Gazebo North sits in South Burlington on a quiet, private property surrounded by gardens, shaded patios, and walking paths, and they've been locally owned and managed for over 35 years, so people say there's a warm, family atmosphere here and staff tend to stick around a long time, which families seem to like because there's consistency and you get to know folks; there are 33 large studio apartments and a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom options with kitchenettes, walk-in showers with safety bars, private bathrooms, and cable TV, plus all utilities are included, so you don't have to worry about extra bills. Residents get three home-cooked meals every day, snacks, and menus that change often to fit special diets, whether it's low-sodium, diabetic, or allergy-sensitive, and there's community dining if people want to sit together. Folks can also join the cooking club, arts and crafts, a resident musical group, game nights, exercise like Tai Chi, and both onsite and offsite activities, so there's usually something to do, and they have a busy daily activity schedule, plus movie nights and community-sponsored outings.
The care here covers many needs, including assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, short-term respite stays for those recovering from surgery or just needing a break, and even hospice care, with a full team of trained nurses, aides, and support staff on duty all day and night, and that means help with anything from bathing, dressing, medication management, and transfers, to more skilled nursing if someone needs it, and they have a call pendant system and emergency alert features for peace of mind. If couples have different care needs, they work out special arrangements to help them live together. The place is licensed as a Level 3 Residential Care Facility by the state, which allows them to provide a wide range of medical and personal care, and for families who stay involved, there's VA benefits help, cost assistance guidance, pharmacy delivery, and help linking up with outside healthcare providers. Laundry, housekeeping, linen service, and even dry cleaning are available, and they make sure the property stays well-kept and safe, with managers on site and 24-hour supervision.
Transportation is free for medical appointments and errands, and there's parking for those who drive, so getting around is simple, and the whole place is wheelchair accessible with roll-in showers. Residents have access to indoor and outdoor areas like lounges, a salon/barber service, a garden with a gazebo, and patios with comfortable seating. The pricing is all-inclusive, with options to pay by credit card or check, and families often say the community feels close-knit and caring. Staff works to encourage as much independence as possible, supporting each resident's daily activities in a way that matches their skills and needs, and everyone gets meals, medication help, and activities as wanted, in a setting that aims to keep people active, social, and secure.
