Co-located with a Retirement Village
Co-located with a Retirement Village
Cafè
Cafè
Hair and Beauty Salon
Hair and Beauty Salon
On-site Chapel
On-site Chapel

About Shanagolden Pakenham

Lively, fun and full of compassion.

If you’re looking for aged care in Pakenham, Shanagolden by VMCH is a popular choice in Cardinia Shire. Newly renovated in late 2024, Shanagolden features 90 beautifully refurbished rooms with modern interiors, plus a brand-new café for residents, families, and friends to enjoy. 

 

Co-located with a vibrant retirement village, Shanagolden offers ‘ageing in place,’ so village residents can easily transition to the aged care home as their needs grow.

 

With a Catholic foundation, we warmly welcome everyone. Residents wishing to practice their faith will find supportive services here, and people from all faiths and backgrounds are embraced. Pastoral care is available to all, offering emotional and wellbeing support. 

 

Our home is fully accredited by the Aged Care Quality Standards, ensuring you receive the highest level of care. 

 

Want to learn more? Book a call today. 
We offer permanent care, aged care respite, specialised dementia care and end-of-life care (palliative care)
Medical
Skilled nurses, personal care assistants and passionate volunteers work together to support your health, comfort and daily needs.
Allied Health
Allied health services including physiotherapy, podiatry, nutrition counselling, massage therapy and more, all conveniently on-site.
Wellness
Personal grooming and pampering through our on-site hair and nail salon, with regular hairdressing and massage services.
Our team of staff and volunteers are passionate about developing fun and interesting aged care activities, tailored to you.
Weekly Activity Calendar
Sun
Enjoy a diverse lifestyle program with physical, musical, sensory, and wellness classes that promote health and active living.
Crafts
Take part in creative, hands-on experiences such as cooking, crafts, gardening, and bingo for fun and social connection.
Paw Print
Benefit from therapeutic dog visits that bring comfort, companionship, and emotional well-being.
Bus

Join exciting outings and day trips to explore new places, build friendships, and create lasting memories.

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Try us first

Contact us to enquire about a respite stay.
We offer short-term respite care options at VMCH Shanagolden Aged Care, Pakenham, subject to availability. Whether you need temporary support or are considering transitioning to long-term care, our respite services at VMCH Aged Care Pakenham are here to assist you.

Pricing Information

Pricing is dependent on individual means and asset testing. Payment can be made via a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD), a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) or a combination of both. Supported places are available.

This information has been provided by VMCH as a general guide to our services and is subject to change. More information about Shanagolden’s Pricing Sheet.

Shanagolden Pakenham

Select the room type you are interested in

Classic RoomA Classic Room has a cost of
$450,000
Superior RoomA Superior Room has a cost of
$600,000

Shanagolden Pakenham

Select payment option

Pay upfront

Pay the full accommodation cost as a lump sum (refundable when you leave, minus any outstanding fees).

Pay a daily fee

Pay a daily amount based on the unpaid balance, using a government-set interest rate.

Pay a combination

Combine a lump sum with a daily fee to suit your budget.

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Shanagolden Pakenham

Estimated cost based on your selections

Pricing is dependent on individual means and asset testing. Payment can be made via a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD), a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) or a combination of both. Supported places are available.

Accredited Aged Care

VMCH (Villa Maria Catholic Homes), formerly known two entities called Villa Maria and Catholic Homes, continues to uphold the same high standards of care and commitment to our residents. While our name has changed, our dedication to providing compassionate, personalised aged care services remains as strong as ever. We are proud to carry forward the legacy, now under the trusted banner of VMCH.
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Dining Experience

At VMCH, you won’t come across a typical aged care food menu. Our Head Chef Manager designs nutritious meals that look and taste terrific.

Enjoy a morning buffet with classic favourites and freshly cooked dishes, followed by three-course meals for lunch and dinner featuring entrée, main, and dessert. Our diverse, culturally inspired menus cater to individual dietary needs, with made-to-order extras like sandwiches, salads, and light meals available on request.

Meet the team

Shanagolden Pakenham
Prisca Were
Residential Services Manager
Prisca began working in aged care nearly 20 years ago and is truly passionate about helping her residents live their best lives. She is proud to lead a team of like-minded professionals who deliver the highest quality care to residents each day. 
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I’d like to highlight the fabulous job the Lifestyle Team do for residents and families. They are the heart and soul of VMCH and are kind, caring, resourceful, and hardworking. I can rest easy knowing they go above and beyond and deserve recognition for their amazing work.
Jenny

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