Park House

Overview of Park House

Park House is a charming residence located in the heart of Rochester, Vermont. This close-knit community offers affordable rates and a variety of thoughtfully designed senior living house plans. These plans cater to the unique needs and preferences of individuals aged 60 and over who meet the qualifications, ensuring that each resident can find a home that suits them perfectly. Set amidst picturesque surroundings, the home offers a tranquil retreat where seniors can find true peace and serenity.
Wheelchair-accessible rooms and an elevator ensure that every aspect of daily life is made easier for residents. The community embraces a family-style design, creating a warm and secure environment where individuals can thrive. Picture yourself enjoying the company of neighbors on a lovely porch, or relishing the spaciousness of the living and dining rooms. For those seeking intellectual stimulation, the library offers a haven of knowledge, while Park House events and other public offerings provide endless opportunities for engagement and connection.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #21 / 29Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 21st out of 29 independent 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 independent living community we track in Vermont that reports data for that category. Independent 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

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age60

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Managed by Lolly Lindsey

Executive Director

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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rochester's city center to Park House's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.7 miles to nearest hospital (Gifford Medical Center)

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Compare Independent Living around Rutland

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. 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. 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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Park House
IL
Rochester-No
24
Facility 24
VT AVG 44
Rank #21 / 29
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Maple Village
IL
NH
RC
Rutland (Rutland City)-Yes
83
Facility 83
VT AVG 44
Rank #4 / 29
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms14
Maples Senior Living
IL
Rutland-No
19
Facility 19
VT AVG 44
Rank #23 / 29
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Rutland Housing Authority
IL
Rutland-No
69
Facility 69
VT AVG 44
Rank #6 / 29
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Loretto Home
IL
AL
MC
NH
Rutland (Rutland City)-No
67
Facility 67
VT AVG 44
Rank #7 / 29
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Vermont

Park House is located in Rochester, 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 Park House

Is Park House in a walkable area?

Park House has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Park House?

No, Park House has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Park House?

The team at Park House can be reached at director@parkhousevt.org.

Are there photos of Park House?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Park House in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Park House provide?

Park House offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Park House?

Park House is located at 16 Park Row, Rochester, VT 05767.

What is the phone number of Park House?

(802) 767-3416 will put you in contact with the team at Park House.

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