Page 4 of Best Senior Communities in Vermont

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 69 senior communities in VT using VT Dept. of Disabilities, Aging & Independent Living (DAIL) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in VT
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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
The Woodlands at Stowe
SC
IL
Stowe
-Yes 45 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pennington House
SC
AL
MC
Burlington (New North End)
-No 26 Studio / 1 Bed
Maples Senior Living
SC
IL
Rutland
-No 19 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Our House Residential Care Home
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Rutland (Brookside Trailer Park)
-No 16 -
Converse Home
SC
AL
MC
Burlington (South End)
-No 91 -
Cathedral Square
SC
AL
IL
MC
South Burlington
-Yes 74 -
Maple Ridge Lodge Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
RC
Essex Junction (Essex Town)
-No 43 -
Barbara‘s 1840 House
SC
AL
MC
Rutland (Rutland City)
-No 63 -
Memory Care Program at Grand Way
SC
MC
South Burlington
-No 74 -
Rutland Housing Authority
SC
IL
Rutland
-No 69 -
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Overview of The Woodlands at Stowe

Located in the heart of Stowe, Vermont, The Woodlands at Stowe is an active 55+ independent living community that offers seniors a vibrant retirement environment bursting with community spirit. The community offers a maintenance-free apartment-style living designed with residents comfort and security in mind. With a professional on-site management team and resident services coordinator available, residents are guaranteed peace of mind knowing they have easy access to assistance and support should they need it.

At The Woodlands, residents enjoy a maintenance-free living with housekeeping, laundry, building maintenance and repairs, landscaping and snow removal handled by a hardworking support team. Fostering a full & active lifestyle, the community conducts regularly scheduled activities, such as exercise classes, live musical performances, and sightseeing excursions. Residents also enjoy chef-prepared meals daily and an array of amenities, such as a library, an exercise room, and beautiful outdoor common spaces for relaxation or socializing.

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Overview of Pennington House

Pennington House offers assisted living and memory care in Burlington, VT. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, so Pennington House may be a good fit for a resident living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

The community is in the New North End neighborhood and has studio and one-bedroom apartments. A studio provides a single private space, while a one-bedroom layout separates the sleeping area from the rest of the apartment.

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Overview of Maples Senior Living

Maples Senior Living is a 55+ senior living in Rutland where a bright retirement awaits you or your loved one. The retirement home community features are designed with the thought of ensuring that residents maintain an active lifestyle with endless opportunities. Maples’ goal is to ensure that their residents live daily to live a purposeful living as individuals who are constantly growing and learning as they begin their new journey.

Hoping seniors maintain an independent and active lifestyle, housing amenities and services include essential features. They designed an exclusive Summit Café where delicious meals are served; the Peak Wellness program for health screenings and visiting nurses; the Forever Young Social Life for scheduled social events and activities; as well as a community garden, bus transportation service, a library, an outdoor patio, and a 24-hour emergency response system. 

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Overview of Our House Residential Care Home

Four units; that’s the entire footprint of Our House Residential Care Home, and three of those four are set aside specifically for dementia care. Wanda King has owned and run the property at 69 Allen St in Rutland, Vermont for 34 years, long enough to make this one of the more established small-scale memory care operations in the area. The building is two stories and fully wheelchair accessible.

Staffing here runs deep for a community this size. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants stay on-site around the clock, handling medication management, bathing assistance, and daily range-of-motion exercises. On-site hospice and end-of-life care are part of what’s offered too, alongside direct communication with each resident’s personal physician, a detail that matters when medical coordination needs to happen quickly. The property sits just 0.13 miles from Rutland hospital, close enough that proximity itself functions almost like a safety net.

Outside, a backyard patio gives residents somewhere to sit and get fresh air. Getting anywhere beyond the property means driving, since the Walk Score here is 16, solidly car-dependent.

This is a small, tightly-staffed memory care community built around close clinical oversight, hospice-level support, and unusually close hospital access, the kind of setup that fits families prioritizing intensive, hands-on care over a larger campus.

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Overview of Converse Home

Established in 1886, Converse Home stands as a distinguished Private Non-Profit Senior Community in Essex Junction, Vermont. Nestled in a serene residential neighborhood at the southern end of Burlington, their assisted living and memory care communities offer a tranquil and inviting atmosphere for residents.
The landscaped grounds boast large flower and vegetable gardens, a charming gazebo, and several outdoor spaces that provide a delightful setting for residents to enjoy. With its convenient proximity to the University of Vermont Medical Center and the city’s activities and cultural offerings, Converse Home ensures that residents can effortlessly access essential healthcare services and indulge in enriching experiences.

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Cathedral Square

412 Farrell St. Suite 100, South Burlington, VT 05403
Overview of 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.

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Overview of Memory Care Program at Grand Way

Memory Care Program at Grand Way provides memory care in South Burlington, VT. Its secured setting includes supervision for residents at risk of wandering, making it suitable for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be within a short walk, giving a resident who no longer drives a way to get out independently.

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Overview of Barbara‘s 1840 House

Two stories, one address, and two care types under the same roof: Barbara’s 1840 House covers both memory care and assisted living at 147 Granger St in Rutland, Vermont. The surrounding area comes in at a Walk Score of 63, moderately walkable, enough for some errands on foot while a car still handles the rest.

Daily supervision runs around the clock here, paired with assistance for residents who need help with everyday living tasks. That combination matters for memory care specifically, where consistent oversight isn’t optional. Meals get built around each resident’s dietary needs rather than a single fixed menu, and a full activities schedule keeps the week from feeling empty.

Barbara’s 1840 House works for Rutland-area families looking for a smaller memory care and assisted living community where daily supervision and individual dietary needs are treated as standard practice, not an add-on.

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Overview of Maple Ridge Lodge Assisted Living

Maple Ridge Lodge has approached assisted living in a modern and innovative way while maintaining a healthy relationship between staff and residents. The newly built home houses a team of dedicated staff who have been an embodiment of dedication and professionalism to providing healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness for residents of assisted living. Residents receive personalized care that is uniquely designed based on their individual needs. Maple Ridge Lodge is one of the only few assisted living homes that offered an unmatched level of service.

Maple Ridge Lodge offers an all-inclusive set of services and amenities that help contribute to a stress-free lifestyle for its seniors– 24-hour personal care staff, a wellness center, a stocked library, scheduled transportation, an Artist-in-Residence program, concierge service, and an emergency response system.

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Overview of Rutland Housing Authority

Rutland Housing Authority is a haven of affordable senior housing nestled in the beautiful state of Vermont. Here, residents are embraced by a vibrant and sustainable neighborhood, offering a sense of community unlike any other. For decades, the surrounding community has been fortunate to receive exceptional services from Rutland Housing Authority since its establishment in 1963. With a commitment to providing support and resources, this home exudes a distinct charm that sets it apart.
At Rutland Housing Authority, residents have the opportunity to choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed senior living house plans. These plans are tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of each individual, ensuring that every resident can find a home that suits them perfectly. From cozy and intimate spaces to more spacious layouts, Rutland Housing Authority offers a range of options to accommodate different lifestyles and personal preferences. A dedicated resident services coordinator is always on hand to promptly address any concerns and ensure a comfortable living experience. The community is also equipped with an array of resources designed to foster a fulfilling and engaging environment, allowing residents to thrive and make the most of their living space.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in Vermont

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 69 senior communities in Vermont. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in Vermont?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Vermont, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting senior communities in Vermont?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Senior Communities in Vermont at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Vermont. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 23The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Vermont. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90