nursing home in Middlebury, VT
Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab
30 Porter Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753 · (802) 388-4001
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab at a glance
Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab is a 98-bed non-profit nursing home in Middlebury, Vermont (Addison County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Vermont average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 27, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.3% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 98
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 26, 1970
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Addison County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475017
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.92 hrs | 4.22 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.81 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.31 hrs | 3.66 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 8 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 48 | 103.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 98 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 95 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.3% | 85.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.9% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.7% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.7% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.9% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.5% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.7% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.5% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 10.2% | 13% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.5% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.7% | 26.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 97.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 78.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.4% | 83.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 20, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2026 |
| July 20, 2026 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2026 |
| July 20, 2026 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Past Non-Compliance |
| July 8, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| January 13, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| August 27, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 Standard | 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 Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| June 5, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2024 |
| June 5, 2024 Standard | 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. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 20, 2024 |
| June 5, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 20, 2024 |
| June 5, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2024 |
| May 3, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 5, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROMHOLD, KAREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| ORTMYER, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2023 |
| PORTER MEDICAL CENTER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2026 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT HEALTH NETWORK INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2025 |
| WALKER, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2024 |
| ANDERSON, NOMA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| COLLINS, ANNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| COTEL, SIVAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| CUNNINGHAM, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| CURRAN, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| DEPPMAN, BENJ Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| DOUCET, JULIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DULEY, VICTORIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| DWYER, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| EISINGER, DOMINIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| FARNHAM, KIM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| FOOTE, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| GOLONKA, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| HART, KEVIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| LOVEJOY, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2021 |
| MCCULLOUGH, DEENA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| ORTMYER, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2023 |
| PAGE, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| RUGGE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| RUZICKA, SMITA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| STICKNEY, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| VAN VOORST, HELENA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| VICENCIO, ELIZABETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| WALKER, KARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| COMEAU, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/24/2021 |
| VAUGHAN, AMY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2022 |
| FROMHOLD, KAREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| MERCURE, ALLISON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/15/2025 |
| ORTMYER, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2023 |
| PORTER MEDICAL CENTER INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2013 |
| WALKER, AMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2024 |
| ANDERSON, NOMA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| COLLINS, ANNE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| COTEL, SIVAN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| CUNNINGHAM, WILLIAM Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab's rating?
Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Vermont nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab and how do I contact it?
Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehab is at 30 Porter Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753. Phone: (802) 388-4001.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.