ACQSC + My Aged Care · Hobart

Best Aged Care in Hobart, 2026

18 aged-care providers in Hobart, 2026, ranked by ACQSC star rating (the Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission's quality regime introduced December 2022). We flag the things that change the conversation: ownership type (faith-based or community not-for-profit vs the ASX-listed Regis / Estia operators), bed capacity, basic daily fee + Refundable Accommodation Deposit where the home publishes them, dementia-specific and palliative-care availability, and special-needs programs (LGBTI, CALD, Indigenous, Veterans). Verify any provider's current ACQSC rating directly at myagedcare.gov.au. Coverage spans Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, New Town, Moonah and Bellerive.

18 providers ranked No paid placements ACQSC ratings published
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Which is the best aged care in Hobart?

Our top-ranked aged care in Hobart for 2026 is Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise — Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise (Lindisfarne, Hobart) is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider. Runners-up: Southern Cross Care Rosary Gardens and OneCare Barossa Park Lodge. All 18 providers in this guide serve Hobart and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 18 providers profiled in Hobart, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

★Key takeaways

  • ✓Highest ACQSC rating: Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise (4/5 stars), Lindisfarne.
  • ✓1 of 18 have ACQSC ratings of 4 or 5 stars; the national average is around 3 stars.
  • ✓17 are not-for-profit (faith-based or community-owned); the rest are for-profit operators.
  • ✓10 offer dedicated dementia-specific care; 10 are palliative-care capable.
  • ✓Published basic daily fees range $66.8–$66.8/day; the means-tested care fee, RAD/DAP and additional services sit on top. Always request a fee letter before signing.

18 Verified Aged Care in Hobart, Ranked

1

Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise

Not-for-profit (faith-based) ACQSC 4/5 Dementia-specific Palliative care Lindisfarne

Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise (Lindisfarne, Hobart) is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider. ACQSC 4/5 stars. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

★★★★☆

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Lindisfarne, Hobart. ACQSC overall rating 4 stars (Good). Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6246 7200

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.scctas.org.au/location/fairway-rise/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

2

Southern Cross Care Rosary Gardens

Not-for-profit (faith-based) ACQSC 3/5 Dementia-specific Palliative care New Town

Southern Cross Care Rosary Gardens runs a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider from New Town. ACQSC 3/5 stars. 142 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

★★★☆☆

Beds

142

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in New Town, Hobart. ACQSC overall rating 3 stars (Acceptable). Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6144 5200

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.agedcarequality.gov.au/services/rosary-gardens-8416). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

3

OneCare Barossa Park Lodge

Not-for-profit (community) ACQSC 3/5 Dementia-specific Palliative care Glenorchy

OneCare Barossa Park Lodge operates as a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider in Glenorchy, Hobart. ACQSC 3/5 stars. 136 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

★★★☆☆

Beds

136

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Community not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Glenorchy, Hobart. ACQSC overall rating 3 stars (Acceptable). Specialist programs: Dementia.

Verify on My Aged Care ↗

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/find-a-provider/search/l88xqcsw-onecare-limited/aged-care-homes/barossa-park-lodge-2r0rkmc5). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

4

Derwent Views

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Lindisfarne

Derwent Views, in Lindisfarne, is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 145 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

145

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

145-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by Respect Group Limited.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

5

The Queen Victoria Home

Not-for-profit (community) Lindisfarne

The Queen Victoria Home (Lindisfarne, Hobart) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 137 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

137

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Best for: Carers needing short-stay respite for a family member

137-bed community-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by Queen Victoria Home Inc.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

6

Barossa Park Lodge

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Glenorchy

Barossa Park Lodge runs a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider from Glenorchy. 136 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

136

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

136-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by OneCare Limited.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

7

St Ann’s

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Hobart

St Ann’s operates as a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider in Hobart, Hobart. 123 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

123

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

123-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by Respect Group Limited.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

8

Rivulet

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Palliative care South Hobart

Rivulet, in South Hobart, is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider. 119 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

119

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

119-bed faith-based residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by Southern Cross Care (Tas) Inc.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

9

Glenview Community Services Inc.

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Glenorchy

Glenview Community Services Inc. (Glenorchy, Hobart) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 100 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

100

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

100-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by Glenview Community Services Inc.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

10

Bishop Davies Court

Not-for-profit (community) Kingston

Bishop Davies Court runs a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider from Kingston. 98 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

98

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care.

Best for: Families preferring community-owned over corporate operators

98-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by OneCare Limited.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

11

OneCare Bishop Davies Court

Not-for-profit (community) Dementia-specific Kingston

OneCare Bishop Davies Court operates as a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider in Kingston, Hobart. 98 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

98

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Community not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Kingston, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6283 1100

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://onecare.org.au/bishop-davies-court/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

12

Korongee

Not-for-profit (community) Derwent Park

Korongee, in Derwent Park, is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 96 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

96

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care.

Best for: Families preferring community-owned over corporate operators

96-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hobart, operated by Glenview Community Services Inc.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

13

Regis Tasmania - Eastern Shore

ASX-listed (for-profit) Dementia-specific Palliative care Warrane

Regis Tasmania - Eastern Shore (Warrane, Hobart) is a ASX-listed for-profit operator. 85 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

85

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

$590k

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Asx-listed residential aged-care home in Warrane, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6282 2600

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.regis.com.au/residence/regis-tasmania-eastern-shore/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

14

Uniting AgeWell Queenborough Rise Community

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Dementia-specific Palliative care Sandy Bay

Uniting AgeWell Queenborough Rise Community runs a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider from Sandy Bay. 60 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

60

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Palliative, Allied health.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Sandy Bay, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6283 4000

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.unitingagewell.org/our-services/residential-care/queenborough-rise-community). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

15

Southern Cross Care Rivulet

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Dementia-specific South Hobart

Southern Cross Care Rivulet operates as a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider in South Hobart, Hobart. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in South Hobart, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6221 2200

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.scctas.org.au/location/rivulet/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

16

Southern Cross Care Guilford Young Grove

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Dementia-specific Sandy Bay

Southern Cross Care Guilford Young Grove, in Sandy Bay, is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Sandy Bay, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.scctas.org.au/location/guilford-young-grove/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

17

Glenview Community Services

Not-for-profit (community) Dementia-specific Glenorchy

Glenview Community Services (Glenorchy, Hobart) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Community not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Glenorchy, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6277 8800

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://glenview.org.au/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

18

Corumbene Care

Not-for-profit (community) Dementia-specific New Norfolk

Corumbene Care runs a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider from New Norfolk. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Community not-for-profit residential aged-care home in New Norfolk, Hobart. Specialist programs: Dementia.

03 6261 2744

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://corumbene.org.au/residential-care/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

Aged Care in Hobart, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider ⇅ Suburb ⇅ Ownership ⇅ ACQSC ⇅ Beds ⇅ Daily fee from ⇅
Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise LindisfarneNFP (faith)4/5-On enquiry
Southern Cross Care Rosary Gardens New TownNFP (faith)3/5142On enquiry
OneCare Barossa Park Lodge GlenorchyNFP (community)3/5136On enquiry
Derwent Views LindisfarneNFP (community)Not yet rated145$66.8
The Queen Victoria Home LindisfarneNFP (community)Not yet rated137$66.8
Barossa Park Lodge GlenorchyNFP (community)Not yet rated136$66.8
St Ann’s HobartNFP (community)Not yet rated123$66.8
Rivulet South HobartNFP (faith)Not yet rated119$66.8
Glenview Community Services Inc. GlenorchyNFP (community)Not yet rated100$66.8
Bishop Davies Court KingstonNFP (community)Not yet rated98$66.8
OneCare Bishop Davies Court KingstonNFP (community)Not yet rated98On enquiry
Korongee Derwent ParkNFP (community)Not yet rated96$66.8
Regis Tasmania - Eastern Shore WarraneASX-listedNot yet rated85On enquiry
Uniting AgeWell Queenborough Rise Community Sandy BayNFP (faith)Not yet rated60On enquiry
Southern Cross Care Rivulet South HobartNFP (faith)Not yet rated-On enquiry
Southern Cross Care Guilford Young Grove Sandy BayNFP (faith)Not yet rated-On enquiry
Glenview Community Services GlenorchyNFP (community)Not yet rated-On enquiry
Corumbene Care New NorfolkNFP (community)Not yet rated-On enquiry

Pricing and availability data checked against public sources at time of publication. We do not host first-party reviews; star ratings have been removed from this directory pending a moderated review-collection process.

Aged-care RAD prices in Hobart, by band

Upper · $550k–750k

1 home — e.g. Regis Tasmania - Eastern Shore

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Aged-care homes in Hobart, by suburb

SuburbHomesACQSC
Glenorchy OneCare Barossa Park Lodge, Barossa Park Lodge, Glenview Community Services Inc., Glenview Community Services 3★
Lindisfarne Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise, Derwent Views, The Queen Victoria Home 4★
South Hobart Rivulet, Southern Cross Care Rivulet —
Kingston Bishop Davies Court, OneCare Bishop Davies Court —
Sandy Bay Uniting AgeWell Queenborough Rise Community, Southern Cross Care Guilford Young Grove —
New Town Southern Cross Care Rosary Gardens 3★
Hobart St Ann’s —
Derwent Park Korongee —

How we rank aged care in Hobart

We rank aged-care providers on objective, publicly verifiable signals — never on star reviews, which we do not collect. The strongest signal is the ACQSC star rating (the Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission's regime, weighted compliance 40%, residents' experience 33%, staffing 15%, quality measures 12%), followed by bed capacity and stability, ownership type, fee transparency (published basic daily fee and RAD), and dementia / palliative care availability. Verify any provider's current rating at myagedcare.gov.au. Best Aged Care Australia does not accept payment to feature or rank providers.

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Common questions

FAQs: aged care in Hobart

Where can I find genuine reviews of Hobart aged-care homes?

Australia does not have a trusted consumer star-review system for aged care, and we do not publish first-party star ratings. The closest authoritative quality signal is the ACQSC star rating on myagedcare.gov.au, which includes a Residents' Experience component drawn from face-to-face interviews with residents (weighted 33% of the overall star rating). Read the full quality-indicator and resident-experience breakdown for each home on My Aged Care, and visit in person twice before deciding — ratings are a quarterly snapshot, not a substitute for a tour.

How much does aged care cost in Hobart in 2026?

Every resident pays the federally-regulated basic daily fee of $66.80/day (March 2026), plus a means-tested care fee based on income and assets, plus accommodation: either a lump-sum Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) or an equivalent Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) at the Maximum Permissible Interest Rate. RADs in Hobart commonly range from $400,000 to $900,000+. Always request a written fee letter and check the home's published RAD on myagedcare.gov.au before signing.

How do I choose between aged-care homes in Hobart?

Tour each home at least twice (once at meal time, once mid-afternoon), check the latest ACQSC accreditation report and star rating, and ask about 24/7 registered-nurse coverage and care minutes per resident per day (the federal target is 215 minutes, including 44 minutes of RN time). Talk to current residents' families — they're the most honest reference. A free placement consultant can also identify current vacancies and negotiate the RAD.

How much is the RAD for aged care in Hobart?

Among the Hobart aged-care homes we list with a published price, Refundable Accommodation Deposits (RADs) centre around $590,000, typically ranging from under $400,000 to $750,000+. The RAD is fully refundable when the resident leaves or passes away. You can instead pay an equivalent Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) at the Maximum Permissible Interest Rate, or split the two. Always confirm the current RAD on myagedcare.gov.au and request a written accommodation agreement before signing — RADs are often negotiable.

Which Hobart aged-care homes offer dementia care?

Hobart homes we cover with dementia or secure memory support include Southern Cross Care Fairway Rise, Southern Cross Care Rosary Gardens, OneCare Barossa Park Lodge, Derwent Views. Secure dementia units are locked, dementia-specific wings with higher staffing and design that prevents wandering; eligibility runs through an ACAT assessment via My Aged Care (1800 200 422). Costs mirror standard residential care. Dementia-specific beds can have longer waits, so it's worth enquiring early.

How do I get an ACAT assessment for my parent?

Call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422. The assessment is free and conducted by a qualified team (usually a nurse or social worker) at your parent's home. It takes 1-2 hours and determines what level of care they're eligible for — Home Care Package levels, residential aged care, respite, or transition care. You'll receive a referral code by post within 2-4 weeks. Without an ACAT code, you cannot access subsidised aged care services.

How much does aged care cost in Australia in 2026?

Residential aged care costs include a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) of $400k-$1.2M (returned when you leave), the Basic Daily Care Fee of $61.96/day (paid by everyone), a means-tested care fee of 0-$32,718/year based on income and assets, and optional extra services fees. Total annual cost ranges from $30,000 (low-means residents) to $90,000+ (premium homes). In-home care via Home Care Packages is much cheaper: $7,500-$61,000/year depending on level.

What is the difference between low-care and high-care?

These categories were abolished in 2014. Aged care homes now offer a mix of care levels and adjust as residents' needs change. Your level of subsidy is determined by the Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI) assessment done after admission. This means you don't need to move homes if your mum's needs increase — the same home will provide more support and the government subsidy will increase accordingly.

How long does it take to get into an aged care home?

In metropolitan Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, most homes have vacancies and placement can occur within 1-4 weeks of an ACAT assessment being completed. Premium homes in inner suburbs may have 3-12 month waitlists. Regional homes are typically faster (1-2 weeks). Specialist dementia care units are slower (4-12 weeks) due to limited bed numbers. If urgent placement is needed, a placement service can identify homes with same-week vacancies.

Will Centrelink fund aged care?

The government heavily subsidises aged care through the Aged Care Subsidy. The amount depends on a means assessment of your parent's income and assets. Low-means residents pay only the Basic Daily Care Fee ($61.96/day) and have their accommodation costs covered. Higher-means residents pay more, including a means-tested care fee up to $32,718/year and full accommodation costs (RAD or daily payment). Services Australia conducts the means assessment — submit forms SA457 (income) and SA485 (assets).

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