Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Cranston, RI
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Cranston, RI
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Established in 1930, Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing has been dedicated to providing exceptional assisted living services to the Cranston, Rhode Island community. All their nursing services revolve around a resident-centered approach that values the entirety of each person, emphasizing not only treatment but also preventative and early intervention care. Notably, short-term skilled care patients may transition to assisted living, allowing them to regain confidence and prepare for a return home. Throughout its history, Scandinavian Communities has earned a reputation for upholding resident dignity while delivering excellent care and top-tier service.
Scandinavian Communities offers a comprehensive continuum of wellness and care, administered with unwavering compassion and professionalism. Fostering close relationships between staff and residents, this assisted living community enables their team to readily identify changes in resident health conditions, ensuring timely and attentive care. The warmth and spirit that have defined Scandinavian Communities for over 88 years continue to flourish, making it a beacon of excellence in assisted living.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 30.3% Above RI avg. ▲ 30.3% Above RI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 72.2% Above RI avg. ▲ 72.2% Above RI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 71.1% Below RI avg. ▼ 71.1% Below RI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▼ 6.9% Below RI avg. ▼ 6.9% Below RI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Types of Care at Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Assisted Living Nursing Home

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Rhode Island average: 83.7%
Occupancy rate
79.1% Rank #41 / 63Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 63 homes in Rhode Island. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Rhode Island average, with its Statewide rank out of 63. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
123 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #25 / 118Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 118 homes in Rhode Island. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Rhode Island SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesThe activity schedule includes various daily events such as coffee and news, exercise sessions, trivia, bingo, and social time.
Religious ServicesYes

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
31% better than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 76.2%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 2.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 4.8%
518% worse than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 56.4%
11% better than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 9
Medicaid
6
66.7% of residents
Private pay or other
3
33.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$12.7M
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$12.7M Rank #35 / 60Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 60 homes in Rhode Island. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Rhode Island SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #38 / 60Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 60 homes in Rhode Island. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Rhode Island average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.9M
54.4% of revenue Rank #33 / 60Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 60 homes in Rhode Island. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Rhode Island average. Well-run Rhode Island SNFs typically land around 60–70% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.9M
Total costs $13.8M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cranston's city center to Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.99 miles to nearest hospital (Bradley Hospital)

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Nursing Home in Rhode Island

Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing is located in Cranston, Rhode Island.
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Rhode Island Home and Community Care Services

RI Medicaid HCCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Rhode Island resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
RI

Higher asset limit; small state aids quicker processing.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Rhode Island Caregiver Support Program

RI NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Rhode Island resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
RI

Limited slots; urban focus due to small size.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Rhode Island PACE

Age 55+
General RI resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
RI

Operated by PACE Organization of Rhode Island; covers 4 counties (Providence, Kent, Washington, Newport).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

@Home Cost Share Program

Rhode Island @Home Cost Share

Age 65+
General RI resident, need help with 1+ ADL/IADL, not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale fees.
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; focus on income/need.
RI

Administered by Division of Elderly Affairs (DEA); complements Medicaid.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Homemaker services Respite (~5 days/year) Transportation

SSI Enhanced Assisted Living Program

Rhode Island SSI Enhanced AL

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General RI resident, SSI-eligible, living in approved AL facility.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (SSI federal rate) + state supplement ($332/month).
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
RI

Supplement increases to ~$1,275/month total for AL residents; ~50 facilities participate.

Benefits
Financial aid (~$332/month extra) for AL costs (personal care, meals, activities)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Rhode Island Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General RI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
RI

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Rhode Island VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General RI resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
RI

High veteran demand; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Rhode Island SFMNP

Age 60+
General RI resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
RI

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~10,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Property Tax Relief for Seniors

Rhode Island Property Tax Relief Credit

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General RI resident, homeowner/renter, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$35,000/year household
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
RI

Credit up to $400; local exemptions vary by municipality.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$100-$400/year avg., depending on income)

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The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.

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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.

HC

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MC

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RC

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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.

IL

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MC

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AL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

What neighborhood is Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing in?

Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing is in the Edgewood neighborhood.

Is Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing in a walkable area?

Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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What is the phone number of Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing?

(401) 461-1433 will put you in contact with the team at Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing.

Is Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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