aspects of daily life and care. Understanding who you are as an individual, how you like to live each day and what is meaningful in your life matters to us.

We are here to support you so you can continue to do the things you love in your new home and live the life you want.


Staying Healthy

Our team of clinical staff provide person-centred, evidence-based care 24 hours a day, within a supportive environment. There are a range of allied health professionals who regularly visit Symes Grove, including a physiotherapist, podiatrist, dentist, audiologist, speech therapist and dietitian.

Your Food

Our menus are carefully planned with nutrition, fresh produce, resident and family feedback and variety in mind. Meals are freshly prepared on-site in accordance with National Food Safety Standards. We cater for special dietary requirements including individual and cultural needs.

Your Community

Our leisure and lifestyle team coordinate a broad variety of activities, and our program is tailored to residents’ interests. You will be part of a supportive community, where you can continue to do the things you love.

 

Our Rooms

Single premium cottage room

en suite

$126.27 per day

or $550,000 lump sum

  • Large air conditioned single rooms (26 to 27m2) with private ensuite in a small group cottage setting with dedicated staffing to provide best practice memory support care.
  • Each cottage has kitchen, lounge, and dining spaces. The rooms provide in-room storage, including built-in wardrobe with shelving and chest of drawers.
  • Rooms are fitted with a ceiling hoist system.
  • Weekly Anglican Church services (other denominations by visitation).

Single standard cottage room

en suite

$114.79 per day

or $500,000 lump sum

  • Large air conditioned single rooms (22 to 24m2) with private ensuite in a small group cottage setting with dedicated staffing to provide best practice memory support care.
  • Each cottage has kitchen, lounge and dining spaces.
  • The rooms provide in-room storage, including built-in wardrobe with shelving and chest of drawers.
  • Weekly Anglican Church services (other denominations by visitation).

Single standard room

en suite

$113.64 per day

or $495,000 lump sum

  • Large air conditioned single rooms (22 to 34m2) with private ensuite.
  • The single rooms are located adjacent to lounge and dining spaces.
  • The rooms provide in-room storage, including built-in wardrobe with shelving and chest of drawers.
  • Some rooms are fitted with ceiling hoist system.

Payment Options

All rooms have payment options to suit your situation including 100% Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD), 100% Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) or a combination of RAD and DAP. Please download the fee statement for more information.

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We understand that there are many things to consider when you move into a residential aged care community.
We would love to show you around Symes Grove, so you can make an informed decision about your care.
To book a tour at Symes Grove, call us today on 1300 610 610.
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Find us

Symes Grove Residential Aged Care

314 Church Road, Taigum QLD 4018

[email protected]

Enquiries: 1300 610 610

Direct: (07) 3623 6901