nursing home in Barre, VT
Woodridge Nursing Home
142 Woodridge Drive, Barre, VT 05641 · (802) 371-4700
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Woodridge Nursing Home at a glance
Woodridge Nursing Home is a 153-bed non-profit nursing home in Barre, Vermont (Washington County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Vermont average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 12, 2025) found 16 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $21,453.
Nursing staff turnover is 62.6% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 153
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- University of Vermont Health Network
- Medicare-certified since
- October 28, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475045
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 4.94 hrs | 4.22 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.25 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.91 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.05 hrs | 3.66 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.6% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.1% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 16 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 100 | 103.1 | 80.6 | Worse |
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) | $21,453 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 153 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 141 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.9% | 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) | 4.8% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.2% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 28.3% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25.1% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.3% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.6% | 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) | 14% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.4% | 26.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 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) | 3.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.7% | 78.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.6% | 83.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 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 October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 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 October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | 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 Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 3, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 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 September 3, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 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 3, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 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 | Corrected December 19, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 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 December 18, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 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 18, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 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 December 18, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Complaint | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 15, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| October 27, 2023 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 February 27, 2024 |
| August 23, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | C No harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
| September 28, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure new upholstered furniture and mattresses meet char length and heat release criteria. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0752 | C No harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| September 28, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | B No harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $21,453 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2025 | Fine | $21,453 |
| October 27, 2023 | Payment Denial | 31 days from January 27, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT HEALTH NETWORK INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/17/2014 |
| COSTELLO, KATHERINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2025 |
| WHITMAN, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2025 |
| CARLSON, KRISTIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| CLOUSER, RYAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| COLMAN, CONSTANCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2018 |
| COSTELLO, KATHERINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2025 |
| DELLIPRISCOLI, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| EAPPEN, SUNIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2022 |
| HARE, ERICA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2023 |
| JUDY, JOYCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2013 |
| MISEK, JOAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
| MULLER, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| SMITH, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2025 |
| WHITMAN, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2025 |
| NOONAN, ANNA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2017 |
| PATNAUDE, KIMBERLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2021 |
| WERNEKE, CHRISTINE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| COSTELLO, KATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2025 |
| NOONAN, ANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2017 |
| PATNAUDE, KIMBERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2021 |
| WERNEKE, CHRISTINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| WHITMAN, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2025 |
| CARLSON, KRISTIN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| CLOUSER, RYAN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| COLMAN, CONSTANCE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2018 |
| DELLIPRISCOLI, MICHAEL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| EAPPEN, SUNIL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2022 |
| HARE, ERICA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2023 |
| JUDY, JOYCE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2013 |
| MISEK, JOAN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
| MULLER, LISA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| NOONAN, ANNA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2017 |
| SMITH, BENJAMIN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Woodridge Nursing Home's rating?
Woodridge Nursing Home has 2 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 Woodridge Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Woodridge Nursing 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 Woodridge Nursing Home?
It is non profit - corporation and part of University of Vermont Health Network. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Woodridge Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Woodridge Nursing Home is at 142 Woodridge Drive, Barre, VT 05641. Phone: (802) 371-4700.
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.