Through our commitment to innovation and continual improvement the relationship with each resident and their sense of choice and comfort is paramount. With 60 places, Stretton Gardens Residential Care provides Ageing in Place for residents to enjoy warm continual personal attention and practical help in a safe and comfortable environment they call home.

At Southern Cross Care Stretton Gardens we have a real commitment to providing quality care in a homely environment, complemented by professional and caring staff in comfortable surroundings. Located in the beautiful semi-rural suburb of Drewvale, with convenient Brisbane City and Gold Coast access, Stretton Gardens delivers professional aged care services with a personal care and dedication driven by our promise to value and respect human life.

Assisted Living recognises that our apartments are homes to our residents where they can live independently, but with the added benefit of peace of mind, and the ability to access assistance, as needed, with all daily living activities

At Southern Cross Care, we pride ourselves on the way we look after people. Every person has their own life history and their own individual goals and we respect this in the services we provide:

• Living areas that enhance meal time as well as providing peace for reading and entertaining family and guests. 
• Gardens spaces and raised garden beds to invite participation. 
• Pastoral Care Services. 
• Delicious meals that are cooked fresh daily on site. 
• Qualified, skilled and friendly staff provide specialised care for those residents living with dementia, chronic disease management, palliative and end of life care. 
• Shared activity spaces for Religious Services and meaningful community and site events. 
• On site coffee shop 
• Stylish and comfortable furnishings and artwork for a homelike feel 
• On site hairdresser 
• Social Activities

Southern Cross Care (Qld): Retirement Villages, Aged Care, Costs & Locations 

Last updated: June 2026 
Reviewed by Villages.com.au team 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) is a Catholic not-for-profit provider offering retirement villages, aged care homes and community home care services across Queensland. Here, we will explain Southern Cross Care (Qld) locations, retirement living, aged care, costs and key considerations, helping you compare Southern Cross Care (Qld) communities on villages.com.au. 

About Southern Cross Care (Qld) 

Southern Cross Care Queensland is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross more than 40 years ago. 

The villages.com.au operator page says Southern Cross Care (Qld) operates five retirement villages, thirteen aged care homes and community home care services. 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) should be understood as a mixed retirement living, aged care and home care provider rather than a retirement-village-only operator. 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) Locations 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) listings on villages.com.au are concentrated across Queensland, especially around Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, the Sunshine Coast and regional communities. 

Availability, bed numbers, dwelling numbers and vacancies vary by listing, so it’s best to check individual villages.com.au pages before enquiring. 

Living and Care Options at Southern Cross Care (Qld) 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) offers retirement villages, residential aged care, respite, dementia care and home care services. 

Aged care and home care access depends on assessment, eligibility, location and availability. 

What Does It Cost to Live in a Southern Cross Care (Qld) Community? 

Costs depend on whether you are comparing a retirement village, an aged care home or home care services. 

Retirement village costs may include an entry price and ongoing village fees, while aged care costs depend on accommodation type, government assessment and personal circumstances. 

It’s best to confirm all fees directly with Southern Cross Care (Qld) and seek independent legal and financial advice before committing. 

Lifestyle & Amenities 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) communities differ between retirement villages and aged care homes, so amenities vary by location. 

Villages.com.au listings mention features such as visiting medical services, onsite nursing, 24-hour onsite staff, medical alerts, village buses, licensed bars, walk-to-shops access and walk-to-transport access. 

• Retirement villages and aged care homes across Queensland 

• Respite and dementia care in selected facilities 

• Village buses and medical alerts in selected retirement villages 

• Onsite nursing and 24-hour staff in many aged care homes 

• Community-focused, values-based support 

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