Doutta Galla Lynch's Bridge Aged Care Facility

44 Market Street
KENSINGTON VIC 3031
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RATINGS
Overall rating


Good

Reported: May 2026 by Dept. of Health and Aged Care. The overall rating is based on the aged care home’s performance across four key areas: Compliance, Residents’ Experience, Staffing and Quality Measures.

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Compliance


Excellent

Residents' experience


Good

Staffing


Good

Quality measures


Acceptable

February 2026
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For more details about this facility's compliance and quality, view the Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission audit reports here.
DETAILS
Accommodation:
Residential permanent:
Single room + ensuite

Maximum RAD: $620,000
Maximum DAP: $143.19

Room size: 16.8m2
Maximum room occupancy: 1
Room description (as supplied):
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite.
Single room + ensuite

Maximum RAD: $564,000
Maximum DAP: $130.26

Room size: 14.1-14.3m2
Maximum room occupancy: 1
Room description (as supplied):
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite
Single room + ensuite

Maximum RAD: $423,000
Maximum DAP: $97.70

Room size: 14.1-14.3 m2
Maximum room occupancy: 1
Room description (as supplied):
Well maintained room, with single ensuite, built-in-robe and window providing natural sunlight. Room furnished with electric adjustable bed (hospital grade), sitting chair, over-bed table, bed side drawer with lockable draw. The room contains quality soft furnishings. The ensuite consists of shower, wash basin and toilet, with hand rails throughout. A number of emergency and nurse call buzzers are located throughout the bedroom and ensuite.
Aged Care Home's description:

Built on Kensington’s former stockyards, and surrounded by grand old peppercorn trees, Lynch’s Bridge has a period façade and peaceful setting.

Lynch’s Bridge is 58 bed facility offering permanent and respite care, including a 20 bed secure memory support unit. Every bedroom has a garden view and a spacious ensuite bathroom. Residents share two large leafy courtyards, and bright lounge rooms.

A daily Lifestyle program brings people together for exercise, music, art and other activities to nurture skills and make life fun. Friends and relatives join in for events, outings and meals. All food is prepared on-site, using the freshest ingredients, and food preferences are happily accommodated.

Many residents have lived in the area for a long time, and maintain strong connections with the local community. The popular RSL, swimming pool, bowling club and senior citizens club are all a short walk away.

Government funded:
Yes
Extra service provider:
Yes
Website:
https://www.dgas.org.au
Provider organisation:
Doutta Galla Aged Services Ltd Note for provider
Phone number:
+61411835337
Email address:
admissions@dgas.org.au
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44 Market Street
KENSINGTON VIC 3031
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