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Compare Assisted Living around Pawtucket
The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.
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| Anchor Bay at Pocasset |
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).
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. | Johnston | 75
Facility
75
RI AVG
107
Rank
#73 / 109 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
RI AVG
47
Rank
#47 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
RI AVG
18
Rank
#62 / 85 | Robin Pimental | 9 | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#43 / 77 | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#6 / 77 | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#16 / 77 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#26 / 77 |
| Atria Lincoln Place |
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. | Lincoln | 115
Facility
115
RI AVG
107
Rank
#49 / 109 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
RI AVG
47
Rank
#64 / 118 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
18
Rank
#38 / 85 | Diane Morris | 15 | 13
Facility
13
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#56 / 77 | 6
Facility
6
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#47 / 77 | 17
Facility
17
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#22 / 77 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#12 / 77 |
| Darlington 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. | Pawtucket | - | Yes |
75
Facility
75
RI AVG
47
Rank
#24 / 118 | - | 31
Facility
31
RI AVG
18
Rank
#19 / 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Andrew Matthew Assisted Living | AL | Pawtucket | 15 | — | — | — | 6 | Erica Martinelli, Administrator | — | — | — | — | — |
| Darlington Assisted Living Center No 2 | AL | Pawtucket | 20 | — | — | — | 29 | Melissa Sanford, Administrator | — | — | — | — | — |
Anchor Bay at Pocasset is a serene sanctuary sprawling across 16+ acres in Rhode Island. Located in close proximity to Providence Place Mall and just a stone’s throw away from Rhode Island Hospital, Anchor Bay is the perfect place for seniors to call home. Gone are the worries of unsafe and lonely living in their golden years, as Anchor Bay offers independent living, assisted living, and memory support services that are second to none. With around-the-clock staffing, residents can rest easy knowing they are in good hands.
Residents can choose from studio or one- and two-bedroom apartments, each designed with high ceilings, large windows, and soft tones of furniture, creating an airy and luxurious feel. The home boasts a range of premium amenities, including a salon and spa, movie theater, resident garden, library, courtyard, billiards room, chapel, and more.
Overview of Atria Lincoln Place
Atria Lincoln Place is a vibrant assisted living community in a green residential setting in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Designed for active older adults, it offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all with a full calendar of events and programs.
Residents can take advantage of a variety of activities, including working out and unwinding in the fitness center, staying active in the indoor therapeutic pool, socializing over coffee at the country kitchen, and going to scheduled theater outings.
They offer spacious senior apartments and quality amenities with a flexible, month-to-month lease and no buy-in fee. Floor plans include studios and a variety of one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, living rooms, housekeeping services, and more.
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.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Pawtucket, RI
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Rhode Island?
Assisted living in Rhode Island supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Rhode Island?
Assisted living in Rhode Island is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Rhode Island Medicaid cover assisted living?
Rhode Island Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Rhode Island) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 3 assisted living facilities in Pawtucket, RI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Pawtucket, RI?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Pawtucket, RI, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Pawtucket, RI?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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