How much does it cost to live at The Palms?
Download Fee Schedule
What if I need transport to a medical appointment?
There are options for patient transport, both private and public.
The NSW ambulance service runs a patient transport system for medical appointments. Eligibility and booking information may be found on this link:
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/nept/Pages/AboutNEPT.aspx
Alternatively there is a private company we recommend by the name of SmartCare. They may be contacted on: 1300 663 434
http://www.smartcare.com.au/services.html
What is life like in The Shire?
Keep up to date with life in our local community at
these links:
http://www.theleader.com.au/
http://shirelife.com/
Do you have visiting hours?
At The Palms Aged Care, we do not have specific visiting hours. Family and friends are welcome and are a valued part of our resident’s lives. We do ask however for health & safety reasons that you sign in and out in our Visitor’s book upon entering and departing our facility.
Can I go out for dinner or on a holiday when I reside at The Palms?
All residents may take social leave however only permanent residents may stay overnight elsewhere on social leave. Health permitting, all residents are of course permitted to attend social outings. Friends or relatives escorting residents on outings are requested to sign the resident out before leaving the facility. We have wheelchairs you may borrow should you require one for your outing.