Cathedral Square
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · South Burlington, VT

Cathedral Square

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · South Burlington, VT

Overview of Cathedral Square

Cathedral Square provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in South Burlington, VT. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care types in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care is also available for a short term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The starting price is $6,000 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly budgeting. Cathedral Square opened in 1977, and residents can choose a studio, one bedroom apartment, or two bedroom apartment, with the larger layouts accommodating a couple moving together.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a companion animal when moving in. Wheelchair accessibility and accessible baths in assisted living support residents who use mobility devices.

Resident garden space offers an outdoor place to spend time. Exercise and cooking classes, guest lectures, outings, and social, cultural, and recreational activities provide structured ways to participate in daily life.

Transportation can help residents join outings without arranging every trip independently, and the SASH® (Support and Services at Home) program is available as a signature program. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Cathedral Square may be a good fit for someone who wants access to multiple care levels, including a secured memory care setting or a short term respite stay.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #7 / 34Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 7th out of 34 assisted 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 assisted living community we track in Vermont that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
74 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$6,000/Month

Awards

Top Workplaces AwardAn employer award based on Energage's confidential employee-engagement survey, published with regional newspapers. Like other workplace awards, it reflects staff experience rather than rated care quality.

Certifications & Programs

SASH® (Support and Services at Home) — Cathedral Square / OneCare Vermont / Vermont DAIL, 2009A branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.
Best Friends Approach to Memory CareA recognized dementia-care model built on treating each resident as a friend - using their life story, preferences and remaining strengths in daily care. Widely adopted and taught from published research, though adoption is self-implemented rather than externally audited.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Hospital Transition Planning
Home Visits by SASH Coordinator and Wellness NurseSASH (Support and Services at Home) provides in-home wellness check-ins, care coordination, and connections to medical and community services to support older adults’ health and independence.

Additional Services

8 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
SASH (Support and Services at Home) Wellness Program
On-Site Property Manager/SASH Coordinator
24-Hour Emergency System
SASH® (Support and Services at Home)
Transportation
MaintenanceListed as: 24/7 on-call maintenance
  • Help scheduling medical appointments and completing advance directives

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedFish allowed. Pet fee/deposit applies.
Admission CriteriaIncome limits apply for most apartments
Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Free On-Site Parking (Covered or Underground)
Screened Porches
Fenced Outdoor Areas
Volunteer Program
Activities
Exercise Classes
Cooking Classes
Guest Lectures and Presentations
Outings
Signature ProgramsSASH®

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Kitchenettes (Assisted Living)

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Burlington's city center to Cathedral Square's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.11 miles to nearest hospital (University of Vermont Health)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Vermont

Cathedral Square is located in South Burlington, Vermont.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cathedral Square

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Cathedral Square in a walkable area?
Cathedral Square has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
02 Are pets allowed at Cathedral Square?
Yes, Cathedral Square allows residents to bring their pets.
03 What is the best email address for Cathedral Square?
The team at Cathedral Square can be reached at info@cathedralsquare.org.
04 Does Cathedral Square operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Cathedral Square is registered as a non-profit in VT.
05 How much does Cathedral Square cost per month?
Pricing at Cathedral Square starts at $6,000 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
06 Are there photos of Cathedral Square?
Yes — there are 24 photos of Cathedral Square in the photo gallery on this page.
07 What levels of care does Cathedral Square provide?
Cathedral Square offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care.