Doutta Galla Footscray Aged Care Facility
Provider overview

Doutta Galla Footscray was opened in 2008. It is a modern, bright residence, offering 88 beds in single and double rooms, and providing permanent and respite residential care, and a 12-bed secure memory support unit.
Located close to Footscray station and market, easily accessible from Melbourne CBD, Footscray is an affordable inner-city residence.
Designed over two levels, with a series of courtyards, Footscray provides boutique hotel-styled accommodation. Every room has a view, and a spacious ensuite bathroom.
Residents gather in light-filled social areas for our daily Lifestyle program – activities that nurture skills and make life fun. Meals are all prepared on-site, using the freshest ingredients. Menus change weekly, and food preferences are happily accommodated.
We are proud of the diversity of our residents, and all cultures, nationalities, faiths and language groups are welcome.
Compliance information |
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Accreditation Period |
3 Years
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Accredited | Yes |
ABN |
96088097929
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Approved Provider |
Doutta Galla Aged Services Ltd
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Previously known as | - |
Gallery

Location
Map showing the provider's location. limited accessibilityRoom details and costs
Single rooms
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite.
Maximum room occupancy |
1
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Room size |
14.77 m2
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Maximum refundable deposit | $450,000 |
Maximum daily payments | $61.40 |
Common areas description | Facility has a number of common area spaces that can be used including 3 dining areas, 5 lounge/TV areas, a billiard room, BBQ area, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dressing salon, landscaped gardens, 4 courtyards and resident garden. The facility is equipped with a 24 hour nurse call system. |
Additional care and services included in room price | Our Lifestyle team provide a wide range of activities including: - Music and entertainers - Art and crafts - Group games like bingo and footy tipping competitions - Access to the Doutta Galla Men's Shed - Exercise classes - Gardening |
Additional care and services available at additional cost | There are a number of services that can be provided at a cost. For example, a hair dressing service is available at a cost. |
Extra service fee | |
Extra service fee explained | |
Combination payment example | 50% refundable deposit of $225,000 and 50% daily payment of $30.70 |
Explanation of payment options | Residents can choose to pay for their accommodation by 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 |
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw, TV and Air Conditioning. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite.
Maximum room occupancy |
1
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Room size |
15.36 m2
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Maximum refundable deposit | $550,000 |
Maximum daily payments | $75.04 |
Common areas description | Facility has a number of common area spaces that can be used including 3 dining areas, 5 lounge/TV areas, a billiard room, BBQ area, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dressing salon, landscaped gardens, 4 courtyards and resident garden. The facility is equipped with a 24 hour nurse call system. |
Additional care and services included in room price | Our Lifestyle team provide a wide range of activities including: - Music and entertainers - Art and crafts - Group games like bingo and footy tipping competitions - Access to the Doutta Galla Men's Shed - Exercise classes - Gardening |
Additional care and services available at additional cost | There are a number of services that can be provided at a cost. For example, a hair dressing service is available at a cost. |
Extra service fee | $0 |
Extra service fee explained | |
Combination payment example | 50% refundable deposit of $275,000 and 50% daily payment of $37.52 |
Explanation of payment options | Residents can choose to pay for their accommodation by 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 |
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite.
Maximum room occupancy |
1
|
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Room size |
14.77 m2
|
Maximum refundable deposit | $500,000 |
Maximum daily payments | $68.22 |
Common areas description | Facility has a number of common area spaces that can be used including 3 dining areas, 5 lounge/TV areas, a billiard room, BBQ area, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dressing salon, landscaped gardens, 4 courtyards and resident garden. The facility is equipped with a 24 hour nurse call system. |
Additional care and services included in room price | Our Lifestyle team provide a wide range of activities including: - Music and entertainers - Art and crafts - Group games like bingo and footy tipping competitions - Access to the Doutta Galla Men's Shed - Exercise classes - Gardening |
Additional care and services available at additional cost | There are a number of services that can be provided at a cost. For example, a hair dressing service is available at a cost. |
Extra service fee | $0 |
Extra service fee explained | |
Combination payment example | 50% refundable deposit of $250,000 and 50% daily payment of $34.11 |
Explanation of payment options | Residents can choose to pay for their accommodation by 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 |
Shared rooms
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite.
Maximum room occupancy |
2
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Currently available | Yes |
Room size |
15.8 m2
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Maximum refundable deposit | $350,000 |
Maximum daily payments | $47.75 |
Common areas description | Facility has a number of common area spaces that can be used including 3 dining areas, 5 lounge/TV areas, a billiard room, BBQ area, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dressing salon, landscaped gardens, 4 courtyards and resident garden. The facility is equipped with a 24 hour nurse call system. |
Additional care and services included in room price | Our Lifestyle team provide a wide range of activities including: - Music and entertainers - Art and crafts - Group games like bingo and footy tipping competitions - Access to the Doutta Galla Men's Shed - Exercise classes - Gardening |
Additional care and services available at additional cost | There are a number of services that can be provided at a cost. For example, a hair dressing service is available at a cost. |
Extra service fee | |
Extra service fee explained | |
Combination payment example | 50% refundable deposit of $175,000 and 50% daily payment of $23.88 |
Explanation of payment options | Residents can choose to pay for their accommodation by 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 |
The fee arrangements for aged care homes changed on 1 July 2014. A summary of the types of fees that you may be asked to pay are on the Aged care home costs and fees page.
If your income and assets are over a certain amount you may be asked to make an accommodation payment that you agree with the home. Otherwise the Australian Government will pay for part or all of your accommodation costs. The Department of Human Services will advise you if you are required to make an accommodation payment.