Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center is a Memory Care Home in Vermont
Wake Robin – Linden… is a Memory Care Home in Vermont
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center is a Memory Care Home in Vermont
Wake Robin – Linden… is a Memory Care Home in Vermont
Overview of Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
Located in Shelburne, Vermont, overlooking Lake Champlain, Wake Robin is a non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community. They offer a comprehensive range of services, including independent living, residential care, skilled nursing, and memory care. Wake Robin is committed to fostering a sustainable and dynamic community that promotes mutual support and independence while prioritizing the health and wellness of each resident.
Embracing diversity and upholding the dignity of all, Wake Robin warmly welcomes individuals from various backgrounds. Whether residing in a cozy apartment, cottage, or receiving nursing support at the Linden Health Center, senior residents are encouraged to actively engage in the vibrant community life.
Quality ratings
Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
33
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
81.5%
Residents per day (avg)
28
Occupancy rate
81.5%
Residents per day (avg)
28
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
12 days
Private pay
54% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$32.4M
Deficit of revenue
-$1.8M
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$32,384,305.00
Deficit of revenue
$-1,776,002.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$11.2M
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.
$20.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$31.7M
34 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home
Additional licensing details
County:
Chittenden
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Patrick Mckee, CEO
Care Services
Provides Memory Care
Contact Information
Fax:
802-985-8452
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living.Compare Memory Care around Essex Junction
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Shelburne
33
No
0
WAKE ROBIN CORPORATION
81.5%
$32,384,305.00
$11,174,682.00
34.5%
27.50
5/5
8.2952
5/5
5/5
4/5
Green Mountain Nursing & Rehabilitation
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colchester
-
No
26
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Lakeview Community Care Home
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Burlington
-
No
87
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Mansfield Place
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Essex Junction
-
No
46
-
-
-
-
-
54.80
3/5
3.8262
3/5
3/5
2/5
Maple Ridge Memory Care
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Essex Junction
-
No
32
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Places of interest near Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
1.7 miles from city center
200 Wake Robin Dr, Shelburne, VT 05482
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
99
Total Staff
86
Employees
13
Contractors
18,989
Total Hours (Quarter)
31
Avg Staff/Day
6.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 7.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 7.9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 42 | 7.7 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
74 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
7 staff
2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
7 staff
5.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
18.6%
of total hours from contractors
3,539 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 7
Medical Director: 1
Other Physician: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 7 | 42 | 8,925 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,339 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 2 | 14 | 2,186 | 90 | 99% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,794 | 90 | 99% | 5.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,016 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 7 | 0 | 7 | 585 | 46 | 51% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 486 | 62 | 68% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 321 | 65 | 71% | 2.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 91 | 56 | 62% | 1.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 72 | 34 | 37% | 2.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 65 | 27 | 30% | 2.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 56 | 42 | 46% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 20 | 22% | 1.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 16 | 18% | 1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 14% | 1.1 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 13% | 0.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jun 2022 – Aug 2023)
2
Inspections
3
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
1.5
Citations/Inspection
Aug 2023
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
1
33% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
3
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (VT)
Avg Citations (State)
28.9
This Facility: 3
Avg Critical (State)
0.7
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 02, 2023 | C | Nursing Services | F0730 | Open |
| Jun 22, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0678 | Corrected |
| Jun 22, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
52
Total Residents
Medicare
2
(3.8%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
50
(96.2%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
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
10.4
Score
11% better than avg
State avg: 11.6
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
17.9
Score
21% better than avg
State 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
22.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
2.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.0%
Depressive Symptoms
2.3%
Falls with Major Injury
12.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.0%
Antipsychotic Use
1.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
9.5%
Influenza Vaccine
96.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.6%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
21.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
86.2%
Near average
State: 86.3%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
State: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
87.0%
10% better than avg
State: 78.9%
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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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