Overlooking the Derwent River and situated on the scenic shores of Lindisfarne Bay, Freemasons’ Homes of Southern Tasmania (FMH) offers residential aged care in an ultra modern facility accommodating 171 residents, and provides for independent living in 49 individual units.
Aged Care Accommodation – Our professional staff provide the highest quality level of care in a compassionate and respectful environment.
Residential care (permanent and respite)
Secure dementia care
Entertaining and stimulating activities programme
Visiting allied health providers
Independent Living Units – Our units provide a safe, secure and relaxed environment, enabling tenants to enjoy their independence among the company of others who wish to experience the benefits of a ‘retirement village’ lifestyle.
1 and 2 bedroom units
Serviced apartments
Individual garden and courtyard areas
Maintenance support
24 hour medical alarms
Costs
Bowditch (34 rooms) - Single Room + Private Ensuite
$400,000
All rooms are carpeted with a private ensuite with a variety of outlooks .
Maximum price for room: The maximum price that you can be charged for this room is a refundable deposit of $400,000.00 or daily payments of $69.69 or a combination of both. Room size: 34 Sqm Max. room occupancy: 1 Number of rooms of this type: 34 Explanation of payment options: Residents can choose to pay for their accommodation by a refundable deposit, a daily payment, or a combination of both. A refundable deposit is paid as a lump sum amount. A daily payment accrues daily and is paid periodically, for example monthly. A combination payment includes both a partial lump sum and daily payments. Example of a combination payment for room: For this room a resident could pay, for example, 50% of the price by a refundable deposit of $200,000.00 and 50% of the price by daily payments of $34.84. Common areas: The dining room is set in an air conditioned environment within the facility of approximately 150 sqm and caters for all residents, including residents with mobility aids. Tables are set for small groups of residents in an attractive and comfortable air conditioned environment. There are a number of carpeted lounge rooms with comfortable seating located within the facility as well as a balcony located on the southern end of the building which has views across the bay and parklands, this area has outdoor seating and a bbq area which all residents can access. The main activities room of approximately 54 sqm, has a large wall mounted flat screen TV where movies can be shown, is carpeted and has a number of tables and chairs for activities. There are physiotherapy and exercise equipment suitable for residents located within the facility and various activities are offered daily. The facility has a hair salon for the residents, an active volunteer programme and outdoor garden area. The facility is well maintained throughout and fully air conditioned with individual room controls. Motorised wheelchairs can be accommodated in most rooms for recharging. Church services are offered weekly. Is this room offered on an extra service basis? : No Special accommodation or design features of the room or home: The Freemasons Homes' Bowditch Hostel is located at 3 Wellington Road, Lindisfarne. It has accommodation for 34 residents in a modern facility in a residential area close to transport and shops and is in close proximity to Lindisfarne Bay. The rooms are Additional care or services included in the room price: Not Applicable Optional additional care or services not included in the room price, charged at extra cost: Bowditch clients may wish to take advantage of having a newspaper delivered with their breakfast, connection of their telephone through the Hostel's internal telephone system and participation in outings organised by the Leisure and Lifestyle staff. Hairdressing services are available by appointment.
Qualifications
Accredited: Yes Certified: Yes
There are no notices of sanctions or non-compliance for this home.
