Sunshine Gardens

40 Anderson Road, Sunshine, Melbourne, VIC 3020

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03 8311 8888

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1300 362 481

0457 014 636
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Sunshine Gardens Care Community

Located in the western suburb of Sunshine near the scenic Kororoit Creek Trail, Sunshine Gardens Care Community (formerly BlueCross Western Gardens) offers a peaceful and welcoming environment where residents feel right at home. Thoughtfully designed interiors, cosy common areas, and beautifully landscaped courtyards create the perfect balance of comfort and connection. Whether enjoying a group exercise class, a visit to the hair and beauty salon, or a quiet moment with loved ones in the private dining room, there are many ways to enjoy each day.

Care at Sunshine Gardens

Our Care Community provides compassionate, personalised care with registered nurses onsite 24/7 and a dedicated wellbeing team. We offer permanent, respite, dementia, and palliative care, supported by access to primary and allied health services, including physiotherapy.

Daily Living at Sunshine Gardens

Sunshine Gardens features modern single rooms with private ensuites, a hair and beauty salon, library, and tranquil courtyards. Residents can enjoy music, art, cultural activities, and pet-friendly spaces. With seasonal menus, regular bus outings, and opportunities for social connection, every day is a chance to live meaningfully in a supportive community.

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Sunshine Gardens bedroom options

Classic

Type: Single Size: 17-25m²

1 Bed

Ensuite

You have 3 payment options:

Option 1

Pay the full lump sum of $575,000

Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD). It’s refundable when you leave

Option 2

Pay a full daily amount of $119.88

Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) is billed monthly

Option 3

A combination of RAD & DAP

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Your daily amount will be

$119.88 Per Day

Plus a means tested daily care fee and the Maximum Permissible Interest Rate (MPIR)

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Our high-quality care is founded on clinical excellence and nurturing your overall wellbeing

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Sunshine Gardens has the following features

Community Engagement

Bus for outings

Private Dining / family room

Close to transport

Hairdressing salon

On-site chef

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Customer Reviews

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21st October 2025

Belinda Bonnett

My aunty has been in care at Sunshine Gardens for decades now. The staff are all so lovely, treat everyone like family. NDIS worker Fenn is everyone's favourite, he is one of the nicest blokes you could meet. Thanks to all the staff, makes it easier knowing your loved one will be in good hands.

Thank you for your lovely words, Belinda. I am glad to hear that you are happy with our service and care at Sunshine Gardens Care Community. Our commitment and dedication to our residents is to ensure we deliver the best service and care to all our residents, and that everyone feels at home. We put our heart and soul into the care we deliver for our residents and to treat everyone as family. Many thanks, Sarojani

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3rd August 2025

Joe Fenech

Mums been there in respite and I can't thank the staff enough. Offering us coffee and what else through our moment of grief. Food smells and tastes so good. Nice and clean and no bad smells. Once again, hats off to a very caring bunch of staff there. Very accommodating to my mothers belief in her faith. Great feel good vibe and that cat Tyson just tops it off for me.

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18th March 2025

Sharon Cutajar

Can not thank blue cross enough for the care they gave my beloved mum, mum was only there for a short while, but from day one we knew we had choose the best place for her to be, The staff from the bottom to the top were amazing in the care they gave mum, and when she went into palliative care they went above and beyond, I truly believed they prolong mums life with the care they gave her, i visited mum everyday and was always greeted with a smile and a chat, I felt part of the blue cross family, and will miss all the staff and residents, the respect and walk of honour they gave mum when she passed will stay in my heart forever, again from the bottom of my heart I thank each and everyone of you, and if I need to go into aged care I’m coming back to you guys,,, bless you all ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️, an honourable mention to luxe, who always made my day 🥰🥰🥰🥰

Hi Sharon, thank you for taking the time to leave such a heartfelt review. We are so glad to hear that your beloved mum received the best care during her time with us. Our team takes great pride in providing exceptional care and we are happy to hear that you felt like a part of our community. We are honoured to have been able to make a positive impact on your mum's life and we will cherish the memories we shared with her. We are also grateful for the mention of Luxe, who always brightened your day. Thank you for trusting us with your mum's care. Take care and all the best to you and your family. Best regards, Varinder (GM)

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2nd January 2025

Shane Cockburn

My mother was in Western Gardens for 4 years and has just passed away. The staff at Western Gardens are SO amazing and treat residents with respect and dignity. The staff go above and beyond the call of duty. No complaining just heads down and full steam looking after the residents. Some of the stand out staff are Luxe, Natalie, Janetta, Haycey, Virginia, Mark, Lia and George. The manager Varinder is so so supportive, Caring and a manager that listens to all feedback and actions if required. Since Varinder has taken over Western Gardens has got so much better. I HIGHLY recommend Western Gardens to anyone looking to have there loved ones looked after.

Dear Shane, Thank you for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure to care for your mother, and we are so happy that we were able to support you both during your time with us. Your kind words have been shared with our team. Best wishes from us all!

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18th November 2024

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