Set on the edge of Swan Hill, near to the Murray River – the Alcheringa site is bordered by picturesque fruit growing country, dotted with stone fruit and citrus trees.
Located about 90kms from the Respect Cohuna site. Alcheringa is a modern facility built just a decade ago.
Room Options
75 beds (30 secure dementia units)
Some single rooms have shared ensuites. One respite bed can be booked.
Two main ends – Sunnyside Lodge and Honeybee Lodge. The first is general housing that is divided into three wings. The second, contains the secure dementia units.
Team Structure
Our team consists of clinical staff and specialists including registered nurses and personal care assistants available on-call, 24 hours a day. A social care team deals with activities and therapy. Team members are passionate, caring and friendly and go above and beyond to build a genuine rapport with residents.
Care Structure
We offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of services including:
Residential aged care
Palliative care
Secure dementia care
Respite care
Provided Services
With attention to the complete health and wellbeing of our residents, the services we offer combine specialist care with quality of life. Beyond our standard care offerings, further services accommodate specific needs of residents.
Dedicated specialists like dieticians, podiatrists, optometrists and speech therapists make frequent visits, along with physiotherapists for mobility and pain management. Hairdressers come in weekly and are available by appointment.
Food & Diet
Healthy and balanced meal choices are prepared by a full-time chef throughout the week. On weekends, supporting chefs continue to prepare meals on-site. A variety of meals cater to resident’s preferences and dietary requirements, with Alcheringa having a distinct Mediterranean flair. The menu is updated twice a year, with a summer and winter menu, and fresh food arrives throughout the week.
Activities & Excursions
Entertainment is coordinated by the leisure and lifestyle team who look after events and activities that are planned over a social calendar. Our proximity to the city centre means we’re quite involved in the community. Trips to nearby points of interest including art galleries are convenient with dedicated bus and vehicle options.
Discover the charming Bupa Mildura, a modern care home opened in 2013 in the heart of Mildura, Victoria. You’ll be close to the local community with shops, cafés, Mildura Central Plaza, surrounding lakes and the Murray River nearby.Outdoors we have beautifully landscaped gardens and shaded courtyards providing an ideal space for enjoying the weather, relaxing on your own or with family and friends. All rooms feature access to a private patio and large windows to bring in lots of natural light.Inside we have a range of comfortable rooms, including dining and sitting rooms, cosy lounges with TV and library.Your activitiesYour passionate lifestyle team are committed to providing you with a range of activities for you to get involved with. Some activities that you will have the opportunity to get involved with include: cultural and spiritual activities, cognitive activities including puzzles, exercise sessions, community events, in-home entertainment, and movies.Visit our website to learn more or book a tour online.
Chaffey House, formerly Chaffey Aged Care, has been part of the local community since 2007 and is now proudly operated by Respect. Over the years, the home has grown to accommodate 100 residents, offering permanent, respite, dementia-specific, and palliative care. Recent upgrades include a welcoming café, new furnishings, a state-of-the-art laundry, gym, and refurbished kitchen and staffroom, providing residents, visitors, and staff with modern, comfortable spaces. With landscaped gardens and a vibrant program of activities, Chaffey House provides more than just aged care, it offers a true sense of belonging.