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Senior living in Bellows Falls, VT

3 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
3
in Bellows Falls
Licensed capacity
97
2 of 3 report it
Adults 65+
684
Census estimate for Bellows Falls
Within 25 miles
71
of the center of Bellows Falls
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Canal House

97 of 100· HUD inspection
45 Rockingham St, Bellows Falls, VT 05101
Units41
HUD-assisted41
(802) 463-9863
0.6 mi from city center
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Senior ApartmentsHUD-subsidized

Riverview Apartments

95 of 100· HUD inspection
73 Westminster St, Bellows Falls, VT 05101
Units56
HUD-assisted54
0.9 mi from city center
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Nearby

Senior living communities near Bellows Falls

Counting neighboring towns, there are 71 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Bellows Falls, 68 more than in Bellows Falls itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Bellows Falls

See all 71 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Senior living in Bellows Falls at a glance

There are 3 senior living communities in Bellows Falls, VT, according to public records.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents2
  • More than 60 residents0
1 senior living community did not report a size. Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Vermont

In Vermont, the Vermont Department of Disabilities licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Vermont Department of Disabilities about a licensed community, or the Vermont long-term care ombudsman at 800-889-20472.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Vermont

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Vermont Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Vermont Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (802-828-3379).7
Medicare counseling
Vermont’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-642-5119.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Bellows Falls

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Windham County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Windham County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Vermont Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    800-889-2047

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Vermont Adult Protective Services

    800-564-1612

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)8

    1-800-642-5119

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs7

    802-828-3379

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Vermont Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Vermont.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Bellows Falls

How many senior living communities are in Bellows Falls, VT?

WeFoundCare lists 3 senior living communities in Bellows Falls, VT, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Bellows Falls there are 71.

How many residents can senior living communities in Bellows Falls serve?

2 of the 3 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 97 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 684 adults age 65 and older live in Bellows Falls.

Who licenses senior living in Vermont?

The Vermont Department of Disabilities licenses senior living in Vermont. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Bellows Falls?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Windham County, call 800-889-2047. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Vermont Adult Protective Services at 800-564-1612.

Are there senior living communities near Bellows Falls?

Nearby cities with listings include Westminster (1, 3.9 mi), Alstead (1, 5.1 mi), Charlestown (4, 7.2 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Bellows Falls

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Bellows Falls (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 2 of 3 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Bellows Falls (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living, Division of Licensing and Protection. dlp.vermont.gov/sites/dlp/files/documents/alr_list_by_county.pdf Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.