nursing home in Newport, VT
Bel Aire Center
35 Bel-Aire Drive, Newport, VT 05855 · (802) 334-2878
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bel Aire Center at a glance
Bel Aire Center is a 58-bed for-profit nursing home in Newport, Vermont (Orleans 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 22, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $214,208.
Nursing staff turnover is 59.3% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 58
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Genesis Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- January 27, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Orleans County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475049
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) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.65 hrs | 4.22 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.03 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.36 hrs | 3.66 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 59.3% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.3% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 6 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 92.3 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $214,208 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Worse |
| 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 | 58 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 45 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.1% | 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) | 3.6% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.2% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.7% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.4% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.2% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.7% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 26.4% | 13% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 14.8% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.5% | 26.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 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) | 1.2% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.8% | 78.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.6% | 83.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 2026 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2026 |
| July 22, 2026 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| April 1, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| October 17, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2025 |
| October 17, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2025 |
| September 2, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 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 August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| July 17, 2025 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 August 28, 2025 |
| August 12, 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 September 26, 2024 |
| August 12, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| August 12, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 26, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 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 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 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 June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 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 June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 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 June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | 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 June 7, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 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 June 7, 2024 |
| April 5, 2023 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 | C No harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| March 30, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | C No harm, widespread | 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 $214,208 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Fine | $135,135 |
| July 17, 2025 | Fine | $79,073 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENESIS VT HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2009 |
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS OPERATIONS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 03/01/2009 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GHC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS OPERATIONS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| HAYATI, ZABI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| MAYHEW, ROSE MARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| POWERBACK REHABILITATION LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2015 |
| BRIDGEFORD, LAURA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MENDELSON, AVI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| HAYATI, ZABI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2020 |
| MAYHEW, ROSE MARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MORRIS, DIANE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bel Aire Center's rating?
Bel Aire Center 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 Bel Aire Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Bel Aire Center 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 Bel Aire Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Genesis Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bel Aire Center and how do I contact it?
Bel Aire Center is at 35 Bel-Aire Drive, Newport, VT 05855. Phone: (802) 334-2878.
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.