Williston Woods

Overview of Williston Woods

Corn hole leagues and Bone Builders classes aren’t things you’d expect on a standard senior-living amenity list, but Williston Woods has both, part of a genuinely active calendar at this 55+ resident-owned community in Williston, Vermont. A hundred and twelve homes spread across six streets, thirty-two years of operating history behind it, all at 126 Williston Woods Road.

Getting anywhere off-property means driving; the Walk Score sits at 0, about as car-dependent as this metric gets, so this is rural Vermont living, not a walkable town center. Ken Bridges manages the property, backed by a full-time staff of twelve.

The social calendar is where this community actually distinguishes itself. Ice-cream socials, concerts, home-cooked monthly dinners, an annual bazaar, bingo nights, card-making, corn hole leagues, Bone Builders, game days, coffee hours: that’s not a generic list, that’s a genuinely varied, resident-driven activity schedule. An activity center, game room, outdoor shuffleboard court, and a substantial book collection round out the physical amenities.

Williston Woods, all in all, is a longstanding, resident-owned independent living community built around real social engagement, in a rural, thoroughly car-dependent stretch of Vermont where the creative activity calendar does a lot of the heavy lifting.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #3 / 15Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 15 homes we track in Vermont for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Vermont facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Vermont that reports data for that category. 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.
33 years
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staff Details

Total Employees
12
Full-Time Employees
12

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Game Room
Shuffleboard
Extensive Collection Of Books
Activitiesice-cream socials, monthly dinners, bingo nights, game days
Specific Programsice-cream socials, concerts, home-cooked monthly dinners, annual bazaar, bingo nights, card-making, corn hole leagues, Bone Builders, game days, coffee hours
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursWednesday: 8:30am-4:30pm; Friday: 9am-1pm

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Williston's city center to Williston Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Essex Junction

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Shelburne
33
Facility 33
VT AVG 109
Rank #11 / 13
Yes--
34
Facility 34
VT AVG 21
Rank #1 / 15
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Williston Woods
IL
Williston (Williston North)-No-Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
33
Facility 33
VT AVG 21
Rank #3 / 15
A+
Heineberg Senior Housing
IL
Burlington (New North End)-No
64
Facility 64
VT AVG 45
Rank #22 / 68
Private Rooms--
Taft Farms Senior Living Community
IL
Williston (Williston North)-Yes
54
Facility 54
VT AVG 45
Rank #26 / 68
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Homestead Senior Living
IL
AL
RESC
St Albans City (Saint Albans Town)-Yes
10
Facility 10
VT AVG 45
Rank #62 / 68
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Vermont

Williston Woods is located in Williston, 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 Williston Woods

What neighborhood is Williston Woods in?

Williston Woods is in the Williston North neighborhood of Williston.

How long has Williston Woods been in business?

Williston Woods has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Williston Woods?

No, Williston Woods has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Williston Woods?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Williston Woods in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Williston Woods?

Williston Woods is located at 126 Williston Woods Rd, Williston, VT 05495.

What is the phone number of Williston Woods?

(802) 879-1740 will put you in contact with the team at Williston Woods.

Does Williston Woods provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Williston Woods is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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