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READ MOREAssisted Living Communities in Shelburne, Vermont
Situated along the southeastern shore of Lake Champlain, Shelburne, VT, and its surrounding area hosts 32 assisted living communities. These facilities enable seniors to benefit from social and...
recreational amenities while receiving caregiver support throughout the day. Providers in Shelburne charge a 2024 median rate of $13,460, greatly exceeding Vermont's $8,635 baseline and the $5,350 median retirees pay nationwide.
Our directory features 91 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in Shelburne to help families find suitable care for loved ones. Communities earn an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
Directory of Assisted Living in Shelburne, VT
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St. Joseph's Home
243 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT 05401
"St. Joseph???s Residential Care Home, located in Burlington, VT, offers assisted living care to its residents. This facility provides privat..."
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Cathedral Square Senior Living
3 Cathedral Square, Burlington, VT 05401
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READ MORESterling House at Richmond
61 Farr Rd, Richmond, VT 05477
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Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab
30 Porter Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753
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READ MOREEthan Allen Residence
1200 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05408
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Holy Cross Senior Housing
468 Church Rd, Colchester, VT 05446
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Gazebo Apartments
1510 Williston Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403
"Gazebo Apartments is located adjacent to U.S. Highway 2 and the international airport in Burlington, Vermont. The city's position in between..."
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Green Mountain Nursing Home
475 Ethan Allen Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446
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READ MOREValehaven HFA
2989 N Main Street, Peru, NY 12972
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READ MOREReviews of Communities Nearby
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ReviewerFC02192025A
4.0
Review of The Residence at Shelburne Bay
The Residence at Shelburne Bay was clean, and it had a great open space. We had lunch with people, and they were all very positive about living in the assisted living, and the food was good. The...
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Michele
5.0
Review of The Residence at Shelburne Bay
I toured The Residence at Shelburne Bay. I was impressed from the minute I walked in. It was very open and very welcoming. Every person who I saw there who lived there was happy and engaged. They...
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Kay
5.0
Review of The Residence at Shelburne Bay
We liked The Residence at Shelburne Bay. It was a pretty new, clean, and well-maintained facility. It was bright, cheerful looking, and nicely furnished. They had a variety of activities and living...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey establishes a $8,635 median cost of assisted living across Vermont, contrasting against the steep expenses in Shelburne. Relocating just across the border to cities in New York offers greater savings, with care costing $8,093 in Albany, NY, and $7,376 in Glens Falls, NY. Kingston, NY, provides the most economical option, as care costs $9,749 less here than in Shelburne.
Shelburne
$13,460
Vermont
$8,635
United States
$5,350
Glens Falls, NY
$7,376
Albany, NY
$8,093
Kingston, NY
$3,711
Paying for Assisted Living in Shelburne
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Shelburne
Seniors who qualify for Medicaid may be able to use the Assistive Community Care Services (ACCS) Program and the Global Commitment to Health Waiver to help offset costs of associated with assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Vermont page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Vermont page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
When comparing the cost of care options in Shelburne, assisted living tops the list. A semi-private room in a nursing home costs $229 less while offering more intensive support for seniors managing illnesses or injuries that require regular medical treatment. Home health care provides similar medical support within seniors' own homes but costs $5,833 less than assisted living — a significant cut to monthly expenses.
Home Health Care
$7,627
Assisted Living Facility
$13,460
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$13,231
Note: Since data for Shelburne is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Burlington, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Shelburne
Shelburne seniors and their caregivers have access to a number of free and low-cost resources designed to promote healthy aging and protect them from financial exploitation and abuse.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Age Well | (800) 642-5119 | Age Well is one of five federally mandated regional nonprofit Area Agencies on Aging serving Vermont seniors. Age Well serves seniors in Chittenden County who need assistance accessing local, state and federal benefits, such as Medicare. The Agency oversees a number of programs for seniors, including the local Meals on Wheels program, the Choices for Care long-term care program and case management for older adults who need help navigating their housing and care options. |
| Green Mountain Transit | (802) 864-2282 | Green Mountain Transit is the public transit provider for Shelburne and Chittenden County. All GMT buses are lift-equipped and accessible for those who use mobility aids, such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes and scooters. Seniors aged 60 and older qualify for discounted fares on all GMT routes, and paratransit service is available for riders who can't use the regular fixed-route service due to disability. |
| Vermont Long-Term Care Ombudsman Project | (800) 889-2047 | Vermont Legal Aid is a statewide nonprofit law firm that operates the Vermont Long-Term Care Ombudsman Project. The Project helps to protect the rights of vulnerable individuals who live in long-term care facilities, such as assisted living communities. Certified volunteer Ombudsmen educate long-term care residents about their rights, help resolve complaints regarding long-term care facilities and advocate for improved government policies around long-term care and consumer rights. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Shelburne
Shelburne-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Vermont are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Vermont page for more information about these laws.
