The Gary Residence – Residential care in a welcoming environment that feels like home

Nothing is more important than our happiness and sense of well-being, particularly as we grow older. Dr. Clara Gary, Montpelier’s first woman doctor, understood this very well when in 1941 she founded The Gary Residence — a pleasant, comfortable residence in the heart of downtown Montpelier. Since then, the Gary Residence has been a uniquely beautiful home for scores of seniors over 62.

Carefully renovated and tastefully decorated, The Gary Residence is only a short walk from the famous golden-domed Capitol, libraries, churches, restaurants and shops. Our property is enhanced by beautiful landscaping, paved walkways, a patio and gazebo, and colorful flower gardens.

Life here incorporates the most important and comforting elements of living in one’s own home. Our residents have their own suites, each with private bath. They enjoy nourishing meals prepared and served by caring staff, and elegant common areas that include a sunroom and library. Amenities and activities are plentiful here, allowing residents to continue enjoying active, productive, and meaningful lives.

The Gary Residence is not a nursing home. Our residents enjoy the security of 24-hour staff assistance. As a licensed residential care home, we provide room and board, help with personal care, nursing oversight and medication management, but not full-time nursing care.

Discover senior community living the way it was meant to be at The Gary Residence.

Clara’s Garden: The very best in memory care living, now accepting applications.

Memory Care Suites available:

None at this time.

Learn more or apply now

Residential Care Suites available:

Residential Care Suites 3-5 and 3-7 are available.

We’re hiring!

We have multiple positions available in our Montpelier facility.

Current Openings

Flood Update: Support Needed

Due to flood damage to The Gary Residence, extensive repairs are needed before we can safely move all 12 residents back into the building.

As a nonprofit community for seniors, we have diligently worked to invest in the lives and wellbeing of seniors in our community through The Gary Residence and our latest Memory Care addition—and want to continue doing so for another 104 years.

Please consider a monetary donation to help offset the cost of repairs and re-housing our residents.

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What people are saying

We come often to have a meal with my parents. The food is amazing! Chef is always willing to make special dishes for my children. The waitstaff is unbelievably friendly! Thank you so much!

You’re awesome! Thank you for going above and beyond for Carolyn. Did I ever tell you how much I love you and all of the wonderful staff at the Gary Residence?

Cynthia D.

Thank you so much for all your loving kindness and exquisite care for Jan while she was at Gary Residence. We couldn’t have asked for a better family for this phase of her life. “

– Margot & Brian

I can’t tell you how much of a difference you made in Angie’s life. You all gave her dignity in her last year and 1/2 of life. There couldn’t have been a more perfect place for her to be during that time. Thank you so much.”

– Joan W.

The staff makes The Gary Residence a true home for both residents and their families. Your loving attention to each resident and all aspects of their lives is remarkable.”

– Ann M.

There are simply not enough words to adequately express our sincere thanks to the entire “Gary Residence Crew”, staff and volunteers, for your love, compassion, and caring.

– Ann L.

Praise to each of your staff who have contributed to my friend’s new happiness and contentment as she made the move to your beautiful home.

Jane W.

Thank you for the comfort and security that you provided for Mimi. She found care, friendship, and contentment at The Gary Residence, and for that we are grateful.

– Mark S.

Thank you for all the care and comfort you have provided to my mother. I am eternally grateful.

– Steve P.

It is good to know that even though we are not close by, you do everything to keep my aunt’s physical and emotional health at the highest level possible.

– K. Family, Germany

Our family is so very grateful for the wonderful care and compassion extended to our mom and family.

— Marinelli Family

Thank you again for everything. With the level of caring and compassion that The Gary Residence staff brings, I know residents in the new memory care program will be well taken care of.

Lory B.

Thank you for making Mom’s transition so effortless, everyone was very professional, friendly and helpful. It’s obvious you enjoy what you do and that shows in many ways. I appreciate you all and know Mom is in very good hands–that is priceless!

Cathy S.

I want to thank everyone—especially Sarah—for making David’s move to The Gary Residence happen so quickly. She was instrumental in making this happen. Our family can’t believe it! Stephen was amazed at the facility and the welcoming staff who do everything with a smile and are always trying to do their best for the residents. You have a caring and professional team. We are sleeping well tonight knowing that David is settling in and is in a safe, caring environment.

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