Parafield Gardens

437 Salisbury Highway, Parafield Gardens SA 5107

Parafield Gardens has a vibrant, homely and friendly atmosphere, surrounded by beautiful gardens.

If you’re interested in moving in to our home in Parafield Gardens please complete a Residential Care Expression of Interest Form.

There is a real sense of community at Parafield Gardens residential care home. Residents, their families and their friends feel at home. The home is next to a high school and students often visit to assist with arts and craft, perform music or simply to pop in for a friendly chat.

The lifestyles program is fantastic and there is always something new to try. Residents also take regular bus trips to nearby restaurants and attractions.

There is a library, hair salon, chapel and café located onsite. Parafield Gardens is known for its beautiful courtyards, a great space to sit and read a book or catch up with friends in the sun.

All rooms are single rooms with private ensuite. We are able to look after people living with dementia with specialised support and care.

Getting to appointments is easy as care is offered in the home. Physiotherapy, podiatry, exercise physiology and occupational therapy are all offered onsite at Parafield Gardens residential care home. We are also connected to local doctors who visit residents in the home.


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As a Lifestyles Assistant, you provide care that’s more focused on resident engagement, which can be extremely positive for their wellbeing. It’s so rewarding to see the impact you can have through the care you provide.

Clem

Lifestyle Assistant, Helping Hand

Advice about Residential Care

Aged care residents have rights under the Statement of Rights. These include the right to independence, autonomy, empowerment and freedom of choice; equitable access; quality and safe care and services; respect for privacy and information; person-centred communication and the ability to raise issues without reprisal; and the right to advocates, significant persons, and social connections.

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

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.

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.

Eligibility for government-subsidised residential aged care is assessed through My Aged Care. An aged care assessor will discuss your health, safety, daily support needs and current living situation before confirming whether you are approved for residential aged care. Many people still know this as an ACAT assessment. Your approval letter will explain which services you are eligible to access and may include referral codes.

Next step: Contact My Aged Care to arrange an assessment, then speak with Helping Hand about available homes and next steps.

Retirement living is for people who want independent living in a community setting, while residential aged care is for people who need ongoing care and support in an aged care home. Retirement living focuses on lifestyle, independence and community. Residential care includes personal care, nursing, meals, daily support and 24/7 staff availability.

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.