Best Assisted Living in Vermont
Commonly referred to as the Green Mountain State, Vermont captivates its residents with breathtaking natural landscapes, rich culture, and charming towns. Those seeking adventure have access to numerous outdoor spaces that provide plenty of outdoor activities. The state fosters a sustainable lifestyle with tight-knit neighborhoods and excellent assisted living communities that make it an ideal place for retirees. Ranking high among the safest and greenest states in the U.S., Vermont provides a perfect backdrop for maintaining a high standard of living amidst a peaceful and relaxing setting.
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Three Cathedral Square
Cathedral Square, established in 1977 in South Burlington, Vermont, offers diverse senior living options. These include independent apartments, assisted homes, and dedicated memory care options. Committed to environmentally sustainable building practices and energy efficiency, Cathedral Square ensures its facilities maintain high-quality standards while remaining affordable for seniors.
In a dedicated effort to create a healthy, smoke-free environment, Cathedral Square holds well-maintained premises staffed by true professionals. Residents can use various amenities, including free on-site parking, a vibrant social, cultural, and recreational activities calendar, and dedicated garden spaces. The community welcomes up to two pets and extends cost-effective perks such as discounted cable rates. Notably, utilities like telephone, internet, and cable TV are all included in the rent, enhancing the convenience of living at Cathedral Square. With an array of inviting community spaces, Cathedral Square prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, creating an engaging and professionally managed living environment.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 450 - 570 / 560 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Type of Care Available
Maple Village
Maple Village is the ideal place for residents to experience an active lifestyle where they can fulfill independence and support throughout. The affordable 65+ (and 18+) community understands the importance of happiness and serenity, ensuring that each resident can receive only the best care in a cozy and home-like environment.
Services offered at Maple Village include an emergency response system, an elevator, mobility assistance services, ADLs, handicap-accessible transportation services, a game room, shared spaces, and an in-house nurse available.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Minimum Age
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Metivier Residential Care Home
Located in Barre, VT, Metivier Residential Care Home is an intimate board and care home that provides assisted living to its residents. Metivier Residential Care Home offers assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting, and may arrange services with a traveling barber or hairdresser. Additionally, the home provides three healthy, home-cooked meals tailored to accommodate medical conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes.
Conveniently situated in a peaceful neighborhood, this fully furnished residence offers private and semi-private rooms. Social and recreational activities are part of the amenities, allowing residents to enjoy scheduled outings, doctor appointments, and shopping.
St. Joseph Kervick Residence
Situated in the town of Rutland, Vermont, St. Joseph Kervick Home offers a peaceful and natural environment, surrounded by pristine forests at the crossroads of Route 4 and Route 7. Conveniently located nearby, Rutland Regional Medical Center ensures easy access to routine and emergency healthcare services, while the regional airport, just a few miles south, provides travel options for seniors and their families.
St. Joseph Kervick Home is a senior care home community that features private rooms and nine specialized care units specifically designed to cater to individuals with significant physical or cognitive needs. With a focus on personalized care, the community provides attentive support and supervision, assisting residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility, and medication management. St. Joseph Kervick Home also arranges transportation services for residents’ medical appointments, ensuring their healthcare needs are met with convenience and efficiency.
Cathedral Square
Cathedral Square, established in 1977 and nestled in South Burlington, Vermont, offers a diverse range of senior living options. These encompass independent living apartments, assisted living homes, and dedicated memory care options. Committed to environmentally sustainable building practices and energy efficiency, Cathedral Square ensures that its facilities maintain high-quality standards while remaining affordable for seniors.
In a dedicated effort to create a healthy, smoke-free environment, Cathedral Square maintains well-maintained premises staffed by dedicated professionals. Residents can take advantage of various amenities, including free on-site parking, a vibrant calendar of social, cultural, and recreational activities, and dedicated garden spaces for their enjoyment. The community welcomes up to two pets and extends cost-effective perks such as discounted cable rates. Notably, utilities like telephone, internet, and cable TV are all included in the rent, enhancing the convenience of living at Cathedral Square. With an array of inviting community spaces, Cathedral Square prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, creating an engaging and professionally managed living environment.
Type of Care Available
Our House Residential Care Home
Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Rutland, VT, Our House Residential Care Home is an enticing community that comprises four Vermont State Licensed Level 3 Residential Care Homes. Three of these are special care units, specifically designed and focused on providing the best care for loved ones suffering from dementia, and one transitional or assisted living community. With a highly trained team and caregivers, residents ailing from dementia are guaranteed exceptional care and support throughout their stay.
With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy delightful and nutritious home-cooked meals, assistance with daily tasks, 24-hour team and security, and many more. Engage in engaging and enriching daily activities and community events while making new friends and memories. At Our House Residential Care Home, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Two-story
Types of Care Available
Mansfield Place
Situated in Essex Junction, Vermont, Mansfield Place is an assisted living community with specialized memory care services. Senior residents here experience well-appointed apartments, delightful chef-prepared meals, and an array of inviting common areas and beautifully manicured gardens. With a focus on personalized care and professional support, Mansfield Place ensures a higher level of comfort and peace of mind for both residents and their families, knowing their needs will be attentively met whenever required.
The dedicated staff works tirelessly to create a warm and engaging environment where seniors can enjoy their golden years. With a commitment to providing compassionate care, vibrant activities, and top-notch services, Mansfield Place stands out as a trusted and welcoming community for seniors in Essex Junction.
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities
At Assisted Living Magazine, our rankings are designed to help families compare senior living communities with clarity and confidence.
Each community is evaluated and ranked based on reputation, transparency, digital trust, and on-site quality signals.
Below is the full explanation of every factor and the exact weight it contributes to the final score.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:
- Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
- Website quality and digital trust indicators
- Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)
These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.
Balancing Additional Factors
The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including:
- Walkability and local accessibility
- Estimated property value
- Pricing information
These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
Check out our cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
Check out our cost guide.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
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