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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dorset, VT
Dorset is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 116 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dorset, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dorset is about $5,016, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 367 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as West Arlington, Sunderland and Sandgate.
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The facility appears to be clean and well maintained.The staff was unbelievable.I felt like I was really being listened to when I complained or has something to say. The food was great and my diet choices...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Pine Heights at Brattleboro Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation, is affiliated with National HealthCare Associates, a leading provider of rehabilitation and long-term care services in the Northeast. National affiliated facilities are dedicated to the principles of kindness, compassion,...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It's my home, I cannot be in my own home anymore and this is now "my home." I no longer have to do laundry, cook 3 meals a day, floors windows and work. I love children and always had mine and the neighbors...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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What a nice place. Everyone is so friendly and knows my Mom by name. There are lots of activities and the food is great! We are so lucky to have found this place!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village at Cedar Hill is an assisted living community in Windsor, Windsor County, Vermont. Windsor sits next to the Connecticut River and is home to part of Mount Ascutney. There are rivers, lakes, and mountains to explore and enjoy in Windsor. Residents of The Village at Cedar Hill and...
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My parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They have nice people. I call every other day and talk to the nurse and she gives me an update on how my dad is doing. I really appreciate that.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Here at Granville Center, we are dedicated to providing the finest rehabilitation and nursing services in the community. Our goal is excellence and good outcomes in recovery and rehabilitation are our daily measures of progress.Staying active and engaging with your neighbors and friends are just...
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Greatly appreciate everything the caregivers and staff have done to keep residents safe during this pandemic. Our experience with The Loretto Home was very good. I would recommend this facility.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cost of nursing homes in Dorset, VT
The average cost of senior living in Dorset is $5,016 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Bennington, VT with an average of $4,304 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dorset, VT vs. the state and national average
Dorset, VT
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dorset vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dorset, VT by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Dorset over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dorset
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dorset
Valley Terrace in White River Junction, VT
5.0
While driving around Vt. and passing by Valley Terrace Assisted Living I noticed how welcoming the flowers on the balconies were. Time passed and my daughter introduced me to several assisted living facilities. With encouragement from my family I moved into Valley Terrace as it was a small ...
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Washington Center in Argyle, NY
5.0
My mother has gotten very good care from the staff. They are very kind to her and committed to keeping her comfortable and doing what's best for her. We are happy about that.
The Village at White River Junction
4.5
It has been about one year since my siblings and I relocated my mom to The Village at White River JCT. (Memory Care). Of course it was a difficult decision and process, but necessary. The difficulty factor was mitigated some when we met the staff. They were all very welcoming and friendly. From ...
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Dorset nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorset nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorset, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Dorset nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dorset that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorset, VTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.1%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.1%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dorset nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dorset Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorset, VTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.4%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorset nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dorset partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorset, VTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorset nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dorset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorset, VTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
9.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorset nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dorset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorset, VTNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.2%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
15.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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American House Keene, The Terrace at Eddy Memorial and The Landing at Queensbury are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dorset, Vermont. See full list of communities.
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