The Residences at the Essex

Q: What neighborhood is The Residences at the Essex in?

The Residences at the Essex is in the Essex Town neighborhood.

Q: Is The Residences at the Essex in a walkable area?

The Residences at the Essex has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the phone number of The Residences at the Essex?

(802) 878-5411 will put you in contact with the team at The Residences at the Essex.

Q: Is The Residences at the Essex Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Residences at the Essex is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

The Residences at the Essex

Senior Communities & Independent Living · Vermont, VT

Overview of The Residences at the Essex

Tucked in the heart of Vermont, The Residences at The Essex is an all-inclusive senior living community that offers a daily retreat to its residents, fostering an active and engaged community. The beautiful campus is staffed by a full-time team of professionals who are dedicated to providing exquisite, maintenance-free living. In-house PT and OT services are also available for residents.
With an exclusive lifestyle designed for a small group of residents, this community boasts a range of amenities that are sure to impress. From a large and cozy lounge to a screening room, fitness center, and vegetable and herb gardens, this community has it all. Getting around is easy as well with under-building parking, and residents can enjoy access to outdoor pools, lap pools, hot tubs, and tennis courts in the Burlington area.

(802) 878-5411

Walk Score: 32 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Types of Care at The Residences at the Essex

Independent Living

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The Residences at the Essex is located in Essex Junction, Vermont.
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Choices for Care

VT Medicaid CFC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Vermont resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Small state; rural access emphasis.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Assisted living options

Vermont Assistive Community Care Services (ACCS)

VT ACCS

Age 65+

General Vermont resident, in approved residential setting.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Facility-based; limited funding.

Benefits

Personal care (2-4 hours/day in facility) Respite (varies) Basic support services

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Vermont OAA Services

Age 60+

General VT resident; no income/asset limits.

Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits Not assessed.

5 AAAs (Age Well, CVCOA, NEKCOA, Senior Solutions, SVCOA); rural focus.

Benefits

Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Vermont Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General VT resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Fuel Assistance Program

Vermont Seasonal Fuel Assistance

Age 60+ prioritized

General VT resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Covers oil, gas, wood; emergency aid available.

Benefits

Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Vermont Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; VT resident; 2+ ADLs.

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,000 annually.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Vermont VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General VT resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Adjustment Assistance

Vermont Property Tax Credit

Age 65+ (or all ages)

General VT resident, homeowner/renter, income-based.

Income Limits (2025) ~$47,000/year (household); caps credit at ~$128,000.

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Credits up to $8,000; serves ~20,000 households.

Benefits

Tax credit (~$500-$2,500 avg., up to $8,000 max) reduces property tax

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

Vermont CSFP

Age 60+

General VT resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,632/month 130% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Serves ~5,000 seniors via 50+ drop sites.

Benefits

Monthly food box (~$50 value) with shelf-stable goods (e.g., cereal, canned goods)

Attendant Services Program (ASP)

Vermont Attendant Services Program

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)

General VT resident, severe/permanent disability, 2+ ADL needs.

Income Limits (2025) Medicaid-eligible (~$2,829/month) or near-eligible for General Fund.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; varies for General Fund.

Participants hire/manage caregivers; serves ~500 annually.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Limited supplies

1.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Essex Junction's city center to The Residences at the Essex's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.7 miles to nearest hospital (Ellen G. Evans, RD)

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What neighborhood is The Residences at the Essex in?

The Residences at the Essex is in the Essex Town neighborhood.

Is The Residences at the Essex in a walkable area?

The Residences at the Essex has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of The Residences at the Essex?

(802) 878-5411 will put you in contact with the team at The Residences at the Essex.

Is The Residences at the Essex Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Residences at the Essex is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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