Elderwood At Burlington

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Elderwood At Burlington

Elderwood At Burlington is a nursing home community in Burlington, VT.

Information last verified:

98 Starr Farm Road, Burlington, VT 05408

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.5 from 33 reviews
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Overall Review of Elderwood At Burlington

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Skilled nursing and rehab support

Rehabilitation and skilled nursing are a central part of the experience.

Residents and families describe skilled rehabilitation and nursing support during stays for PT and recovery goals. Several reviewers mention fast responses and a care team that stays engaged with individual needs. Others report serious gaps, including delayed or missing care elements and wound care not arriving until families pushed for it. Overall, the reviews point to a mix of strong rehab support and occasional breakdowns in day-to-day follow-through.

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Food quality is inconsistent

Meals are a mixed point, with both acceptable options and frequent complaints.

Some families say meals are satisfactory and that alternatives are available when a menu option does not appeal. Others describe food arriving lukewarm or served in small portions, with declining quality over time. There are also more urgent negatives tied to care, such as complaints about unattended items and related concerns. One reviewer also calls for an upgrade to what is being served during rehab.

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Staff responsiveness and kindness

Many residents and families describe attentive, caring staff.

A large share of reviews highlight friendly, professional caregivers and a staff that seems to prioritize safety and resident comfort. Several mention quick help when they use call bells and say their loved ones are kept clean and comfortable. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews raise concerns about rude communication, harassment, and disrespectful behavior, including nurses “snipp[ing]” when help is requested. Taken together, the staff experience ranges from consistently positive to sharply negative for some families.

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Cleanliness gets mixed reactions

Cleanliness stands out as both a strength and a recurring complaint.

Many reviewers describe a clean facility, clean rooms, and a building that is well cared for. Others describe more severe cleanliness issues, including a floor that was “absolutely disgusting” and a facility that smells like dirty laundry. There are also reviews that describe the place as dingy. The overall impression is that cleanliness can be excellent, but families sometimes notice problems that affect daily comfort.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents have access to daily activities and small moments of joy.

Reviewers mention scheduled activity options and opportunities to get out, listen to music, and participate in community routines. One review specifically calls out therapy dogs as something that brightens residents’ days. Another reviewer describes an activity room and services like hair salon appointments and time outdoors.

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Features

Housing

  • 150 resident community capacity 150 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burlington International (6 miles away) Burlington International (6 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Burlington, Vermont, offers a convenient and diverse array of amenities for senior living. With several medical centers nearby, including Appletree Bay Medical Center and UVM Medical Center Family Medicine, residents have easy access to quality healthcare services. There are also numerous pharmacies in the area for medication needs. For dining options, there are cozy cafes like Scout & Co. and Kru Coffee Collective, as well as restaurants such as Olde Northender Pub and Taco Gordo. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to parks like Ethan Allen Park and Waterfront Park for leisurely strolls or picnics. Additionally, there are places of worship like St Joseph Church nearby for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a peaceful and well-rounded environment for seniors looking to settle down in Burlington.

Physicians

  • Appletree Bay Medical Center (1 miles)
  • Mountain View Surgery (3 miles)
  • UVM Medical Center Family Medicine- Colchester (3.2 miles)
  • Adirondack Audiology Associates (3.4 miles)
  • Riverside Health Center (3.4 miles)
  • Northeastern Reproductive Medicine (3.8 miles)
  • UVM Medical Center Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery (4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Bagel Cafe (1.2 miles)
  • Olde Northender Pub (3.1 miles)
  • Foam Brewers (3.4 miles)
  • Pho Hong (3.4 miles)
  • Taco Gordo (3.4 miles)
  • Splash At The Boathouse (3.5 miles)
  • The Skinny Pancake Burlington Waterfront (3.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)
  • Lakeside Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • CSL Software Solutions (3.8 miles)
  • UVM Medical Center Pharmacy (4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)

Parks

  • Ethan Allen Park (1.5 miles)
  • Delta Park (2 miles)
  • Airport Park (2.3 miles)
  • Waterfront Park (3.4 miles)
  • City Hall Park (3.8 miles)
  • Oakledge Park and Beach (4.8 miles)
  • Oakledge Park (4.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Scout & Co. (2.8 miles)
  • Kru Coffee Collective (3.6 miles)
  • Vivid Coffee Roasters (3.7 miles)
  • Kestrel Coffee Roasters (3.8 miles)
  • Muddy Waters (3.8 miles)
  • Scout & Co. (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Joseph Church (3.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • UVM Medical Center Registration (4 miles)
  • Vermont Regional Genetics Center (4.2 miles)
  • UVM Medical Center McClure (4.3 miles)
  • The University of Vermont Medical Center (4.3 miles)
  • UVM Medical Center Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (4.3 miles)

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