nursing home in Brattleboro, VT
Thompson House Nursing Home
80 Maple Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301 · (802) 254-4977
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Thompson House Nursing Home at a glance
Thompson House Nursing Home is a 43-bed non-profit nursing home in Brattleboro, Vermont (Windham County).
CMS gives it 1 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 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 18, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $112,499.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.1% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 43
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Windham County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475050
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) | 1 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.95 hrs | 4.22 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.98 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.95 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.22 hrs | 3.66 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.1% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 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) | 3 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 170.8 | 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) | $112,499 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Worse |
| 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 | 43 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.5% | 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% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.5% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.5% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 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) | 10.2% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.6% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 21.2% | 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) | 19.1% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 32% | 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) | 100% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 83.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 9, 2025 Complaint | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected January 7, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2026 |
| December 9, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2026 |
| January 8, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| September 20, 2023 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 November 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 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 November 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 1, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $112,499 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 9, 2025 | Fine | $112,499 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DICKEY, KARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2026 |
| PRATT, TARA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2026 |
| ABELL, PETER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2019 |
| HUESTIS, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2019 |
| MABIE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2018 |
| TAYLOR OLSON, CAROLYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| VEENEMA, RON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| DICKEY, KARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| MORTON, JUDITH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2022 |
| PRATT, TARA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Thompson House Nursing Home's rating?
Thompson House Nursing 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 Thompson House Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Thompson House 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 Thompson House Nursing Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Thompson House Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Thompson House Nursing Home is at 80 Maple Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301. Phone: (802) 254-4977.
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.