St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Burlington, VT

St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Burlington, VT

Overview of St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home

St. Joseph’s Residential Care Home is a delightful residence nestled in the heart of Burlington, Vermont. Situated near a myriad of local conveniences, including retail shopping, healthcare services, and houses of worship, this home offers both convenience and tranquility. With numerous pharmacies in close proximity, residents can easily access their medication needs. The home provides a total of 41 well-appointed units, offering a range of services such as assisted living, independent living, retirement home, and care home services.
Immerse yourself in the peaceful ambiance of this community, where residents can enjoy a serene and supportive environment. St. Joseph’s Residential Care Home prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, creating a space where they can feel at ease and experience a sense of belonging. As one of the premier assisted living communities in the area, St. Joseph’s Residential Care Home goes above and beyond to ensure that each resident receives personalized care and attention.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #16 / 34Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 16th out of 34 assisted living communities we track in Vermont for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Vermont facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Vermont that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Religious ServicesYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activitiesexercise, crafts
Wellness Program24/7 professional, compassionate care, medication management, personal support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Specific Programsdaily activities and social opportunities, religious services and spiritual care, planned activities and spiritual support
Religious Services
Volunteer Program

Room Accommodations

Room TypesPrivate Rooms, Suites

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Burlington's city center to St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Burlington

Info below is compiled from the VT Dept. of Disabilities, Aging & Independent Living (DAIL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Burlington-No
46
Facility 46
VT AVG 48
Rank #16 / 34
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Three Cathedral Square
AL
IL
Burlington (Old North End)-Yes
93
Facility 93
VT AVG 48
Rank #1 / 34
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ethan Allen Residence
AL
RESC
Burlington (New North End)-No
68
Facility 68
VT AVG 48
Rank #11 / 34
Studio / 1 Bed
Pennington House
AL
MC
Burlington (New North End)-No
26
Facility 26
VT AVG 48
Rank #25 / 34
Studio / 1 Bed
Converse Home
AL
MC
Burlington (South End)-No
91
Facility 91
VT AVG 48
Rank #2 / 34
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other VT assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Vermont

St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home is located in Burlington, 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).
VT

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
VT

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.
VT

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).
VT

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.
VT

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.
VT

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
VT

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.
VT

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.
VT

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.
VT

Participants hire/manage caregivers; serves ~500 annually.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home

Is St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home in a walkable area?

St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home has a walk score of 46. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home?

No, St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home?

Yes — there are 4 photos of St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home provide?

St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing.

What is the address of St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home?

St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home is located at 243 N Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05401.

What is the phone number of St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home?

(802) 864-0264 will put you in contact with the team at St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home.

Is St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

St. Joseph‘s Residential Care Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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