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Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Cranston, RI
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Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Cranston, RI
50 Warwick Ave, Cranston, RI 02905 View map
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Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living provides assisted living and respite care in Cranston, Rhode Island. Assisted living gives residents help with daily tasks while they live in an apartment, while respite care offers a short term stay when a usual caregiver is traveling, recovering, or temporarily unavailable. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing daily support or for a family seeking a temporary care arrangement.

Located in the Edgewood neighborhood, the residence has 40 beds, creating a smaller community setting. It opened in 1930 and offers one bedroom apartments, shared apartments, and short term or respite suites. The suite option is designed for temporary stays, while the apartment layouts accommodate residents who need either a private bedroom or a shared living arrangement.

A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For someone who no longer drives, nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes may be reachable without arranging a ride. Transportation is also provided for medical appointments, banking, shopping, and other errands.

Residents can use the Wellness Center, solarium, and outdoor porches, with indoor and outdoor places for wellness activities or time outside. A beauty salon and barber shop provide on site grooming services. The interfaith chapel and variety of religious services support participation in religious life within the community.

Dining accommodates dietary needs and preferences related to health conditions, so meals can reflect documented dietary requirements. Activities include happy hours, excursions, and group activities. Additional offerings come through wellness programs, recreation and spiritual activities, culinary experiences, and rehabilitation support.

Medicare is accepted as a payment option, with coverage generally applying to eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term assisted living. Suzanne Cesana serves as the administrator.

Facility Direct Line (401) 461-1444
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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 40 Rank #52 / 56Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 52nd 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #13 / 52Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 13th 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.
33 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #12 / 60Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 12th 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
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 24, 1992
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License NumberALR01357

Ownership & Operating Entity

Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living is legally operated by Suzanne Cesana, Administrator.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency response system in every room.
Safety FeaturesGrab bars available in bathrooms.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(401) 941-2268

Amenities & Lifestyle

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

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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. 0 deficiencies 5 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 Better Metrics better than Rhode Island average:
• Total deficiencies (100% 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. 037.0 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (0 vs. RI avg 37).↓ 100% 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. 513.0 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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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cranston's city center to Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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

Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living is located in Cranston, 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 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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