Vermont · CMS Data August 2026
Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in Vermont
Where Are the Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in Vermont?
CMS Care Compare lists 7 nursing homes where fewer long-stay residents receive antipsychotic medication than the national median in Vermont, out of 33 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in St. Albans (2), Barre (1) and Brattleboro (1). 4 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 7
- All homes in Vermont
- 33
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 4
- Average overall stars
- 3.0
How this list is made: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 24+ stars for staffing
- 2Nurse turnover below the national median
- 3No fines or payment denials
- 2Nonprofit
- 6Medicaid certified
All 7, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Heights at Brattleboro Center for Nursing & R | Brattleboro | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home | Shelburne | 4 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Franklin County Rehab Center, LLC | St. Albans | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Greensboro Nursing Home | Greensboro | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Bel Aire Center | Newport | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin | Barre | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| The Villa Rehab | St. Albans | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
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 St. Albans | 2 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Barre | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Brattleboro | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Greensboro | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Newport | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Shelburne | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read why antipsychotic use matters in dementia care. 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: highest-rated nursing homes in Vermont, nursing homes that accept medicaid in Vermont, nonprofit nursing homes in Vermont.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use Are in Vermont?
7 of the 33 CMS-certified nursing homes in Vermont meet this rule: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median.
Which Nursing Home With Low Antipsychotic Use in Vermont Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Pine Heights at Brattleboro Center for Nursing & R in Brattleboro (5 stars), Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home in Shelburne (4 stars) and Franklin County Rehab Center, LLC in St. Albans (4 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
Why Does Antipsychotic Use Matter?
FDA warns that antipsychotic drugs raise the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis, and CMS tracks how often long-stay residents receive them. The national median in this data is 13% of long-stay residents.
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.