Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Barre Gardens
Barre Gardens is a Nursing Home in Vermont
Barre Gardens is a Nursing Home in Vermont
Barre Gardens
Barre Gardens is a Nursing Home in Vermont
Barre Gardens is a Nursing Home in Vermont
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.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
96
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
92.9%
Residents per day (avg)
78
Occupancy rate
92.9%
Residents per day (avg)
78
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
73% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
27% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$15.4M
Profit
$9.6K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$15,365,986.00
Profit
$9,571.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.4M
Walk Score: 7 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home
Additional licensing details
County:
Washington
Care Services
Provides Memory Care
Contact Information
Fax:
802-479-5679
Types of Care at Barre Gardens
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
Respite Care
Hospice Care
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living.Compare Nursing Homes around Barre
Barre Gardens
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
HC
Hospice Care
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
Barre
96
No
7
MOXLEY, AMANDA
92.9%
$15,363,387.00
$3,155,586.00
20.5%
77.60
2/5
4.0364
2/5
2/5
2/5
1
Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center
HC
Hospice Care
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
Barre
115
No
21
-
65.7%
$10,879,352.00
$1,657,348.00
15.2%
71.60
-
3.9221
-
-
-
5
Barre Gardens Reviews
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Christian Triana
I have been an LNA at Barre Gardens on prospect street for 8 months.Today I was fired. Here is why.To begin with, this facility is facing huge troubles with staffing of all departments. Housekeeping, laundry, nursing/lnas, cooks. Everything.They are on the short list to be a "Special Focus" facility which is a designation meaning they have messed up so bad they have to be watched and investigated very closely by state and Medicare officials.Starting last week a resident in the dementia wing flushed incontinence wipes and hurt the plumbing badly. In a knee-jerk reaction, they decided to eliminate wet wipes for the entire facility over night and move to washcloths. This in itself is not uncommon. Some facilities only use washcloths.The problem is that the facility did not have the washcloths to accommodate 90 residents daily needs. Quickly the situation became so dire that LNAs were forced to use bed flat/fitted sheets, pillow cases and basically anything available to take care of residents incontinence needs.Last Friday the night shift situation was so dire that there were a total of 15 washcloths for 90 residents at the start of the 11pm shift. There were virtually no other linens as well as the laundry team is short staffed and we had been using them as well.I contacted the director of nursing to report the issue and was told there were wipes available. I had to go down into the supply and a lock that was poorly rigged to a previous fix came undone. I found no wipes. I then had to push open a door to the laundry room that was marked "do not enter" and the Director of nursing did not know the code for and all nurses keys in the building did not open. The door was marked because it had a folding table against it inside. I pushed my way inside and retrieved 70 or so washcloths. Barely enough for the entire building to provide care for your loved ones.The next day shift would have basically nothing again until almost noon to care for patients.What do you like most about living here?
Answer: I have been an LNA at Barre Gardens on prospect street for 8 months.Today I was fired. Here is why.To begin with, this facility is facing huge troubles with staffing of all departments. Housekeeping, laundry, nursing/lnas, cooks. Everything.They are on the short list to be a "Special Focus" facility which is a designation meaning they have messed up so bad they have to be watched and investigated very closely by state and Medicare officials.Starting last week a resident in the dementia wing flushed incontinence wipes and hurt the plumbing badly. In a knee-jerk reaction, they decided to eliminate wet wipes for the entire facility over night and move to washcloths. This in itself is not uncommon. Some facilities only use washcloths.The problem is that the facility did not have the washcloths to accommodate 90 residents daily needs. Quickly the situation became so dire that LNAs were forced to use bed flat/fitted sheets, pillow cases and basically anything available to take care of residents incontinence needs.Last Friday the night shift situation was so dire that there were a total of 15 washcloths for 90 residents at the start of the 11pm shift. There were virtually no other linens as well as the laundry team is short staffed and we had been using them as well.I contacted the director of nursing to report the issue and was told there were wipes available. I had to go down into the supply and a lock that was poorly rigged to a previous fix came undone. I found no wipes. I then had to push open a door to the laundry room that was marked "do not enter" and the Director of nursing did not know the code for and all nurses keys in the building did not open. The door was marked because it had a folding table against it inside. I pushed my way inside and retrieved 70 or so washcloths. Barely enough for the entire building to provide care for your loved ones.The next day shift would have basically nothing again until almost noon to care for patients.
Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?
Answer: No
Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?
Answer: No
How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)
Answer: 1
Are special diets handled well?
Answer: No
Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?
Answer: No
How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?
Answer:
How was the units offered in this community?
Answer:
Do you feel safe living in this community?
Answer: No
How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?
Answer:
Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?
Answer:
Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?
Answer:
Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?
Answer:
I have been an LNA at Barre Gardens on prospect street for 8 months.Today I was fired. Here is why.To begin with, this facility is facing huge troubles with staffing of all departments. Housekeeping, laundry, nursing/lnas, cooks. Everything.They are on the short list to be a "Special Focus" facility which is a designation meaning they have messed up so bad they have to be watched and investigated very closely by state and Medicare officials.Starting last week a resident in the dementia wing flushed incontinence wipes and hurt the plumbing badly. In a knee-jerk reaction, they decided to eliminate wet wipes for the entire facility over night and move to washcloths. This in itself is not uncommon. Some facilities only use washcloths.The problem is that the facility did not have the washcloths to accommodate 90 residents daily needs. Quickly the situation became so dire that LNAs were forced to use bed flat/fitted sheets, pillow cases and basically anything available to take care of residents incontinence needs.Last Friday the night shift situation was so dire that there were a total of 15 washcloths for 90 residents at the start of the 11pm shift. There were virtually no other linens as well as the laundry team is short staffed and we had been using them as well.I contacted the director of nursing to report the issue and was told there were wipes available. I had to go down into the supply and a lock that was poorly rigged to a previous fix came undone. I found no wipes. I then had to push open a door to the laundry room that was marked "do not enter" and the Director of nursing did not know the code for and all nurses keys in the building did not open. The door was marked because it had a folding table against it inside. I pushed my way inside and retrieved 70 or so washcloths. Barely enough for the entire building to provide care for your loved ones.The next day shift would have basically nothing again until almost noon to care for patients.What do you like most about living here?
Answer: I have been an LNA at Barre Gardens on prospect street for 8 months.Today I was fired. Here is why.To begin with, this facility is facing huge troubles with staffing of all departments. Housekeeping, laundry, nursing/lnas, cooks. Everything.They are on the short list to be a "Special Focus" facility which is a designation meaning they have messed up so bad they have to be watched and investigated very closely by state and Medicare officials.Starting last week a resident in the dementia wing flushed incontinence wipes and hurt the plumbing badly. In a knee-jerk reaction, they decided to eliminate wet wipes for the entire facility over night and move to washcloths. This in itself is not uncommon. Some facilities only use washcloths.The problem is that the facility did not have the washcloths to accommodate 90 residents daily needs. Quickly the situation became so dire that LNAs were forced to use bed flat/fitted sheets, pillow cases and basically anything available to take care of residents incontinence needs.Last Friday the night shift situation was so dire that there were a total of 15 washcloths for 90 residents at the start of the 11pm shift. There were virtually no other linens as well as the laundry team is short staffed and we had been using them as well.I contacted the director of nursing to report the issue and was told there were wipes available. I had to go down into the supply and a lock that was poorly rigged to a previous fix came undone. I found no wipes. I then had to push open a door to the laundry room that was marked "do not enter" and the Director of nursing did not know the code for and all nurses keys in the building did not open. The door was marked because it had a folding table against it inside. I pushed my way inside and retrieved 70 or so washcloths. Barely enough for the entire building to provide care for your loved ones.The next day shift would have basically nothing again until almost noon to care for patients.
Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?
Answer: No
Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?
Answer: No
How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)
Answer: 1
Are special diets handled well?
Answer: No
Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?
Answer: No
How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?
Answer:
How was the units offered in this community?
Answer:
Do you feel safe living in this community?
Answer: No
How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?
Answer:
Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?
Answer:
Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?
Answer:
Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?
Answer:
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
137
Total Staff
88
Employees
49
Contractors
29,891
Total Hours (Quarter)
37
Avg Staff/Day
8.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 7.8 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 9.9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 70 | 9.3 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
111 staff
9.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
11 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
40.4%
of total hours from contractors
12,074 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 26
Licensed Practical Nurse: 21
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 44 | 26 | 70 | 15,197 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 21 | 31 | 6,939 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,406 | 84 | 92% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,135 | 64 | 70% | 8.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 1 | 5 | 626 | 62 | 68% | 6.4 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 560 | 60 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 510 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 506 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 459 | 60 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 456 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 429 | 56 | 62% | 7.3 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 384 | 62 | 68% | 6.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 311 | 50 | 55% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 245 | 42 | 46% | 5.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 208 | 26 | 29% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 12 | 13% | 2 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Apr 2023 – Nov 2025)
7
Inspections
51
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
7.29
Citations/Inspection
Nov 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
11
22% of total
Quality of Life & Care
7
14% of total
Pharmacy Services
6
12% of total
Infection Control
3
6% of total
Administration
3
6% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
2% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
36
Complaint Investigations
25
State Comparison (VT)
Citations
51
Vermont average: 28.9
Critical Citations
0
Vermont average: 0.7
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2025 | F | Infection Control | F0880 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | F | Infection Control | F0887 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | E | Nursing Services | F0712 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | F | Nursing Services | F0841 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | D | Nursing Services | F0947 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0687 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0744 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Open |
| Nov 13, 2025 | F | Resident Rights | F0584 | Open |
| Jun 25, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0605 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | D | Nursing Services | F0730 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0801 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Jun 25, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Apr 17, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0685 | Corrected |
| Apr 17, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0569 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Administration | F0837 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Administration | F0838 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | B | Administration | F0848 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Nursing Services | F0711 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Nursing Services | F0712 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Nursing Services | F0841 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Nutrition | F0809 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | F | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2023 | C | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2023 | B | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Partnership
Part of: Priority Healthcare Group
Resident Census by Payment Source
87
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(5.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
69
(79.3%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
13
(14.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
15.9
Score
36% worse than avg
Vermont avg: 11.6
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
30.8
Score
36% worse than avg
Vermont avg: 22.7
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
28.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
8.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
5.3%
Depressive Symptoms
6.0%
Falls with Major Injury
7.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.7%
Antipsychotic Use
9.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
30.8%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.5%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
33.1%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
87.6%
Near average
Vermont: 86.3%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.9%
15% worse than avg
Vermont: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
65.0%
18% worse than avg
Vermont: 78.9%
Penalties & Fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total Fines
$44K
Vermont avg: $128K
65% better than avg
Number of Fines
1
Vermont avg: 1.8
Compared to Vermont Average
Facility: $44K |
Vermont Avg: $128K
Penalty History
Showing all 1 penalties (May 2024 - May 2024)
May 9, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$44K
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Barre Gardens based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
92.9%
↑ 13.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$9,571
↑ ~$665K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,919,893
↑ ~$1.0M vs 2022
Profit Margin
0.1%
↑ 5.1pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Choices for Care
VT Medicaid CFC
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Small state; rural access emphasis.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 65+, Vermont resident, in approved residential setting.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- VT Specifics: Facility-based; limited funding.
- Services: Personal care (2-4 hours/day in facility), respite (varies), basic support services.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Vermont OAA Services
- General: Age 60+, VT resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- VT Specifics: 5 AAAs (Age Well, CVCOA, NEKCOA, Senior Solutions, SVCOA); rural focus.
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Vermont Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Fuel Assistance Program
Vermont Seasonal Fuel Assistance
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, VT resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- VT Specifics: Covers oil, gas, wood; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Vermont Family Caregiver Support Program
- 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 Specifics: Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,000 annually.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Vermont SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, VT resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified.
- VT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Vermont VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Property Tax Adjustment Assistance
Vermont Property Tax Credit
- General: Age 65+ (or all ages), VT resident, homeowner/renter, income-based.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$47,000/year (household); caps credit at ~$128,000.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- VT Specifics: Credits up to $8,000; serves ~20,000 households.
- Services: Tax credit (~$500-$2,500 avg., up to $8,000 max) reduces property tax.
Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
Vermont CSFP
- General: Age 60+, VT resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,632/month (130% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- VT Specifics: Serves ~5,000 seniors via 50+ drop sites.
- Services: Monthly food box (~$50 value) with shelf-stable goods (e.g., cereal, canned goods).
Attendant Services Program (ASP)
Vermont Attendant Services Program
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics: Participants hire/manage caregivers; serves ~500 annually.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), limited supplies.
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VT Medicaid CFC
Choices for Care
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Small state; rural access emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$65/day), assisted living options.
VT ACCS
Vermont Assistive Community Care Services (ACCS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Vermont resident, in approved residential setting.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- VT Specifics:Facility-based; limited funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (2-4 hours/day in facility), respite (varies), basic support services.
Vermont OAA Services
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, VT resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025):None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- VT Specifics:5 AAAs (Age Well, CVCOA, NEKCOA, Senior Solutions, SVCOA); rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Vermont Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Vermont Seasonal Fuel Assistance
Fuel Assistance Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, VT resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- VT Specifics:Covers oil, gas, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Vermont Family Caregiver Support Program
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Vermont SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, VT resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified.
- VT Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Vermont VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Vermont Property Tax Credit
Property Tax Adjustment Assistance
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or all ages), VT resident, homeowner/renter, income-based.
- Income Limits (2025):~$47,000/year (household); caps credit at ~$128,000.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- VT Specifics:Credits up to $8,000; serves ~20,000 households.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax credit (~$500-$2,500 avg., up to $8,000 max) reduces property tax.
Vermont CSFP
Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, VT resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,632/month (130% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- VT Specifics:Serves ~5,000 seniors via 50+ drop sites.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Monthly food box (~$50 value) with shelf-stable goods (e.g., cereal, canned goods).
Vermont Attendant Services Program
Attendant Services Program (ASP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics:Participants hire/manage caregivers; serves ~500 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), limited supplies.
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