Darlington Assisted Living

Darlington Assisted Living

Overview of Darlington Assisted Living

Darlington Communities, a family-run enterprise in Pawtucket, RI, prioritizes residents’ well-being and fosters a social living environment. With a commitment to low resident-to-staff ratios and intimate settings, Darlington provides stability, continuity, and more than two decades of experience in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Grounded in a mission to make a positive difference, their founders lead with compassion, clinical expertise, and a respectful approach, creating individualized care and peace of mind for residents and families.

Darlington Assisted Living, situated in a historic Victorian home, offers a helping hand in a cozy, independent setting. Residents experience a carefree atmosphere, enjoying three daily homemade meals, housekeeping, and laundry services. With a focus on intellectual, physical, spiritual, and social needs, Darlington provides a well-rounded therapeutic environment. The home, accommodating just 38 residents, fosters a family-like atmosphere, ensuring personalized attention from long-term, trained professionals and a harmonious assisted living environment.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #30 / 70Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 70 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.
15 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #17 / 91Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 91 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.
75 / 100

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staff Details

Total Employees
21
Full-Time Employees
21

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pawtucket's city center to Darlington Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.3 miles to nearest hospital (The Miriam Hospital)

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Adviniacare Pawtucket Pleasant Rehab LLC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Pawtucket
129
Facility 129
RI AVG 106
Rank #24 / 82
No
80
Facility 80
RI AVG 48
Rank #11 / 91
-
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 19
Rank #67 / 70
Admin Deanna Paul7
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 8
Rank #7 / 69
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #21 / 69
54
Facility 54
RI AVG 34
Rank #62 / 69
7.7
Facility 7.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #69 / 69
Atria Lincoln Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lincoln
115
Facility 115
RI AVG 106
Rank #34 / 82
Yes
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 48
Rank #50 / 91
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 19
Rank #32 / 70
Diane Morris15
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 8
Rank #52 / 69
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #39 / 69
17
Facility 17
RI AVG 34
Rank #24 / 69
1.1
Facility 1.1
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #11 / 69
Anchor Bay at Pocasset
AL
IL
MC
RC
Johnston
75
Facility 75
RI AVG 106
Rank #56 / 82
Yes
58
Facility 58
RI AVG 48
Rank #38 / 91
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 19
Rank #49 / 70
Robin Pimental9
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 8
Rank #38 / 69
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #6 / 69
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 34
Rank #18 / 69
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #24 / 69
Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence
AL
NH
Pawtucket (Woodlawn)
26
Facility 26
RI AVG 106
Rank #81 / 82
No
81
Facility 81
RI AVG 48
Rank #10 / 91
-
35
Facility 35
RI AVG 19
Rank #12 / 70
Administrator Alicia Curtin5
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 69
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #2 / 69
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 34
Rank #4 / 69
1.4
Facility 1.4
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #21 / 69
Darlington Assisted Living
AL
Pawtucket-Yes
75
Facility 75
RI AVG 48
Rank #17 / 91
-
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 19
Rank #30 / 70
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Rhode Island

Darlington Assisted Living is located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Darlington Assisted Living

Is Darlington Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Darlington Assisted Living has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Darlington Assisted Living been in business?

Darlington Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 15 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Darlington Assisted Living?

Yes, Darlington Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Darlington Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Darlington Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Darlington Assisted Living?

Darlington Assisted Living is located at 123 Armistice Blvd, Pawtucket, RI 02860.

What is the phone number of Darlington Assisted Living?

(401) 725-2400 will put you in contact with the team at Darlington Assisted Living.

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