Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Cranston, RI
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Cranston, RI
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living accepts Medicare.
Overview of Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
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.
40-bed community Rank #101 / 109Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 109 homes we track in Rhode Island for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Rhode Island facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Rhode Island that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
33 years in operation Rank #17 / 90Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 90 homes we track in Rhode Island for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Rhode Island facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Rhode Island that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #25 / 117Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 117 homes we track in Rhode Island for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Rhode Island facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Rhode Island that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 24, 1992
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License NumberALR01357
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living is legally operated by Suzanne Cesana, Administrator.
Emergency SystemsEmergency response system in every room.
Safety FeaturesGrab bars available in bathrooms.
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(401) 941-2268
Dining
Wellness Center
Porch
Chapel
Salon
Housekeeping
Laundry
Recreation Area
Solarium
Activitieshappy hours, frequent excursions, various group activities
Specific ProgramsShort Term Stays, Rehabilitation Support, Wellness Programs, Culinary Experience, Recreation & Spiritual Activities
Religious Servicesa variety of religious services available
Inspection History
In Rhode Island, the Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation is the primary authority for inspecting, licensing, and reporting on all long-term care facilities.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
5 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Rhode Island state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Rhode Island state average
Overall vs. RI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Rhode Island average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | RI Average | vs. RI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 37 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (0 vs. RI avg 37).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | RI Average | vs. RI Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 5 | 13 | This facility has had 62% fewer total inspections than the Rhode Island average (5 vs. RI avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 62% fewer |
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2.1 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the RI Dept. of Health (RIDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Darlington Memory Lane | AL MC | North Providence | 78
Facility
78
RI AVG
106
Rank
#70 / 109 | No |
57
Facility
57
RI AVG
48
Rank
#51 / 117 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
17
Rank
#34 / 90 | - | Margaret Bubis Administrator | 30 | 28
Facility
28
RI AVG
8
Rank
#68 / 69 | 12
Facility
12
RI AVG
6.6
Rank
#61 / 69 | 37
Facility
37
RI AVG
34
Rank
#54 / 69 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#15 / 69 |
| Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing | AL NH RC | Cranston (Edgewood) | 74
Facility
74
RI AVG
106
Rank
#73 / 109 | No |
74
Facility
74
RI AVG
48
Rank
#25 / 117 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Johnston | 68
Facility
68
RI AVG
106
Rank
#81 / 109 | No |
7
Facility
7
RI AVG
48
Rank
#109 / 117 | Private Rooms | 42
Facility
42
RI AVG
17
Rank
#8 / 90 | A+ | Kyle M Naylor | 11 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
8
Rank
#44 / 69 | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
6.6
Rank
#2 / 69 | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
34
Rank
#8 / 69 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#2 / 69 |
| Victoria Court Memory Care | AL IL MC RC | Cranston | 65
Facility
65
RI AVG
106
Rank
#84 / 109 | Yes |
72
Facility
72
RI AVG
48
Rank
#29 / 117 | - | 30
Facility
30
RI AVG
17
Rank
#19 / 90 | A+ | Administrator Rhodaporn Smith | 17 | 13
Facility
13
RI AVG
8
Rank
#52 / 69 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
6.6
Rank
#59 / 69 | 29
Facility
29
RI AVG
34
Rank
#47 / 69 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#24 / 69 |
| Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living | AL RC | Cranston (Edgewood) | 40
Facility
40
RI AVG
106
Rank
#101 / 109 | No |
74
Facility
74
RI AVG
48
Rank
#25 / 117 | - | 33
Facility
33
RI AVG
17
Rank
#17 / 90 | - | Administrator Suzanne Cesana | 5 | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
8
Rank
#13 / 69 | 0
Facility
0
RI AVG
6.6
Rank
#1 / 69 | 0
Facility
0
RI AVG
34
Rank
#1 / 69 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#1 / 69 |
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Assisted Living in Rhode Island
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living is located in Cranston, Rhode Island.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living in?
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living is in the Edgewood neighborhood of Cranston.
Who is the owner of Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living?
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living is legally operated by Suzanne Cesana, Administrator.
Is Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living?
According to RI state health department records, Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living's license number is ALR01357.
When does Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living's license expire?
According to RI state health department records, Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living's license expires on December 31, 2026.
How long has Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living been in business?
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living?
No, Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
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