The Victorian Government has appointed a builder for the proposed new $62.8 million aged care facility in Mansfield.
The new 30-bed facility is set to replace the ageing Buckland House Aged Care facility (pictured) and will be located next to the existing 42-bed Bindaree Retirement Centre, which will also be refurbished to deliver a modern and spacious facility for residents.
“We’re ensuring residents in Mansfield and surrounds receive state-of-the-art care in a home-like environment – with private bedrooms, bathrooms and an abundance of access to green spaces,” said Minister for Ageing, Ingrid Stitt.
Designs for the new facility showcase 30 modern single rooms and private ensuite bathrooms, a dedicated kitchen, dining, lounge and break-out sitting areas for residents to stay connected with each other as well as loved ones.
To make the most of the surrounding natural environment, the designs also ensure residents have open area views and an abundance of natural light, acknowledging the positive impact of green spaces and fresh air for residents’ physical and mental wellbeing, as well as increasing social interaction.
“With a builder appointed and designs for this state-of-the-art facility now revealed, communities across Victoria’s High Country can look forward to seeing shovels in the ground on this project in coming months,” said Member for Northern Victoria, Jaclyn Symes.
The new facility will also provide a dementia friendly environment that is better suited to supporting the mental health and complex care needs of older Victorians, said the Minister.
Delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with Mansfield District Hospital and A W Nicholson, the new facility is expected to be completed in late 2027.
The project forms part of the $108.2 million Rural and Regional PSRAC Revitalisation Stage 1 to expand and refurbish public sector residential aged care facilities in Mansfield and Orbost.
