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Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Memory Care in Essex Junction
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
Memory Care in Essex Junction
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
Overview of Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
Located in Shelburne, Vermont, overlooking Lake Champlain, Wake Robin is a non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community. They offer a comprehensive range of services, including independent living, residential care, skilled nursing, and memory care. Wake Robin is committed to fostering a sustainable and dynamic community that promotes mutual support and independence while prioritizing the health and wellness of each resident.
Embracing diversity and upholding the dignity of all, Wake Robin warmly welcomes individuals from various backgrounds. Whether residing in a cozy apartment, cottage, or receiving nursing support at the Linden Health Center, senior residents are encouraged to actively engage in the vibrant community life.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
98
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
78.6%
Residents per day (avg)
28
Occupancy rate
78.6%
Residents per day (avg)
28
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
75% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$37.7M
Surplus of revenue
$4.9M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$37,711,506.00
Surplus of revenue
$4,855,150.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$11.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$21.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$32.9M
34 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
License details
County:
Chittenden
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Patrick Mckee, CEO
Care Services
Provides Memory Care
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Fax:
802-985-8452
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Health Services, Wellness, Dining, Community Life
Inspection History
In Vermont, the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living is the authority responsible for inspecting facilities and investigating complaints to protect resident well-being.
3 visits/inspections
1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Results
2 with issues
1 without issues
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Latest inspection
Date
October 9, 2024
Annual Inspection3 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
2
Vermont average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2023
Total health citations
3
Vermont average 28.9
Citations per inspection
1.5
Vermont average 4.31
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 3 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
2 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nursing Services minor citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Aug 02, 2023
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Aug 02, 2023
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 22, 2022
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 22, 2022
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 22, 2022
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 22, 2022
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Memory Care around Essex Junction The information below is reported by the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living.
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Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Shelburne (Shelburne)
98
No
0
34
Green Mountain Nursing & Rehabilitation
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Colchester
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No
26
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Lakeview Community Care Home
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Burlington (South End)
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No
87
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Mansfield Place
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Essex Junction (Essex Town)
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No
46
12
Maple Ridge Memory Care
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Essex Junction (Essex Town)
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No
32
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
99
Employees
86
Contractors
13
Staff to resident ratio
1.90:1
17% better than Vermont averageVermont average ratio: 1.63:1
Avg staff/day
31
Average shift
6.7 hours
18% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 8.2 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
18,989
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
14
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
42
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
18.6%
3,539 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 7
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Medical Director: 1
Other Physician: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 7 | 42 | 8,925 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,339 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 2 | 14 | 2,186 | 90 | 99% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,794 | 90 | 99% | 5.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,016 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 7 | 0 | 7 | 585 | 46 | 51% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 486 | 62 | 68% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 321 | 65 | 71% | 2.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 91 | 56 | 62% | 1.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 72 | 34 | 37% | 2.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 65 | 27 | 30% | 2.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 56 | 42 | 46% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 20 | 22% | 1.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 16 | 18% | 1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 14% | 1.1 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 13% | 0.5 |
42 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
99%
7 Dietitian
% of Days
99%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
7 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
51%
1 Administrator
% of Days
69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
71%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
62%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
37%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
30%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
46%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
22%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
18%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
14%
1 Other Physician
% of Days
13%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
52 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
2 residents (3.8%)
Private pay or other
50 residents (96.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.4
11% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 11.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.9
21% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 22.7
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.6%
10% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 20.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.5%
53% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 20.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.6%
22% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 27.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
12.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
12.2%
110% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 5.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
13% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 6.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
58% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.2%
60% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.3%
77% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 10.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
1.0%
95% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 19.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 95.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.3%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 97.6%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.06
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.06
26% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.44
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.21
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.21
11% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 2.48
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.2%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 86.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.0%
10% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 78.9%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Wake Robin – Linden Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
78.6%
↓ 7.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
$4,855,150
↑ ~$6.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$14,940,842
↑ ~$754K vs 2022
Profit Margin
14.5%
↑ 20.0pp vs 2022
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