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Bennington Health and Rehabilitation Center
2 Blackberry Lane, Bennington, VT 05201
Bennington Health & Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility offering post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term and respite care. Our staff is dedicated to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from an illness or injury. We accept Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurances. We are a WE HONOR VETERANS community partner and are VA contracted.
Services
- ShortStay care
- LongTerm care
- Neurological care and rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation therapy
- Physical therapy
- Speech therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation - including joint replacement, injuries and amputation
- Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
- VA Contracted
- Registered Nurses
- Audiology care
- Bariatric specialties
- Colostomy care
- Dementia care
- Pet therapy
- Psychiatric services
- Wound care
- X-ray
- Hospice care
- Pain management
- Dietary and nutrition needs management
- Medication management
- 24-hour emergency alert and response system
- Cultural, educational, religious and social activities
Amenities
- Private and Semi-Private Apartments
- Spacious rooms
- Private bathroom
- Fully air conditioned
- Individual climate control
- Activity room
- Wellness programs
- Private hospice room
- Sunroom
- Conveniently Located
- Scenic views
- Beauty Salon / Barber Services
- Cable Television
- Comfortable common and lounge areas to gather with friends and family
- Dining Room
- In-room dining options
- Restaurant-Style Dining
- Spa Services
- Computer with internet access
- Housekeeping
- Pharmaceutical delivery service
- Phone service
- Telephone
- Wireless Internet

Tanya Santway RN,BSN
Center Nurse ExecutiveTanya has been an employee at Bennington Health and Rehab for 21 years. During that period of time, Tanya has held various roles within the center. Tanya began her healthcare career as an LNA where she was able to develop her care giving skills and provide direct care to our centers residents. Knowing that she wanted to expand her knowledge and skills she continued her education and pursued her nursing degree. Tanya graduated with her BSN in 2015 while she continued to work at the center. In addition to her role as a caregiver, Tanya has also served the BH&R community as Director of Staff Education & Infection Control. In 2015 Tanya accepted the position of Center Nurse Executive where she remains today. Tanya resides in the local area with her Husband and two sons.
Rhonda Hickey
Director of AdmissionsRhonda has 20 years experience in Health Care at Bennington Health and Rehab. In addition to her current role as Director of Admissions she has also been an LNA and Director of the Childcare Center once operated within the building. Rhonda enjoys working with patients and families to help assist with the admission process. Rhonda Earned her degree at Dean College in addition to attending SUNY New Paltz. Rhonda can often be found on days off enjoying youth, high school and college sports as her children currently compete at all levels.
Tabitha Davis-Barron
Director of RehabilitationTabitha has been an Occupational Therapist for 10 years and a Director of Rehab Services for 7. Tabitha has been a DOR trainer for other area Genesis Centers in addition to holding a position as secretary for the Vermont Occupational Therapy Association. In addition to her busy work schedule, she is actively working on advancing her clinical practice by becoming a Master Clinician for Dementia Care. Tabitha's life outside of work is just as busy as she is a wife and mother of two children and four dog babies. Weekends are spent supporting her children at various sporting events as well as spending time with family. Tabitha is also very active with supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Alzheimer's Association.

Lacy Smith
Director of Social ServicesLacy joins the team at Bennington Health and Rehab as Director of Social Services. Prior to her current role, Lacy served as the Client Service Manager at Bayada Home Health Care. Lacy has worked in the care industry for over 20 years and she will be an excellent addition to our team. Lacy resides in the Bennington area and has two children. Outside of the work Lacy enjoys spending time with family and friends and participating in outdoor sporting activities.
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