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Assisted living costs in Burlington average about $6,348 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 19 communities in Burlington. Our detailed directory has 117 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of The Residence at Shelburne Bay
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I have been very pleased with my decision to move here! I had visited several other places but kept returning to The Residence at Shelburne Bay. Dimmer lighting, less friendly, one bedroom apt seemed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Residence at Shelburne Bay is an independent, assisted and memory care living community nestled in the friendly southwestern Vermont town of Shelburne, VT. Situated just a short distance from the breathtaking vistas of Lake Champlain, The Residence at Shelburne Bay is located within easy...
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Photo of The Residence at Quarry Hill
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Overall experience, we're very happy at the Residence at Quarry Hill. The staff are wonderful. The food is good, but it is not great. The cost is in line with others, but still $$$.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Residence at Quarry Hill is a premier Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community nestled on a wooded parcel in South Burlington, VT. When you join our family, you'll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the comfort of...
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Photo of Maple Ridge Lodge
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9.2
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I give 5's across the board for Maple Ridge. The staff has been amazing. My mother tells us all the time that they are all so very good to her. The food is good. The facility pretty well maintained. Our...
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.
Maple Ridge Lodge is assisted living reimagined. Situated off Route 289 at exit 10 and adjacent to the Essex Resort and Spa and Maple Ridge Memory Care, Maple Ridge Lodge is a shiny new 71-apartment assisted living community that embraces all that is true to Vermont and those who call it home....
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Photo of The Arbors of Shelburne
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9.0
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The Arbors of Shelburne gets all 5 stars. All the staff was helpful ALL the time. I'm not saying that this was the best experience but was as good as it could get. Would not have a problem recommending...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Arbors at Shelburne is a beautiful residential care community exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory impairments. Our goal is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. Licensed by the...
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Photo of Gazebo North
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I would give a 5 for every category. The Gazebo North community is an excellent facility with well trained and caring staff1. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would in a heartbeat recommend...
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.
Gazebo North is a Level 3 Residential Care Facility, licensed and registered by the Vermont Department of Aging and Independent Living. When seniors need help with their daily activities, we offer safe and secure communities where nurses and aides are available to respond to personal needs. We...
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Right after we moved in we immediately made friends with the other people on our floor. They have been very helpful. Maintenance is prompt. All the ladies in the staff have been available when needed. We...
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.
Harbor Village offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living and assisted living so that you can enjoy your retirement years.Staff available 24 hours for emergencies, with emergency call systems in all apartments, minimum one...
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Everything has been going great so far. We really like this community. Mom likes that they provide transportation for her when she needs to go somewhere. Mom also likes the food and they offer a lot of...
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.
Gazebo Apartments offers private studio, one bedroom and two bedroom assisted care apartments. Pricing is flexible for couples of varying levels of need. Monthly cost includes nursing care, medication management, laundry, housekeeping, meals, transportation and a wide variety of activities. ...
Photo of Maple Ridge
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My loved one is currently a resident at Maple Ridge Memory Care. The move in and acclimation was a smooth process. I would recommend this facility to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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I am happy to say that I chose a nice place for my needs. After five years I would highly recommend Harbors Village to all my friends.
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.
Harborview offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living, so that you can enjoy your retirement years.
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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.
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Photo of Golden Ridge
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.
Photo of Mansfield Place
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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.
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The Terraces is an independent living senior community. There is no assisted living or memory care support however you can arrange to have home care visit. Every building has a stair chair and each...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Burlington, VT

The average cost of senior living in Burlington is $6,348 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alburg, VT with an average of $4,725 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Burlington, VT vs. nearby cities

Burlington, VT
$6,348/mo
$6,348/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Burlington, VT vs. the state and national average

Burlington, VT
$6,348/mo
$6,221/mo
U.S. national average
$4,806/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Burlington vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,348/mo
$6,466/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Burlington, VT by room type

Semi-Private
$8,809/mo
Studio
$7,764/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,609/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,376/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Burlington over time

Burlington, VTVT stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Burlington, VT

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Burlington.

What families are saying about assisted living in Burlington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Burlington

Homestead Senior Living in Saint Albans, VT

5.0
Entree's could be a little tastier but many other options. Overall care cleanliness friendliness activities everything is good. Very expensive though not sure how long we can keep him there and what will come next. The facility is very helpful in explaining everything in detail and will meet ...
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The Residence at Quarry Hill in South Burlington, VT

5.0
We picked this community because It had 12 levels of care. It was expensive but less than a nursing home and much, much nicer!I would recommend as long as they can afford it. It is a lovely atmosphere with very caring staff.

Maple Ridge Lodge in Essex, VT

4.9
They take very good care of both of my parents there. My dad is in the memory care. Mom tells everyone how good they are to her in the lodge. My only fear is that eventually we might run out of money and have to place them somewhere else. But I'm very happy with the care they receive.

Burlington review score based on 48 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 48 reviews of 17 Burlington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Burlington review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Burlington review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Burlington, VT17 facilities
8.8
8.8
Winooski, VT19 facilities

Review subcategories for Burlington assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 48 reviews of 17 Burlington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Burlington resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Burlington, VT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Burlington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Burlington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Burlington, 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 Burlington assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Burlington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Burlington, VTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.2%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.8%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Burlington assisted living

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 Burlington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Burlington, VTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.2%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.5%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.4%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Burlington assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Burlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Burlington, VTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.2%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Burlington assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Burlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Burlington, VTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.1%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Burlington assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Burlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Burlington, VTNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
29.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Burlington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Vermont assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Burlington protect seniors.

Learn about Vermont Assisted Living regulations

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The Residence at Shelburne Bay, The Residence at Quarry Hill and Champlain Valley Senior Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Burlington, Vermont. See full list of communities.

There are 19 assisted living facilities near Burlington, Vermont. See the full list.

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