North Adelaide

49 Buxton Street, North Adelaide SA 5006

Our North Adelaide home is a one of a kind care home, just 3km from the Adelaide CBD.

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Helping Hand has two co-located care homes in North Adelaide – Doreen Bond House and Rotary House. If you’re interested in moving in, please complete a Residential Care Expression of Interest Form.

As you walk in the entrance of our North Adelaide residential care home, past the smell of coffee in the café, the library, hand crafted items in the gift shop and past the chapel, it feels like a town centre in itself.

Most rooms are single rooms with private ensuite. There are also deluxe suites available in Rotary House, which include a lounge, an ensuite and a bedroom.

We encourage people to bring in personal items and make their space their own.

North Adelaide residential care home has a great lifestyles program, with different activities every day.

Onsite chefs provide fresh meals daily. There is a seasonable menu and we purchase local produce where we can. Special meal events are held regularly which family and friends are invited to attend. These include bistro nights, high teas, special cuisines, picnics and more.

Introducing Westering Rotary House Premium Care Suites

Cleverly functional and architecturally designed, Rotary House in North Adelaide is currently undergoing a multi-million dollar refurbishment program. Stage One is now complete which included a games room, reading room, dining room and 12 magnificent, private Care Suites, delightfully appointed with lovely amenity throughout. Stage Two will be finished late October which includes a theatrette, eatery and the release of another eight Care Suites.

These Premium Care Suites offer the best in tailored support for later living. Friendly, trained staff provide care with a personal touch and a strong reputation for genuine care. Every detail in these wonderful Care Suites has been meticulously redefined to offer a truly new, revitalised and reimagined experience in residential aged care.

Each thoughtfully finished Care Suite boasts a charming private lounge, generous bedroom with stunning private ensuite and boutique kitchenette – with Rotary House’s welcoming sitting areas, library and refined dining space, providing a wonderful extension to each Care Suite. Please call 1300 653 600 and speak to the Admissions Team for more information or to arrange a tour.

Floorplans and pricing

Deluxe Suite with Lounge, Ensuite & Bedroom

How much does Rotary House North Adelaide cost?

How much does Doreen Bond North Adelaide cost?

How much do Westering Premium Care Suites cost?

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“In my heart, I still feel Italian, but my loyalty is to Australia first, this is my home. Thank God I was able to find a place here in Whyalla. My daughter visits and calls me every day, and I enjoy the activities.“

Liliana

Resident, Helping Hand Copperhouse Court Whyalla

Advice about Residential Care

Female reception staff member on phone call respite care

Residential care includes daily support, 24-hour staff assistance, meals, personal care, medication support, laundry, housekeeping, building maintenance, lifestyle activities and help in emergencies. Residents also receive basic furnishings and are encouraged to bring personal items that help make their room feel like home. Additional services and facilities may vary by location.

Next step: View individual care home pages or contact Helping Hand to discuss what is included at your preferred home.

Home care supports you to stay living independently in your own home with services such as cleaning, personal care, transport, nursing, allied health and social support. Residential care is for people who need 24-hour support in a care home, including nursing, meals, personal care and lifestyle activities.

If you are unsure which option is right, contact Helping Hand or arrange an aged care assessment through My Aged Care.

Yes. Helping Hand can arrange residential care home tours by appointment. Visiting a home can help you understand the environment, rooms, shared spaces, lifestyle activities and whether the home feels right for you or your family member. Entry requirements may change depending on current health or government advice. Virtual tours are also available for some homes on the residential care locations page.

Next step: Call 1300 653 600 or book a tour online.

Qualifications depend on the role. All employees need to be eligible to live and work in Australia and may need a current national police clearance. Some roles require specific qualifications, licences or registrations. Common examples include Certificate III in Individual Support for care roles, a full South Australian driver’s licence for community roles, a Diploma of Nursing for Enrolled Nurses, and a Bachelor of Nursing plus AHPRA registration for Registered Nurses.

Next step: Review the job advertisement for role-specific requirements and contact Helping Hand recruitment with questions.

Residential aged care costs vary depending on the home, room type, government funding and your personal financial situation. The Australian Government may contribute to care costs, and residents may also need to contribute depending on their means assessment. Costs may include care fees, accommodation costs and optional additional services. Helping Hand publishes fees on individual residential care home pages.

Next step: Review My Aged Care cost guidance, check fees on the relevant home page and speak with Helping Hand’s Admissions Team.

Aged care residents have rights under the Charter of Aged Care Rights. These include the right to safe and high-quality care, dignity and respect, privacy, independence, information, communication, complaints and making choices about care.

Next step: Read the Charter of Aged Care Rights and speak with Helping Hand if you have questions about resident rights, advocacy or support.