Our Services

We do things differently

  • Boutique Aged Care Home

    We offer shared homes for up to 6 people. We welcome couples. This model has been tried and tested in Europe for decades. We are proud to be the first boutique aged care home in the Northern Rivers region of NSW.

  • Respite or Permanent

    We warmly welcome residents whether they need a short-term respite stay or a permanent home. Our approach is unique; we are not bound by set timeframes. Unlike traditional nursing homes, we work directly with you to understand and arrange the most comfortable and desirable length of stay.

  • 24/7 Care

    Around-the-clock support, ensures a safe, secure and comfortable level of independence. We work closely with residents and family members, medical and allied health professionals to help design and deliver a support service that is based on the needs of you or your family member.

  • Happy Team

    Our staff retention rate is consistently above 85% which is significantly higher than the industry average of 30%. While other aged care providers see most staff leave within a year, the majority of our team stays. This creates a stable environment where it is easier to notice small changes with residents and respond accordingly.

  • Low to High Care

    We provide low to high level of care including wound management, behaviour support, palliative care, dementia care, medication management, lifestyle choices and nutrition.

    We also specialise in end-of-life care. We provide a supportive environment that honours every individual's wishes while offering guidance to their loved ones.

  • Activities in and out of the home

    We prioritise offering activities within and outside of the home. We also proud ourselves on offering activities that residents value. It is very difficult for large nursing homes to offer individual activity programs. We are able to go to coffee at a local cafe with one resident or take everyone to the local show. We also cherish the quiet moments around the home like reading the paper in the sun.

What will I do today?

How does your normal day look? Waking up, sitting at the dining table in your pyjamas reading the paper? Maybe waking up and enjoying a cup of tea in bed reading a book? A beach walk before breakfast?

Your days at Honey Bee Homes are what you want. Movies, gardening, cafes, walks, Tai Chi classes, attending a local event, or visiting galleries or libraries.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We have created homes where we would be delighted for our own parents to live.

    We want our homes to be somewhere they would be happy to invite their family and friends to visit, to share a meal and spend quality time together as they would in their own homes. 

    We want to change the face of aged care, moving away from traditional residential aged care with dementia specific units and poor staff ratios.

    Our innovative approach has the added benefit of being a wonderful work environment where our passionate staff love working.

  • At Honey Bee Homes, we care for adults at every stage—from those needing a little extra help to those requiring high-level care including palliative care.

    We are especially proud to offer couple’s accommodation. We know that after a lifetime together, being apart is the last thing you want, and we are here to ensure you don't have to be.

  • Small scale living is not a new concept. It’s been tried and tested in Europe for decades and we believe it’s the best solution.

    It’s a boutique home for elders who require assistance in day to day living. And because of the small number of residents, all care and living conditions are completely individualised.

  • As we are privately operated and not subsidised by the Government  we do not require you to obtain an Aged Care Assessment (ACAT).

    Means testing is not compulsory, unlike a nursing home. We also don’t ask for a deposit.

    Room rates start from $700 per night include:

    • Day to day living costs such as meals, cleaning, laundry, heating and maintenance. There are a variety of wellness packages included in this cost, such as aromatherapy, exercise programs, nutrition education and social outings

    • 24/7 nursing care

    • Allied health reviews

    Each room has a price that is based upon the room type and its features.

  • Yes, we offer a minimum one week stay.

    It’s a holiday with a difference. We can offer as much care as you need, while you rest and recuperate, or just enjoy what this beautiful region has to offer.

  • The name comes from our respect for the amazing honey bee colony.

    These social creatures are admired for their seamless teamwork. Honey bees complete many jobs over their lifetime, such as nursemaid, caretaker and cleaner. Additionally, if a task needs to be completed, any available bee will jump on it, contributing to an efficient and harmonious society.

    Moreover, honey bees provide a model for a caring, compassionate community that thrives on attentiveness, communication and hard work. When we work together, we can also create a dynamic and peaceful community.

Home. Not an aged care facility.

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