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Compare Assisted Living around Portsmouth
The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.
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| Brookdale Sakonnet Bay |
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). | Tiverton | 87
Facility
87
RI AVG
107
Rank
#63 / 109 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
RI AVG
47
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#103 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed | 48
Facility
48
RI AVG
18
Rank
#5 / 85 | A+ | Administrator Brian Loynds | 11 | 8
Facility
8
RI AVG
8.9
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#36 / 77 | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
6.7
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#6 / 77 | 10
Facility
10
RI AVG
31.6
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#9 / 77 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
RI AVG
2.7
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#8 / 77 |
| Atria Aquidneck 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. | Portsmouth | 97
Facility
97
RI AVG
107
Rank
#59 / 109 | No |
10
Facility
10
RI AVG
47
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#105 / 118 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
18
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#38 / 85 | - | Diane Morris | 10 | 6
Facility
6
RI AVG
8.9
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#31 / 77 | 5
Facility
5
RI AVG
6.7
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#37 / 77 | 17
Facility
17
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#22 / 77 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
RI AVG
2.7
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#26 / 77 |
Overview of Brookdale Sakonnet Bay
With breathtaking views of the bay, Brookdale Sakonnet Bay at Tiverton, RI, is a blissful senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy the scenic beauty as they stroll along walking paths through landscaped grounds and gardens. The campus also features an indoor pool for morning swims, a billiards room for friendly competition, and picnic areas with river views and shaded seating. Medical services, including hospice care, long-term skilled care, and respite stays, ensure comprehensive care tailored to individual needs.
Brookdale Sakonnet Bay provides a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle with a variety of amenities and engaging programs. The community features an indoor and therapy pool, a fitness center, a beauty/barber shop, and a chapel. Residents can savor restaurant-style dining with nutritious and delicious meals. Daily activities such as B-Fit classes, cooking classes, card games, and matinees in the on-site theater offer numerous ways to enjoy each day. With its exceptional amenities and personalized care, Brookdale Sakonnet Bay is an ideal choice for seniors seeking an enriching and supportive community.
Overview of Atria Aquidneck Place
Welcoming seniors and guests with a scenic facade, Atria Aquidneck Place located at Quaker Hill Lane, Portsmouth, RI, is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features well-designed and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Enjoy top-tier personalized care and assistance around the clock with a kind and dedicated team of professionals.
Atria Aquidneck commits to delivering the best quality of life with a wide range of cultural, educational, fitness, and social opportunities daily. Residents enjoy three chef-prepared meal options including vegetarian meals to ensure their dietary needs and preferences are met. The pet-friendly community provides a library, a fitness center, parking, a salon, an onsite physician office space, a resident garden, a courtyard, a sunlit patio, and serene walking paths for seniors’ convenience and comfort.
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.
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- 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.
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- 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 Portsmouth, 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 2 assisted living facilities in Portsmouth, RI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, 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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