Overview of The Residence at Otter Creek The Residence at Otter Creek is a residential assisted living community in Middlebury, Vermont. The home in Addison County offers a full care continuum, with assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care meeting residents’ varying needs. The tree-lined setting features cottages that evoke a residential neighborhood character. Occupants can select their preferred floor plan and enjoy the surrounding landscape views.
The home’s care approach spotlights trained, certified support. Associates are certified by the National Institute for Dementia Education, ensuring expertise particularly in memory care. The facility handles extensive medication management, including injections and crushed medications, plus vital signs monitoring and oxygen assistance, making it equipped for residents with more complex medical needs alongside those managing daily living activities. Dining is approached with care and personalization. Menus are thoughtfully crafted to handle individual dietary preferences and needs, recognizing that mealtime is central to daily satisfaction and well-being. Though pets aren’t allowed, The Residence at Otter Creek offers a set of activities, events, and enriching programs all week, providing opportunities for occupants to stay engaged and connected. The location sits in a car-dependent area where a vehicle is required for most errands, but proximity matters: residents are about 1.6 miles from Middlebury’s city center and less than a mile from Porter Medical Center (University of Vermont Health), which is convenient for medical appointments and emergencies.