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Washington County, Vermont · Nursing home

Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC

1 of 5 overall from CMS

378 Prospect Street, Barre, VT 05641

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At a glance

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Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC is a 96-bed nursing home in Barre, Vermont (Washington County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 3.49 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Vermont average of 4.22. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $142,045 in the past three years.

Certified beds
96
Residents per day (average)
81.2
Certified since
1991 (35 yrs)

For profit - Partnership Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Priority Healthcare Group (12 homes)CMS Special Focus: SFF Candidate

Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings. Flags are shown as published by CMS; see Medicare.gov Care Compare for their definitions.

Questions to ask Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC

Chosen from this home's public data.

  1. CMS lists this home as "SFF Candidate" in its Special Focus Facility program. What is the improvement plan, and what has changed so far?Special Focus status in CMS data
  2. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $142,045 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
  3. The latest standard inspection (Jun 17, 2026) cited 18 health deficiencies; the Vermont average is 8.1. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data

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CMS star ratings

The vertical line marks the Vermont average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings

Nurse staffing

Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.

What these roles do

Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.

How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 6 hours. The vertical line marks the Vermont average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.

Inspection history

Inspectors cited 53 health deficiencies in the past three years. Of these, 3 were at the immediate jeopardy level; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 27 followed a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Nov 13, 2025: Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.

Deficiencies cited at each standard inspection
Inspection dateHealthFire safety
Jun 17, 2026187
Jun 25, 2025131
May 9, 2024220

Vermont homes averaged 8.1 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.

Health citations, past three years (53)

  1. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2026)

  2. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2026)

  3. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2026)

  4. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2026)

  5. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 1, 2026)

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  1. EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 4, 2026)

  2. LImmediate jeopardy, widespread

    Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.

    Complaint inspection · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 28, 2026)

  3. LImmediate jeopardy, widespread

    Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

    Complaint inspection · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 28, 2026)

  4. LImmediate jeopardy, widespread

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Complaint inspection · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 28, 2026)

  5. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 28, 2026)

  6. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Complaint inspection · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 28, 2026)

  7. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

    Complaint inspection · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 12, 2025)

  8. EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern

    Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

    Complaint inspection · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2025)

  9. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2025)

  10. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Provide appropriate foot care.

    Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2025)

  11. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

    Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2025)

  12. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Complaint inspection · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2025)

  13. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Complaint inspection · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2025)

  14. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

    Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 16, 2025)

  15. FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  16. EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  17. EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  18. EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  19. EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  20. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  21. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  22. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2025)

  23. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 23, 2025)

  24. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

    Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 23, 2025)

  25. DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated

    Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

    Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 28, 2025)

Showing the 30 most recent of 53.

What severity letters A to L mean

Penalties, past three years

DateTypeAmount
Nov 13, 2025Fine$97,585
May 9, 2024Fine$44,460

Vermont homes averaged 1.3 fines and $90,096 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $31,093.

Cost

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Compared within Vermont

Common questions

What is the CMS star rating for Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC?

Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 2 and quality measures is 1.

How many beds does Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC have?

Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC has 96 certified beds. It averages 81.2 residents per day, about 84.6% of its certified beds.

How much nursing care do residents get at Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC?

The home reports 3.49 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.55 hours from registered nurses. The Vermont average is 4.22 hours and 0.80 hours from registered nurses.

Has Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $142,045 in the past three years.

Does Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC accept Medicare or Medicaid?

CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.

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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Aug 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 475037. Check the official record on Medicare.gov

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