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Best Nursing Homes in Barre, VT

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Barre, VT using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in VT
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Barre, VT. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Barre, VT. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Barre, VT. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living.

2 facilities compared · CMS & VT Dept. of Health data

Barre Gardens
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Barre
96
Facility 96
VT AVG 109
Rank #10 / 13
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
VT AVG 81%
Rank #4 / 12
+15%
4.04
Facility 4.04
VT AVG 4.27
Rank #4 / 12
-5%-5%
$194.6k
Facility $194.6k
VT AVG $151.3k
Rank #10 / 12
51
Facility 51
VT AVG 28.9
Rank #10 / 12
7.3
Facility 7.3
VT AVG 4.3
Rank #11 / 12
-84-
7
Facility 7
VT AVG 44
Rank #66 / 70
Amanda Moxley
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VT AVG $12.1M
Rank #9 / 11
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VT AVG $4.4M
Rank #11 / 11
31.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 31.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
VT AVG 38%
Rank #10 / 11
475037
Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
Barre
115
Facility 115
VT AVG 109
Rank #8 / 13
65.7%
Facility 65.7%
VT AVG 81%
Rank #10 / 12
-19%
3.92
Facility 3.92
VT AVG 4.27
Rank #5 / 12
-45%-8%
$390.4k
Facility $390.4k
VT AVG $151.3k
Rank #12 / 12
83
Facility 83
VT AVG 28.9
Rank #11 / 12
5.2
Facility 5.2
VT AVG 4.3
Rank #9 / 12
1076-
21
Facility 21
VT AVG 44
Rank #54 / 70
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$10.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
VT AVG $12.1M
Rank #11 / 11
$1.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $1.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
VT AVG $4.4M
Rank #9 / 11
19.1%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 19.1%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
VT AVG 38%
Rank #1 / 11
475020
Overview of Barre Gardens

Barre Gardens (Formerly Rowan Court Health & Rehab Center), a distinguished nursing home in Barre, VT, provides a range of services including skilled nursing and assisted living. With a focus on skilled medical care for senior adults, their services include 24-hour supervision, medication management, and 12-16 hours of nursing care.

Residents at Barre Gardens can relish the outdoor courtyard and benefit from transportation services to dialysis and cancer centers, medical appointments, and recreational outings. This nursing community specializes in both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, offering a variety of medical services including IV therapy, Dialysis Care, Treatment of Infection, Pain Management, and more.

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Overview of Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center

Located in Barre, VT, Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center is a high-quality skilled nursing and rehabilitative care provider for its residents. The focus is on personalized care, offering both short-term and long-term care, respite care, and rehabilitation services within this nursing home community. With a 24-hour awake staff, a nutritionist, an onsite nurse available for 8 hours a day, and comprehensive medication management, your loved ones receive prioritized and attentive care. Residents have access to transportation for appointments, outings, and other necessary trips. The center features a sunroom serving as a relaxing hub where residents can bask in the sun, participate in activities, or unwind while connecting with friends and family.

Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center takes pride in its housekeeping, fostering a clean and comfortable environment that promotes the well-being and comfort of residents. Additional amenities include activities, pet-friendly spaces, a barber shop, a beauty salon, a media center, common rooms, and an indoor atrium.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Barre, VT

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Vermont?

Assisted living in Vermont is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Vermont Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Vermont Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Barre, VT. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Barre, VT?

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 Barre, VT, 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 nursing homes in Barre, VT?

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.