Vermont · CMS Data August 2026
Highest-Rated Nursing Homes in Vermont
Where Are the Highest-Rated Nursing Homes in Vermont?
CMS Care Compare lists 13 nursing homes rated 4 or 5 stars overall by CMS in Vermont, out of 33 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Rutland (2), Barton (1) and Brattleboro (1). 3 hold the top rating of 5 stars.
- Matching homes
- 13
- All homes in Vermont
- 33
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 13
- Average overall stars
- 4.2
How this list is made: CMS's overall star rating is 4 or 5 (out of 5). The overall rating combines health inspections, staffing and quality measures. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 35 stars overall
- 104+ stars for inspections
- 74+ stars for staffing
- 8No fines or payment denials
- 4Antipsychotic use below the national median
- 6Nonprofit
All 13, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Lane Nursing Home | Barton | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab | Middlebury | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2 |
| Pine Heights at Brattleboro Center for Nursing & R | Brattleboro | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Mayo Healthcare Inc. | Northfield | 4 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home | Shelburne | 4 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Gill Odd Fellows Home of Vermont | Ludlow | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Pines Rehab & Health Center | Lyndonville | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Rutland Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | Rutland | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| The Pines at Rutland Center for Nursing & Rehabili | Rutland | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Union House Nursing Home | Glover | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Franklin County Rehab Center, LLC | St. Albans | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Greensboro Nursing Home | Greensboro | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Menig Nursing Home | Randolph Center | 4 | 2 | 5 | 5 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Rutland | 2 | 2 |
| Nursing homes in Barton | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Brattleboro | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Glover | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Greensboro | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Ludlow | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Lyndonville | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Middlebury | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Northfield | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Randolph Center | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Shelburne | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in St. Albans | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read how CMS star ratings work. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in Vermont. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for Vermont: nursing homes that accept medicaid in Vermont, nonprofit nursing homes in Vermont, nursing homes with low antipsychotic use in Vermont.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Highest-Rated Nursing Homes Are in Vermont?
13 of the 33 CMS-certified nursing homes in Vermont meet this rule: CMS's overall star rating is 4 or 5 (out of 5). The overall rating combines health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Which Highest-Rated Nursing Home in Vermont Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton (5 stars), Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab in Middlebury (5 stars) and Pine Heights at Brattleboro Center for Nursing & R in Brattleboro (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in Vermont?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. Vermont's Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (operated by Vermont Legal Aid under contract with DAIL) can answer questions about residents' rights.