nursing home in Bennington, VT
Vermont Veterans' Home
325 North Street, Bennington, VT 05201 · (802) 447-6510
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vermont Veterans' Home at a glance
Vermont Veterans' Home is a 177-bed government nursing home in Bennington, Vermont (Bennington County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Vermont average of 2.9.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 11, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,278.
Nursing staff turnover is 29.2% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 177
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 13, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Bennington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475032
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.2% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 58 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,278 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 177 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 83 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 47.1% | 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) | 8% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.2% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.3% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25.6% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.1% | 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) | 2.6% | 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) | 17.6% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.8% | 26.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 97.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 83.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Past Non-Compliance |
| March 11, 2026 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 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 April 25, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 Standard | 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 Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 25, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 25, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 25, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 25, 2026 |
| January 29, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| February 13, 2024 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 | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| December 5, 2023 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 | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| October 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | B No harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| October 25, 2023 Standard | 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 | Corrected December 9, 2023 |
| October 25, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2023 |
| October 25, 2023 Standard | 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 Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2023 |
| October 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2023 |
| November 2, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected January 16, 2023 |
| November 2, 2022 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 16, 2023 |
| November 2, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that suites are correctly sub-divided by noncombustible or limited-combustible construction. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0255 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| October 20, 2021 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2022 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,278 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 | Fine | $8,278 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JACKSON, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2011 |
| MCCLAFFERTY, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vermont Veterans' Home's rating?
Vermont Veterans' Home has 1 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 Vermont Veterans' Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vermont Veterans' Home 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 Vermont Veterans' Home?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vermont Veterans' Home and how do I contact it?
Vermont Veterans' Home is at 325 North Street, Bennington, VT 05201. Phone: (802) 447-6510.
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.