The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Warwick, RI

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Warwick, RI

Overview of The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence

Serving residents in Warwick, Rhode Island, The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence is a community at 3 Shalom Drive. The 81-bed residence has been serving the community for 22 years. It’s in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some daily errands can be completed on foot.

State inspection records cover 5 years of data. Inspections have focused on operational and clinical practices, including medication management, resident assessments, service plan documentation, and incident reporting procedures. While some inspection periods found no deficiencies, others identified gaps in these areas. Families considering the residence should ask how the community addresses these operational oversight areas and what were the improvements.

Families interested in learning more about daily life in the community should book an in-person tour and chat with the community’s leadership. It’s a great time to ask about services, amenities, dining options, staffing levels, and payment options before making a decision.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 81 Rank #66 / 109Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th 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.

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. Rank #29 / 90Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th 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.
22 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #56 / 117Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
IssuanceSeptember 17, 2003
License NumberALR01426

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence is legally operated by Helayne Goldstein-Ramirezadministrator.

Contact Information

Fax(401) 921-0602

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 35 deficiencies 10 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Rhode Island average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (16% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Rhode Island average:
• Total deficiencies (5% 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. 3537 This facility has 5% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (35 vs. RI avg 37).↓ 5% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.53.02 This facility has 16% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (3.5 vs. RI avg 3.02).↑ 16% worse

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. 1013 This facility has had 23% fewer total inspections than the Rhode Island average (10 vs. RI avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 23% fewer

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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Warwick's city center to The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Warwick

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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
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.
Greenwich Farms at Warwick
AL
MC
RC
Warwick
181
Facility 181
RI AVG 106
Rank #7 / 109
Yes
37
Facility 37
RI AVG 48
Rank #69 / 117
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 17
Rank #22 / 90
C-Linda Silveira11
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 8
Rank #44 / 69
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #6 / 69
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 34
Rank #12 / 69
1.2
Facility 1.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #15 / 69
Spring Villa Memory Care
AL
West Warwick (Harris)
122
Facility 122
RI AVG 106
Rank #39 / 109
No
58
Facility 58
RI AVG 48
Rank #48 / 117
Alzheimer's Care (62)
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 17
Rank #48 / 90
-Craig Pianka17
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 8
Rank #57 / 69
5
Facility 5
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #32 / 69
20
Facility 20
RI AVG 34
Rank #33 / 69
1.2
Facility 1.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #15 / 69
The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence
AL
MC
Warwick
81
Facility 81
RI AVG 106
Rank #66 / 109
No
53
Facility 53
RI AVG 48
Rank #56 / 117
-
22
Facility 22
RI AVG 17
Rank #29 / 90
-Helayne Goldstein-Ramirezadministrator10
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 8
Rank #42 / 69
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #50 / 69
35
Facility 35
RI AVG 34
Rank #51 / 69
3.5
Facility 3.5
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #52 / 69
Ethan Place Assisted Living
AL
Warwick
32
Facility 32
RI AVG 106
Rank #104 / 109
No
62
Facility 62
RI AVG 48
Rank #44 / 117
-
38
Facility 38
RI AVG 17
Rank #12 / 90
-Administrator Stephanie A Robey9
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 8
Rank #31 / 69
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #50 / 69
23
Facility 23
RI AVG 34
Rank #37 / 69
2.6
Facility 2.6
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #46 / 69
Commonwealth House Assisted Living
AL
RESC
Warwick
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 106
Rank #109 / 109
No
28
Facility 28
RI AVG 48
Rank #83 / 117
-
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 17
Rank #55 / 90
-Amanda Willoughby3
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 8
Rank #7 / 69
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.6
Rank #6 / 69
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 34
Rank #5 / 69
2.7
Facility 2.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #47 / 69

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Rhode Island

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence is located in Warwick, 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 The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence

Who is the owner of The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence?

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence is legally operated by Helayne Goldstein-Ramirezadministrator.

Is The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence in a walkable area?

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence?

According to RI state health department records, The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence's license number is ALR01426.

How long has The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence been in business?

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence?

No, The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence have?

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence has 81 beds.

Has The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence had any deficiencies?

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence has had 35 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH).

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