Darlington Memory Lane
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Cranston, RI
Darlington Memory Lane
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Cranston, RI
Darlington Memory Lane offers an assisted living community tailored to seniors with memory care needs. Located in Cranston, Rhode Island, their program is thoughtfully crafted to provide a secure and nurturing environment that evokes the warmth of home.
Spanning two nearby buildings, Memory Lane accommodates 78 beds, strategically divided to create small, intimate neighborhoods. This thoughtful layout fosters a sense of community and belonging, enriching the lives of residents in this unique memory care environment. At Darlington Memory Lane, a dedicated team of professionals is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents and ensuring their well-being. The atmosphere is safe and therapeutic, with individualized attention to address unique human needs.
78-bed community Rank #71 / 109Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 109 homes in Rhode Island. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
15 years in operation Rank #35 / 89Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 89 homes in Rhode Island. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Rhode Island facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 57 / 100 Rank #50 / 118Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 118 homes in Rhode Island. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 14, 2010
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
License NumberALR01461
Darlington Memory Lane is legally operated by Margaret Bubis Administrator.
Fax(401) 475-9755
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
37 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Rhode Island average:
• Total deficiencies (9% above)
• Deficiencies per year (9% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (9% above)
• Deficiencies per year (9% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
October 1, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | RI Average | vs. RI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 37 | 34 | This facility has 9% more total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (37 vs. RI avg 34).↑ 9% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 7.4 | 6.8 | This facility has 9% more deficiencies per year than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (7.4 vs. RI avg 6.8).↑ 9% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on October 1, 2025, found one deficiency for failure to report suspected abuse within 24 hours.
- The July 23, 2025 survey identified four deficiencies including unsafe resident handling, medication storage issues, and lack of dietitian-reviewed menus for the Alzheimer Dementia unit.
- Past investigations documented repeated failures in resident safety and care, including elopement in June 2024 and unlicensed staff providing care in November 2023.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
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7.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from North Providence's city center to Darlington Memory Lane's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.16 miles to nearest hospital (The Miriam Hospital)
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Assisted Living in Rhode Island
Darlington Memory Lane is located in North Providence, Rhode Island.
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The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.
| Darlington Memory Lane |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | North Providence | 78
Facility
78
RI AVG
107
Rank
#71 / 109 | No |
57
Facility
57
RI AVG
47
Rank
#50 / 118 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
17
Rank
#35 / 89 | - | Margaret Bubis Administrator | 30 | 28
Facility
28
RI AVG
9.2
Rank
#76 / 78 | 12
Facility
12
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#67 / 78 | 37
Facility
37
RI AVG
34
Rank
#58 / 78 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#16 / 78 |
| Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living |
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 Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Johnston | 68
Facility
68
RI AVG
107
Rank
#82 / 109 | No |
7
Facility
7
RI AVG
47
Rank
#108 / 118 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 42
Facility
42
RI AVG
17
Rank
#8 / 89 | A+ | Kyle M Naylor | 11 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
9.2
Rank
#48 / 78 | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#2 / 78 | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
34
Rank
#8 / 78 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#3 / 78 |
| Victoria Court Memory Care |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cranston (Oaklawn Avenue) | 65
Facility
65
RI AVG
107
Rank
#85 / 109 | No |
72
Facility
72
RI AVG
47
Rank
#28 / 118 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 17
Facility
17
RI AVG
17
Rank
#34 / 89 | A | Administrator Rhodaporn Smith | 17 | 13
Facility
13
RI AVG
9.2
Rank
#56 / 78 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#66 / 78 | 29
Facility
29
RI AVG
34
Rank
#49 / 78 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#25 / 78 |
| Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living |
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Cranston (Edgewood) | 40
Facility
40
RI AVG
107
Rank
#101 / 109 | No |
74
Facility
74
RI AVG
47
Rank
#25 / 118 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 33
Facility
33
RI AVG
17
Rank
#17 / 89 | - | Administrator Suzanne Cesana | 5 | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
9.2
Rank
#20 / 78 | 0
Facility
0
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#1 / 78 | 0
Facility
0
RI AVG
34
Rank
#1 / 78 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#1 / 78 |
| West Bay Residential Services |
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. | Cranston | - | No |
69
Facility
69
RI AVG
47
Rank
#33 / 118 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Darlington Memory Lane
What neighborhood is Darlington Memory Lane in?
Darlington Memory Lane is in the North Providence neighborhood of North Providence.
Who is the owner of Darlington Memory Lane?
The legal owner and operator of Darlington Memory Lane is Margaret Bubis Administrator.
Is Darlington Memory Lane in a walkable area?
Darlington Memory Lane has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Darlington Memory Lane?
According to RI state health department records, Darlington Memory Lane's license number is ALR01461.
When does Darlington Memory Lane's license expire?
According to RI state health department records, Darlington Memory Lane's license expires on December 31, 2025.
How many beds does Darlington Memory Lane have?
Darlington Memory Lane has 78 beds.
Are there photos of Darlington Memory Lane?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Darlington Memory Lane in the photo gallery on this page.
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