RFBI Hawkins
Masonic Village
3 Northville Drive, Edgeworth NSW 2285
Call (02) 4946 3299
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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 Hawkins Masonic Village can provide an assisted lifestyle which includes round-the-clock nursing and medical 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.
Combining the best of country and city life
RFBI Hawkins Masonic Village nestles in quiet bushland in the outer Newcastle suburb of Edgeworth, close to beautiful Lake Macquarie, on 16 hectares of land donated by Albert Hawkins.
You will be enchanted by the beautifully maintained gardens, outdoor areas and courtyards overlooking the tranquil views. The village is conveniently located only 3km from the F3 Freeway, 3km to Edgeworth shopping centre and 20km from Newcastle city centre. We are dedicated to helping you enjoy a sociable and fulfilling lifestyle here — but helping you preserve your privacy and be as relaxed as you like.
For the many enjoyable activities on offer, we provide an on-site community hall for fashion parades, movies, parties, meetings, concerts and family functions.
We also provide individual activity programs that include bingo, crafts, discussion groups, movement to music, sing-a-longs, choir practice, bus trips, shuffleboard, dances, high teas and games. You will also have access to the village library, genealogy library and internet kiosk.
There is also a men’s shed, open to all male residents, enabling them to take part in activities like woodwork, metalwork, welding, toy making, model railway tasks and social functions. We also have a craft room, open to all who are crafty!
To help you get around outside the village, we have two 12-seater coaches, mainly used for outings, including shopping. Public transport buses also come right into the village.
Facilities
Everything you need is right here
At RFBI Hawkins Masonic Village we provide 71 residential care rooms and offer modern, furnishings, air conditioning and common areas for socialising and relaxing.
We provide state of the art nurse call and resident monitoring systems for peace of mind. All meals are cooked fresh on site and served in our dining rooms. We also take care of all laundry on site.
The rooms offer true serenity and peace among landscaped grounds and gardens, with safe and secure outdoor areas.
Take a Tour| Year Opened | 1975 |
| All levels of care | ✓ |
| Number of Beds | 71 |
| Single rooms with ensuite | ✓ |
| Private balcony or courtyard | ✓ |
| Village bus | ✓ |
| On-Site Shop | - |
| Hair dressing salon | ✓ |
| Cafe / Kiosk | ✓ |
| Medical Consultation Room | ✓ |
| Other Features | Registered Nurse on site 24 hours a day. Men’s Shed. |
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 | |
ACACIA –
|
$600,000 |
$ |
RAD$ |
DAILY DAP$ |
BANKSIA –
|
$600,000 |
$ |
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
In 1968, local ambulance man Edgars Lideman saw the need for a retirement village in the area and approached local businessman Albert Hawkins for a donation. Albert donated 16 hectares (over 40 acres) of land, forming a partnership with RFBI.
Our first residential care village, providing 30 high-care beds, was completed in 1975. Between 1979 and 2007, three new houses were added, providing a further 101 beds. We upgraded and refurbished all our single and double rooms in Grevillea House in 2008, which was officially opened by the Governor General, Ms Quentin Bryce AC, CVO, in June 2009.
Contact information
To find out more about RFBI Hawkins Masonic Village, please 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 urgently need care, please call our General Manager, Larissa Williams at (02) 4946 3299.
You can visit the village at:
3 Northville Drive, Edgeworth, NSW 2285.