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| Brentwood Nursing Home |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Warwick (Chepiwanoxet) | 96
Facility
96
RI AVG
107
Rank
#60 / 109 | No |
23
Facility
23
RI AVG
47
Rank
#89 / 118 | Private Rooms | 52
Facility
52
RI AVG
18
Rank
#2 / 85 | C+ | Matthew Maisen Administrator | 15 | 7
Facility
7
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#34 / 77 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#65 / 77 | 70
Facility
70
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#71 / 77 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#69 / 77 |
| Brightview Commons in Wakefield |
SC Senior Communitie
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. | South Kingstown | 88
Facility
88
RI AVG
107
Rank
#62 / 109 | No |
33
Facility
33
RI AVG
47
Rank
#75 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
RI AVG
18
Rank
#32 / 85 | - | Darlene Lepore | - | - | - | - | - |
| 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 Harborhill |
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. | East Greenwich (Division Street) | 99
Facility
99
RI AVG
107
Rank
#57 / 109 | No |
49
Facility
49
RI AVG
47
Rank
#60 / 118 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
18
Rank
#38 / 85 | - | Diane Morris | 13 | 12
Facility
12
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#52 / 77 | 4
Facility
4
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#21 / 77 | 10
Facility
10
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#9 / 77 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#3 / 77 |
| 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
Rank
#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
Rank
#36 / 77 | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#6 / 77 | 10
Facility
10
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#9 / 77 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#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
Rank
#105 / 118 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
18
Rank
#38 / 85 | - | Diane Morris | 10 | 6
Facility
6
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#31 / 77 | 5
Facility
5
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#37 / 77 | 17
Facility
17
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#22 / 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 |
| Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living |
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.
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. | Johnston | 68
Facility
68
RI AVG
107
Rank
#82 / 109 | No |
7
Facility
7
RI AVG
47
Rank
#108 / 118 | Private Rooms | 42
Facility
42
RI AVG
18
Rank
#8 / 85 | A+ | Kyle M Naylor | 11 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#48 / 77 | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#2 / 77 | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#8 / 77 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#3 / 77 |
| Highlands on the East Side |
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. | Providence (Hope) | 86
Facility
86
RI AVG
107
Rank
#64 / 109 | Yes |
85
Facility
85
RI AVG
47
Rank
#8 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
18
Rank
#53 / 85 | - | Concetta Dicenzo | 17 | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#61 / 77 | 7
Facility
7
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#52 / 77 | 27
Facility
27
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#46 / 77 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#24 / 77 |
| Blenheim-Newport |
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.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Middletown (Newport East) | 126
Facility
126
RI AVG
107
Rank
#37 / 109 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
RI AVG
47
Rank
#65 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
RI AVG
18
Rank
#22 / 85 | F | Administrator Christopher Peckham | 12 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#48 / 77 | 7
Facility
7
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#52 / 77 | 25
Facility
25
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#44 / 77 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#36 / 77 |
| Anchor Bay at Greenwich |
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. | East Greenwich (Main Street) | 122
Facility
122
RI AVG
107
Rank
#39 / 109 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
RI AVG
47
Rank
#50 / 118 | Private Rooms | 6
Facility
6
RI AVG
18
Rank
#62 / 85 | - | Admin Gabrielle Sechio Hasa | 11 | 11
Facility
11
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#48 / 77 | 7
Facility
7
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#52 / 77 | 24
Facility
24
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#41 / 77 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#37 / 77 |
| Darlington Memory Lane |
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.
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. | North Providence | 78
Facility
78
RI AVG
107
Rank
#71 / 109 | No |
57
Facility
57
RI AVG
47
Rank
#50 / 118 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
18
Rank
#35 / 85 | - | Margaret Bubis Administrator | 30 | 28
Facility
28
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#75 / 77 | 12
Facility
12
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#67 / 77 | 37
Facility
37
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#58 / 77 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#16 / 77 |
| Smithfield Woods |
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.
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. | Smithfield (Greenville) | 140
Facility
140
RI AVG
107
Rank
#28 / 109 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
RI AVG
47
Rank
#68 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
18
Rank
#78 / 85 | - | Brittany Tremblay | 25 | 26
Facility
26
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#74 / 77 | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#71 / 77 | 46
Facility
46
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#62 / 77 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#30 / 77 |
| Atria Bay Spring Village |
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.
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. | Barrington (Bay Spring) | 148
Facility
148
RI AVG
107
Rank
#26 / 109 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
RI AVG
47
Rank
#80 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
18
Rank
#38 / 85 | - | Administrator Susan A. Lehman | 15 | 13
Facility
13
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#56 / 77 | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#6 / 77 | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#15 / 77 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#8 / 77 |
| Chapel Hill |
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.
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. | Cumberland | 180
Facility
180
RI AVG
107
Rank
#8 / 109 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
RI AVG
47
Rank
#75 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
18
Rank
#78 / 85 | - | Administrator Eric Terceiro | 21 | 22
Facility
22
RI AVG
8.9
Rank
#73 / 77 | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
6.7
Rank
#60 / 77 | 24
Facility
24
RI AVG
31.6
Rank
#41 / 77 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
RI AVG
2.7
Rank
#12 / 77 |
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St. Clare-Newport is a senior care community in Newport, Rhode Island. It offers a continuum of services from adult day health and assisted living to special care units with memory care, short term rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. The community focuses on fulfilling the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents.
Established in 1930, Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing has been dedicated to providing exceptional assisted living services to the Cranston, Rhode Island community. All their nursing services revolve around a resident-centered approach that values the entirety of each person, emphasizing not only treatment but also preventative and early intervention care. Notably, short-term skilled care patients may transition to assisted living, allowing them to regain confidence and prepare for a return home. Throughout its history, Scandinavian Communities has earned a reputation for upholding resident dignity while delivering excellent care and top-tier service.
Scandinavian Communities offers a comprehensive continuum of wellness and care, administered with unwavering compassion and professionalism. Fostering close relationships between staff and residents, this assisted living community enables their team to readily identify changes in resident health conditions, ensuring timely and attentive care. The warmth and spirit that have defined Scandinavian Communities for over 88 years continue to flourish, making it a beacon of excellence in assisted living.
Overview of The Cedars
With an unwavering commitment to excellence, The Cedars is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of person-centered transitional care, benefiting well over 1200 individuals each year. Building upon their 50-year legacy, The Cedars has emerged as the embodiment of their expanded services, now encompassing Cedar Home Health.
Since its inception in 1970, The Cedars has consistently embraced change and actively pursued opportunities for growth, learning, and enhanced service offerings. Today, whether serving within the hospital or extending care to homes, The Cedars proudly places every patient and resident at the forefront of their attention, reaffirming their commitment to compassionate and comprehensive healthcare.
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 Rhode Island
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 5 assisted living facilities in Rhode Island. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Rhode Island?
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 Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island?
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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