Total health inspections
7
Vermont average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Barre Gardens
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Respite Care & Hospice Care · Barre, VT
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Barre Gardens
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Respite Care & Hospice Care · Barre, VT
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Barre Gardens accepts Medicare and private pay.
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
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 4th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 4th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 2m per day
Rank #4 / 12Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Vermont average, with a ranking across 12 Vermont SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Vermont avg
-4%
Standout metric
LPN / LVN is +21% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 21m per day | ▼ 57% State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 1h 4m per day | ▲ 21% State avg: 53m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 7m per day | ▼ 18% State avg: 2h 35m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 13m per day | ▼ 13% State avg: 3h 41m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▼ 50% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 10m per day | ▼ 69% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Types of Care at Barre Gardens
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
Respite Care
Hospice Care
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
92.9%
Rank #4 / 12Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Vermont average, with its Statewide rank out of 12. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
162 days
Occupancy rate
92.9%
Rank #4 / 12Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Vermont average, with its Statewide rank out of 12. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
162 days
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #66 / 70Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 70 homes in Vermont. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Vermont SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyWashington
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Short Term Rehabilitation
Fax802-479-5679
Specific ProgramsAccommodations, Payments
Inspection History
In Vermont, the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living is the authority responsible for inspecting facilities and investigating complaints to protect resident well-being.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
59 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Vermont state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Vermont state average
Overall vs. VT average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Vermont average:
• Total deficiencies (44% above)
• Deficiencies per year (44% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (44% above)
• Deficiencies per year (44% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
November 13, 2025
Annual Inspection
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VT Average | vs. VT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 59 | 41 | This facility has 44% more total deficiencies than a typical Vermont nursing home (59 vs. VT avg 41).↑ 44% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 19.7 | 13.7 | This facility has 44% more deficiencies per year than a typical Vermont nursing home (19.7 vs. VT avg 13.7).↑ 44% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies across areas including resident dignity, cleanliness, foot care, physician visits, dementia care, medication and food storage, medical director oversight, infection control, COVID-19 vaccination, and nurse aide training. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues such as environmental cleanliness, medication management, care planning, supervision, and food safety, with some repeated citations. Complaint investigations substantiated concerns related to care plan revisions, supervision failures leading to resident injuries, disrespectful staff behavior, delayed resident fund distribution, missing personal property documentation, and notification failures. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with compliance, with no clear improvement trend over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
51
Rank #10 / 12Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Vermont State average, with a ranking across all 12 VT SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Vermont average 28.9
Citations per inspection
7.29
Rank #11 / 12Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Vermont mean across 12 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Vermont average 4.31
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
26 of 51 citations resulted from standard inspections; 15 of 51 resulted from complaint investigations; and 10 of 51 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.9
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Nov 13, 2025
Infection Control moderate citation
Nov 13, 2025
Nursing Services moderate citation
Nov 13, 2025
Nursing Services moderate citation
Nov 13, 2025
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
107
Employees
74
Contractors
33
Staff to resident ratio
1.23:1
27% worse than Vermont average
Avg staff/day
38
Average shift
8.9 hours
9% better than Vermont average
Total staff hours (quarter)
31,212
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
21
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.1 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
55
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
40.1%
12,509 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 20
Licensed Practical Nurse: 13
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 20 | 55 | 15,793 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 13 | 21 | 7,624 | 92 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 1,777 | 90 | 98% | 8.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,589 | 64 | 70% | 8.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 732 | 68 | 74% | 6.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 534 | 67 | 73% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 454 | 60 | 65% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 397 | 57 | 62% | 7 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 364 | 58 | 63% | 6.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 304 | 50 | 54% | 6.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 223 | 42 | 46% | 5.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1% | 5.2 |
55 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days
98%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
74%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
73%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
66%
1 Administrator
% of Days
65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
65%
1 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days
61%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
62%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
63%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
54%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
46%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
1%
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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 amount
$44K Rank #6 / 12Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 12 homes in Vermont. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Vermont average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 12 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
65% lower than Vermont averageVermont average: $128K
Number of fines
1
44% fewer fines than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.8
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$44K
Vermont average
$128K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
May 9, 2024 · $44K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 9, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 9, 2024
$44K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.9
36% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 11.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.8
36% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 22.7
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
28.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
28.5%
39% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 20.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
30.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
30.8%
53% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 20.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.1%
20% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 27.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
7.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
7.0%
20% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 5.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.5%
30% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 6.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.3%
113% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
54% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.0%
41% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 10.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
9.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
9.9%
49% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 19.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.7%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 95.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 97.6%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.87
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.87
99% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.44
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.19
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.19
12% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 2.48
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.6%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 86.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.9%
15% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
65.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
65.0%
18% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 78.9%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
25.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
25.3%
18% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 21.5%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
21.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
21.5%
22% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 17.6%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
47.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
47.3%
12% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.2%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.2%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
87
Medicare
5
5.7% of residents
Medicaid
69
79.3% of residents
Private pay or other
13
14.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
$9.6K
↑ ~$664.8K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.9M
↑ ~$1.0M vs 2022
Profit Margin
0.1%
↑ 5.1pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.4M
Profit
$9.6K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.4M Rank #9 / 11Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 11 homes in Vermont. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Vermont SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$9.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #11 / 11Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 11 homes in Vermont. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Vermont average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$7.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #11 / 11Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 11 homes in Vermont. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Vermont average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.4M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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?
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Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?
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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?
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Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?
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Are special diets handled well?
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Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Barre | 96 | 92.9% | +15% | 4.04 | -5% | -5% | $44.5k | 51 | 7.3 | - | 78 | 7 | Amanda Moxley | $15.4M | $7.9M | 51.5% | 475037 | ||||
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Barre | 115 | 65.7% | -19% | 3.92 | - | - | - | -45% | -8% | $390.4k | 83 | 5.2 | 10 | 72 | 21 | - | $11.1M | $9.0M | 80.9% | 475020 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Barre Gardens
Is Barre Gardens in a walkable area?
Barre Gardens has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at Barre Gardens?
Barre Gardens's occupancy is 92.9%.
Are there photos of Barre Gardens?
Yes — there are 9 photos of Barre Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Barre Gardens?
(802) 476-4166 will put you in contact with the team at Barre Gardens.
What county is Barre Gardens located in?
Barre Gardens is in Washington County.
Is Barre Gardens Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Barre Gardens is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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