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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Hero, VT
If you’re looking for independent living in the South Hero area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in South Hero. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 68 independent living facilities in South Hero, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in South Hero, VT
The average cost of senior living in South Hero is $4,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montpelier, VT with an average of $3,525 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Hero, VT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Hero, VT vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Hero vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Hero, VT by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in South Hero over time
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What families are saying about independent living in South Hero
Recent reviews for independent living in South Hero
The Residence at Shelburne Bay
4.8
Such an incredible experience with these folks. Sarah was particularly helpful - answered our questions thoroughly, made my mom truly feel like a VIP, so welcoming and inviting. We felt like we were truly part of the family!
Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY
4.4
Everyone who’s employed here knows each patient and where they are at any time we arrive for a visit. My sister has been more social here than at any place for the last few years. I feel her care is excellent.
Harbor Village in South Burlington, VT
3.6
Still waiting on current things to get fixed. Overall, I love Harbor Village. Lunch should be heavy meal and dinner should be a light meal.
South Hero independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Hero independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Hero, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Hero independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Hero partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Hero independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Hero communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
13.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Hero independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in South Hero offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
23.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harbor Village Senior Living Communities, The Residence at Quarry Hill and The Residence at Shelburne Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Hero, Vermont. See full list of communities.
There are 68 independent living facilities near South Hero, Vermont. See the full list.
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