Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC
On Medicare Special Focus status, a serious quality warning. Visit in person and ask tough questions before deciding.
based on 14 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Special Focus Facility (under heightened CMS scrutiny)
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (24 vs median 7.0)
- High staff turnover (86%)
- High RN turnover (73%)
Bottom 25% in VT · Critically understaffed (RN) · Very high staff turnover · Worst in PRIORITY HEALTHCARE GROUP chain · $44,460 in fines · Special Focus Facility (CMS)
What this means for your family
Barre Gardens is frequently praised for its effective rehabilitation and ability to handle complex memory care cases. However, families must be vigilant regarding communication; ensure you have a clear, documented plan for how and when the facility will notify you of health changes or emergencies, as this has been a recurring point of failure.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
14 reviews on Google“Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab receives polarized feedback, with many families praising the facility for successful rehabilitation outcomes and compassionate nursing care. However, significant concerns exist regarding communication failures during end-of-life events, inconsistent medication management, and reports of staffing shortages affecting daily operations.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Effective rehabilitation therapy
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Welcoming environment for long-term residents
- Successful transition back to home
Concerns
- Poor communication regarding resident health status and passing (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Inconsistent medication management and delivery (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Staffing shortages impacting care quality (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 14 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed you are very active in responding to online feedback; how do you use that family input to improve the daily experience for residents?
- 2With the current staffing levels, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure that medication management remains consistent and on schedule for every resident?
- 3Given that communication is a top priority for families, what is your standard process for keeping us updated on changes in a loved one's health status or care plan?
- 4I see that rehabilitation therapy is a strong point here; how do you integrate those therapy goals into the resident's daily routine and social activities?
- 5What steps is the facility taking to address recent health inspection findings to ensure the highest standard of safety and care for the 96 residents here?
- 6How do you ensure that dining experiences are engaging and meet the nutritional preferences of residents, especially since we are looking for a high-quality daily living environment?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Although, it’s clear there is a staffing shortage, my mom received amazing care by your staff. We appreciate all the help to get mom home”
“They are always late on his meds, went 2 days with no wash clothes. Some workers are not very friendly.”
“Mom is a challenging resident. In fact, no other places would take mom due to her medical records. Mom, in her prime, was a sophisticated, elegant, smart woman. BG has been the same.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents who lost too much weight
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows a concerning pattern with 26 complaint-driven deficiencies indicating families have filed reports about care problems. The most recurring issues involve food safety and dining services, medication management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Problems persist across multiple surveys, with recent November 2025 complaints about the same areas that have been problematic since 2023, suggesting ongoing challenges despite correction plans.
Apr 20, 2026Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Nov 13, 2025Complaint12
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
Administration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Jun 25, 2025Routine10
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Jun 25, 2025Complaint2
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Apr 17, 2025Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Mar 5, 2025Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Nov 13, 2025
$150,130
Fine
May 9, 2024
$44,460
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Priority Healthcare Group
14 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.8/5 · Rank 13 of 14 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Fair Oaks Family Holdings LLC
Owner · Organization
Samara Holdings Company LLC
Owner · Organization
Gamzeh, David
Owner
Glatzer, Akiva
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Greatorex, Tina
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Schiowitz, Marc
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
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References & Resources
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