JMV North Sydney

James Milson Village is situated in North Sydney and is in close proximity to local shopping precincts, transport hubs and several beautiful parks and recreational spots on our harbour shores.

Accommodation

James Milson Village offers a range of residential care options; permanent care, respite care, rehabilitative care, palliative care and buildings dementia care. Our home is spread across two buildings and we offer a range of room types including;

Single Rooms with ensuite
Single Room with shared bathroom facilities
Double Rooms with Ensuite
Double Room with shared bathroom facilities.

All our rooms and shared spaces are tastefully finished, well maintained and include all specialist equipment and fittings that enable the delivery of excellent care and services to our residents. We strive to create an environment that is welcoming and homelike.

James Milson Village has 126 available places for people seeking residential care.

Services

Retirement Living offers a unique caring ministry for the ageing population of North Sydney and surrounds including;

On site manager Monday to Friday
After hours support through a Registered Nurse and/or Vital Call
In home support services (nursing, community access and domestic assistance)
Wellness and Rehabilitative Services
Maintenance, gardening and IT Support Services
Social events and activities
Visiting Podiatry and other specialist allied health services/practitioners

JMV Residential Care offers a unique caring ministry for the ageing population of Woolwich and surrounds including;

Skilled and experienced staff team including Registered Nurse 24 hours
Wellness and Rehabilitative Services
Maintenance, gardening and IT Support Services
Social events and extensive activities program
Visiting Podiatry and other specialist allied health services/practitioners
Specialist Memory Support Program

Facilities

Each resident has access to a range of shared facilities including;
- Lounge and Computer facilities with Wi-Fi connections
- Terraced areas and gardens for family gatherings
- Barbeque facilities
- Library facilities
- Hair Dressing Salon
- Chapel and Church Services
- Large Function area – Level 3 of Elamang House includes tea and coffee making facilities
- Gymnasium
- On site Kiosk

Special Programs & Activities

All residents have a choice from our daily Activity Program designed specifically to enhance your lifestyle and wellbeing.

Our program includes;

Music and singalongs
Gardening Club
Arts and Crafts
Movie nights
Bingo, cards and games
Exercise Classes, Walking Groups
Cooking and Kitchen Activities
Pet Therapy
Excursions
Book Club
News and Current Affairs
Spiritual Reflection and Church Services
High Tea
Entertainment from visiting performers
Dance Lessons
Special/Themed Events

Family members and visitors are encouraged to participate.

NOTE:

Some activities may attract an additional charge

FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS

RESIDENTIAL CARE

Moving into aged care can be confusing and the financial requirements can vary depending on your income and assets assessment and the type of care accessed. Your resident agreement provides details of fees and charges however a summary is below;

Basic Daily Care Fee (BDCF); is set by the government and is paid by all residents; the BDCF is 85% of the single aged pension and is subject to a twice yearly (March and October) increase in line with Pension increases.
Means Tested Care Fee (MTCF); is an extra contribution toward the cost of care that some residents are required to pay on top of the BDCF. The amount of MTCF is set by the Department of Human Services and is based on your income and assets assessment.

Accommodation Payment; this payment is for your accommodation and is also referred to the Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD). Payment amounts are dependent on your choice of room and your income and assets status. Not all people are required to pay a RAD and will have all their costs met by the government. James Milson Village has various price points for our RAD, please see attached Fees, Charges and Key Features Statement for more details.
Additional Service Options; this payment is a payment for optional or additional services that you may elect to have. You will be provided with a menu and pricing for additional services at the time of entry

NOTE:

Accommodation Payments are fully refundable on your departure
Accommodation payments are government guaranteed
Accommodation Payments can be paid as a lump sum, daily accommodation payment (interest payment/DAP) or a combination of lump sum and interest. You have 28 days to choose the options that best suits your circumstances
Respite residents pay the BDCF only plus any agreed additional services
Further information is available on Myagedcare or on application

INDEPENDENT LIVING UNITS

The financial requirements at James Milson Village vary depending on your choice of apartment and entry method (Loan/Licence or rental).

Rental; arrangements as governed by the Residential Tenancy Act 2010. You will be required to pay a Bond of 4 weeks rent and a daily rental payment billed and payable monthly. Rental amounts are adjusted in July annually.
Loan/Licence; arrangements as governed by the Retirement Villages Act and Regulations. Entry payments (ingoing contributions) are required to be paid in full prior to moving into your chosen apartment. You will be required to pay a recurrent charge; recurrent charges enable James Milson Village to meet the daily operational and management requirements of the Village. Recurrent Charges are adjusted in July annually.
Residents entering on a Loan/Licence arrangement are subject to a Deferred Management Fee (DMF); the DMF is calculated at a rate of 6% annually for a maximum of 5 years or 30%