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Darlington Memory Lane
Assisted Living & Memory Care · North Providence, RI
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Darlington Memory Lane

Assisted Living & Memory Care · North Providence, RI
1081 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904 View map
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Overview of Darlington Memory Lane

Located a few miles from The Miriam Hospital, Darlington Memory Lane serves residents in North Providence, Rhode Island. The community provides assisted living and memory care across two nearby buildings. Its layout uses small, close neighborhoods for residents who need memory support. The design creates a secure, home-like setting instead of one large open floor plan.

Darlington Memory Lane has 78 beds across private and semi-private rooms. Its size may appeal to families who want a mid-sized community with a more personal feel. The community has operated for 15 years and supports residents with dementia and related memory conditions. Margaret Bubis oversees daily operations as administrator.

Transportation, organized fitness programs, and recreational activities are available to residents. The Walk Score of the neighborhood around this property is 57. There are also more amenities close by, and some errands and outings are walkable. It can easily be combined with a short walk or an errand for visiting families.

Rhode Island Department of Health inspectors have reviewed several care and safety areas. Reviews have covered incident reporting timelines, resident handling, safety protocols, medication storage, and dietary planning for memory care. Past inspections also included resident supervision and staffing licensure.

Families considering Darlington Memory Lane should ask about current safety and supervision practices. Those areas are especially important for residents living with memory loss. Darlington Memory Lane is best for families seeking secured memory care within an assisted living setting. Its smaller design and dementia-focused programs offer another choice beyond a large general senior living campus.

Facility Direct Line (401) 475-1000
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 78 Rank #36 / 56Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 36th out of 56 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Rhode Island that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

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 #24 / 52Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 24th out of 52 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Rhode Island that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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 Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #26 / 60Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 26th out of 60 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Rhode Island that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
IssuanceSeptember 14, 2010
License NumberALR01461

Ownership & Operating Entity

Darlington Memory Lane is legally operated by Margaret Bubis Administrator.

Contact Information

Fax(401) 475-9755

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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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 37 deficiencies 30 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 At Avg Metrics at Rhode Island average:
• Total deficiencies (at RI avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Rhode Island average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (60% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityRI Averagevs. RI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3737.0 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Rhode Island average (37 vs. RI avg 37).— At avg
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.23.0 This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (1.2 vs. RI avg 3).↓ 60% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityRI Averagevs. RI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 3013.0 This facility has had 131% more total inspections than the Rhode Island average (30 vs. RI avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 131% more
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info 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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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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Darlington Memory Lane
AL
MC
North Providence
78
Facility 78
RI AVG 99
Rank #36 / 56
No
57
Facility 57
RI AVG 47
Rank #26 / 60
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 20
Rank #24 / 52
-Margaret Bubis Administrator30
28
Facility 28
RI AVG 8
Rank #48 / 48
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 5.6
Rank #45 / 48
37
Facility 37
RI AVG 34
Rank #43 / 48
1.2
Facility 1.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #14 / 48
Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing
AL
NH
RC
Cranston (Edgewood)
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 99
Rank #39 / 56
No
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 47
Rank #12 / 60
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Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Johnston
68
Facility 68
RI AVG 99
Rank #43 / 56
No
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 47
Rank #56 / 60
Private Rooms
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 20
Rank #6 / 52
A+Kyle M Naylor11
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 8
Rank #26 / 48
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 5.6
Rank #2 / 48
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 34
Rank #7 / 48
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #2 / 48
Victoria Court Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
RC
Cranston
65
Facility 65
RI AVG 99
Rank #44 / 56
Yes
72
Facility 72
RI AVG 47
Rank #16 / 60
-
30
Facility 30
RI AVG 20
Rank #14 / 52
A+Administrator Rhodaporn Smith17
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 8
Rank #33 / 48
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 5.6
Rank #44 / 48
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 34
Rank #38 / 48
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #23 / 48
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
AL
RC
Cranston (Edgewood)
40
Facility 40
RI AVG 99
Rank #52 / 56
No
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 47
Rank #12 / 60
-
33
Facility 33
RI AVG 20
Rank #13 / 52
-Administrator Suzanne Cesana5
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 8
Rank #9 / 48
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 5.6
Rank #1 / 48
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 34
Rank #1 / 48
0.0
Facility 0.0
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #1 / 48

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other RI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Rhode Island

Darlington Memory Lane is located in North Providence, 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
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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 Memory Lane

Who is the owner of Darlington Memory Lane?

Darlington Memory Lane is legally operated by Margaret Bubis Administrator.

Is Darlington Memory Lane in a walkable area?

Darlington Memory Lane has a walk score of 57. Somewhat 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.

How long has Darlington Memory Lane been in business?

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

Are pets allowed at Darlington Memory Lane?

No, Darlington Memory Lane has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Darlington Memory Lane have?

Darlington Memory Lane has 78 beds.

Has Darlington Memory Lane had any deficiencies?

Darlington Memory Lane has had 37 reported deficiencies according to records from Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH).

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