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Residential care: secure, compassionate assisted living
Whether the onset of health problems is gradual or sudden, if the need to seek assistance and comfort increases, RFBI Berry Masonic Village can provide an assisted lifestyle which includes round-the-clock care.
We are well aware that the decisions involved cause rising levels of concern both personally and for your loved ones. You will find us completely attuned to your needs, and dedicated to helping both you and your family adapt to the many changes ahead.
You can count on our compassionate and caring staff to listen to your needs in detail and provide the right options for you.
Beautiful village in sought after centre of Berry community
RFBI Berry Masonic Village is nestled in lovely grounds located in a quiet street area of Berry, a beautiful small town just two hours drive south of Sydney and only 17km from the regional town of Nowra. The Berry district is peaceful and welcoming, with tree-lined streets and very little back-street traffic, making it ideal for short strolls or longer walks. The town itself has a wide variety of shops and a small supermarket. You will be able to visit these on one of our regular bus trips.
All bedrooms look out to our beautiful gardens or courtyard so you can sit outside and enjoy the weather. We encourage you to bring treasured items from home to make your room more like home and we provide picture rails to hang artwork or photos of loved ones to personalise your room. A TV antenna outlet and a phone plug are installed for your convenience.
Facilities
Everything you need is right here
RFBI Berry Masonic Village incorporates a modern, well-equipped 50-bed residential care village including a 14-bed memory support unit for those living with dementia.
Shared areas are air-conditioned where you can able to relax in large sitting rooms with kitchenettes where we serve morning and afternoon tea.
Catering is on-site, with main meals served in the large, bright dining room. The menu is updated seasonally and adjusted to meet residents’ requests. Visitors can enjoy a meal with residents at a minimal charge.
Our large activities hall is regularly used for resident events including concerts, fashion parades, parties, shute-and-shuffle and carpet bowls competitions.
RFBI Berry Masonic Village also owns a 23-seater bus with an automatic wheelchair lift. This is available for all residents and for shopping and day trips.
Your new home: designed for convenient comfortable living
Your generously sized bedroom comes complete with an en-suite with walk-in shower, toilet, vanity, wall cabinet and call button. A balcony, built-in wardrobes, ceiling fan, heating, a benchtop and nurse call system are also included.
Take a Tour
| Year Opened | 1988 |
| All levels of care | ✓ |
| Number of Beds | 50 |
| Single rooms with ensuite | ✓ |
| Couples rooms with ensuite | - |
| Secure dementia care | ✓ |
| Private balcony or courtyard | ✓ |
| Village bus | ✓ |
| On-Site Shop | - |
| Hair dressing salon | ✓ |
| Cafe / Kiosk | ✓ |
| Medical Consultation Room | ✓ |
| Other Features | Care staff available 24 hours a day. On site gym |
Payment Options
| RAD | DAP | COMBINATION | ||
| ROOM CATEGORY | Maximum refundable accommodation deposit |
Maximum daily accommodation payment (If no RAD is paid) |
Example of paying 50% of RAD and remaining 50% by DAP | |
ROOM A(Max. Occupancy 1) |
$750,000 |
$ |
RAD$ |
DAILY DAP$ |
ROOM B(Max. Occupancy 1) |
$725,000 |
$ |
RAD$ |
DAILY DAP$ |
ROOM C(Max. Occupancy 1) |
$758,000 |
$ |
RAD$ |
DAILY DAP$ |
The government will use your means assessment to determine what you will pay for your accommodation. If the government identifies that you require financial support, they will determine what, if any contribution you are required to make towards your accommodation costs. If you are not supported, you will be required to pay the published room price. There are a number of ways in which you may choose to pay for your accommodation:
- As a lump sum, called a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD)
- A daily payment, called a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) (indexed twice per year) or
- Combination of refundable deposit and daily payment
- Part lump sum with the daily payment drawn down from the lump sum paid
The same payment options are available to supported residents in how they pay for their accommodation contribution.
Daily Accommodation Payments are indexed twice per year in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and an annual retention amount of 2% will be deducted from refundable deposits (RAD/RAC) for up to 5 years.
Higher Everyday Living Fee (HELF)
Residents may agree to enter into a Higher Everyday Living Agreement. The Higher Everyday Living options available at your RFBI Village will be provided to you on entry. You can take up HELF services at any time during your stay and have an option to cancel when the agreement is renewed each year.
For more information about Aged Care Fees and Charges you can visit the My Aged Care website or speak to one of our team members on 1800 181 959.
History
RFBI Berry Masonic Village is located in the picturesque village of Berry on the South Coast of NSW. The village is truly part of the community, having been inspired and initiated by Berry residents. The idea for support for a village originated with the Berry Garden Club, and the first plans were developed in 1995. By July, 1995, the residential care village was open to the public, and officially opened on 1st November, 1997.
Contact Information
To find out more about RFBI Berry Masonic Village, please make an appointment to see us. We look forward to meeting you so we can better understand your needs and hopefully be able to assist you.
If you would like a tour of the village or if you need urgent care, please call our Regional General Manager, Anania Lobo on (02) 4412 6000
You can visit the village at:
41 Albany Street, Berry, NSW 2535