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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 62 assisted living communities in RI using RI Dept. of Health (RIDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in RI
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Avg Monthly Cost: $7,468The average monthly cost across facilities in Rhode Island. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 47/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Rhode Island. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 106The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rhode Island. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Rhode Island

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.

Tockwotton on the Waterfront
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
East Providence (Waterfront Drive)
117
Facility 117
RI AVG 106
Rank #47 / 109
Yes
59
Facility 59
RI AVG 47
Rank #47 / 119
-
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 17
Rank #55 / 90
-Michaela Mckay15
16
Facility 16
RI AVG 8
Rank #63 / 71
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #59 / 71
23
Facility 23
RI AVG 34
Rank #38 / 71
1.5
Facility 1.5
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #22 / 71
Briarcliffe Manor
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Johnston
122
Facility 122
RI AVG 106
Rank #39 / 109
No
38
Facility 38
RI AVG 47
Rank #67 / 119
--A+-8
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 8
Rank #18 / 71
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #6 / 71
18
Facility 18
RI AVG 34
Rank #31 / 71
2.3
Facility 2.3
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #40 / 71
Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence
AL
NH
Pawtucket (Woodlawn)
26
Facility 26
RI AVG 106
Rank #108 / 109
No
81
Facility 81
RI AVG 47
Rank #15 / 119
-
35
Facility 35
RI AVG 17
Rank #14 / 90
-Administrator Alicia Curtin5
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 71
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #2 / 71
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 34
Rank #4 / 71
1.4
Facility 1.4
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #21 / 71
Capitol Ridge at Providence
AL
MC
RC
Providence (Elmhurst)
212
Facility 212
RI AVG 106
Rank #2 / 109
No
70
Facility 70
RI AVG 47
Rank #32 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 17
Rank #21 / 90
C-Tristi Delaroca12
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 8
Rank #49 / 71
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #6 / 71
16
Facility 16
RI AVG 34
Rank #22 / 71
1.3
Facility 1.3
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #20 / 71
Brookdale Sakonnet Bay
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tiverton
87
Facility 87
RI AVG 106
Rank #62 / 109
Yes
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 47
Rank #104 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
RI AVG 17
Rank #5 / 90
A+Administrator Brian Loynds11
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 8
Rank #32 / 71
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #6 / 71
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 34
Rank #9 / 71
0.9
Facility 0.9
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #7 / 71
Scandinavian Communities Assisted Living
AL
RC
Cranston (Edgewood)
40
Facility 40
RI AVG 106
Rank #101 / 109
No
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 47
Rank #25 / 119
-
33
Facility 33
RI AVG 17
Rank #17 / 90
-Administrator Suzanne Cesana5
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 8
Rank #14 / 71
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #1 / 71
-
Facility -
RI AVG 34
Rank #1 / 71
0.0
Facility 0.0
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #1 / 71
Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Johnston
68
Facility 68
RI AVG 106
Rank #81 / 109
No
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 47
Rank #109 / 119
Private Rooms
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 17
Rank #8 / 90
A+Kyle M Naylor11
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 8
Rank #45 / 71
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #2 / 71
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 34
Rank #8 / 71
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #2 / 71
Wingate Residences on the East Side
AL
IL
MC
Providence (Fox Point)
101
Facility 101
RI AVG 106
Rank #54 / 109
No
83
Facility 83
RI AVG 47
Rank #10 / 119
-
39
Facility 39
RI AVG 17
Rank #10 / 90
B-Vincent Messina10
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 8
Rank #31 / 71
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #21 / 71
17
Facility 17
RI AVG 34
Rank #24 / 71
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #24 / 71
Atria Bay Spring Village
AL
IL
MC
Barrington (Bay Spring)
148
Facility 148
RI AVG 106
Rank #26 / 109
Yes
30
Facility 30
RI AVG 47
Rank #81 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 17
Rank #38 / 90
-Administrator Susan A. Lehman15
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 8
Rank #53 / 71
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #6 / 71
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 34
Rank #16 / 71
0.9
Facility 0.9
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #7 / 71
Atria Harborhill
AL
IL
MC
RC
East Greenwich (Division Street)
99
Facility 99
RI AVG 106
Rank #56 / 109
Yes
49
Facility 49
RI AVG 47
Rank #61 / 119
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 17
Rank #38 / 90
-Diane Morris13
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 8
Rank #49 / 71
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #21 / 71
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 34
Rank #9 / 71
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #2 / 71
Charlesgate Senior Living Center
AL
IL
Providence (Mount Hope)
60
Facility 60
RI AVG 106
Rank #88 / 109
Yes
83
Facility 83
RI AVG 47
Rank #10 / 119
-
50
Facility 50
RI AVG 17
Rank #3 / 90
A+Lauren Yabut18
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 8
Rank #58 / 71
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #40 / 71
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 34
Rank #18 / 71
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #2 / 71
Anchor Bay at Pocasset
AL
IL
MC
RC
Johnston
75
Facility 75
RI AVG 106
Rank #72 / 109
Yes
58
Facility 58
RI AVG 47
Rank #48 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 17
Rank #63 / 90
-Robin Pimental9
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 8
Rank #39 / 71
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #6 / 71
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 34
Rank #18 / 71
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #24 / 71
Blenheim-Newport
AL
MC
RC
Middletown (Newport East)
126
Facility 126
RI AVG 106
Rank #37 / 109
Yes
39
Facility 39
RI AVG 47
Rank #66 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 17
Rank #21 / 90
C-Administrator Christopher Peckham12
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 8
Rank #45 / 71
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #47 / 71
25
Facility 25
RI AVG 34
Rank #44 / 71
2.1
Facility 2.1
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #35 / 71
Atria Lincoln Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lincoln
115
Facility 115
RI AVG 106
Rank #48 / 109
Yes
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 47
Rank #65 / 119
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 17
Rank #38 / 90
-Diane Morris15
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 8
Rank #53 / 71
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #40 / 71
17
Facility 17
RI AVG 34
Rank #24 / 71
1.1
Facility 1.1
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #11 / 71
Brookdale Centre of New England
AL
MC
Coventry
160
Facility 160
RI AVG 106
Rank #19 / 109
Yes
27
Facility 27
RI AVG 47
Rank #84 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
RI AVG 17
Rank #5 / 90
A+Adminstrator Thomas Gaccione16
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 8
Rank #58 / 71
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #47 / 71
32
Facility 32
RI AVG 34
Rank #51 / 71
2.0
Facility 2.0
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #31 / 71
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Overview of Greenwich Farms at Warwick

Based in the welcoming neighborhood of Warwick, RI, the Greenwich Farms at Warwick is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose from a variety of accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio. In terms of memory care, residents can receive personalized, 24/7 needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment and other thoughtfully designed programs based on the immediate needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Short-term stays with personalized services are also available for respite care.

The community offers excellent amenities and services to maximize its residents’ living experience. These include inspired dining with delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals, concierge services like transportation assistance, and beautifully made shared spaces like patios with grills and landscaped gardens. Participate in a full calendar of activities to boost wellness and engagement. The Greenwich Farms at Warwick proudly stands as a premier senior living community for senior living.

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Overview of Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard

Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard is a 128-bed, mid-rise residential care community at 353 Blackstone Boulevard in Providence, Rhode Island. Operating for 39 years, it serves the local area as an established residential option. It’s in a car-dependent neighborhood where most errands demand a vehicle, though the facility administered by Valerie Jean Houshar is car-accessible from surrounding areas.

State inspection data show that quality assurance, food service practices, and medication management have been themes of regulatory focus. Such areas mirror compliance priorities that Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard is actively addressing.

Visiting in person, for families considering placement, is an efficient way to learn about specific care services, housing options, dining programs, and daily activities at the facility.

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Overview of Charlesgate Nursing Center

Resting in the vibrant city of Providence, Rhode Island, the esteemed Charlesgate Nursing Center stands as a beacon of excellence in senior care. For close to half a century, this distinguished community has earned the admiration and trust of families and seniors alike. From skilled nursing assistance to independent living, the community offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet diverse needs. A specialized secured area is dedicated to dementia care, providing residents with a safe and supportive environment. 
Committed to accessibility and affordability, Charlesgate Nursing Center offers a variety of programs designed to accommodate residents from different walks of life. Reasonable fees and income-based programs make quality care accessible to all, fostering an inclusive environment. The community’s comprehensive service package includes utilities, medication administration and storage, assistance with daily living activities, regular housekeeping, and personalized laundry assistance, among other thoughtful amenities.

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Overview of Ethan Place Assisted Living

Ethan Place Assisted Living has continuously been practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors; they strive to make a difference in the lives of seniors. The beautiful community has been a home of possibilities for seniors who want to discover the purpose in their lives that they have been searching for. At Ethan Place, seniors are ensured to feel inspired to fulfill a purposeful life in a home that fully supports their interests.
Residents will find a vibrant experience through accommodations in spacious lounge areas, a library, a fitness center, and a gazebo – among many others. Their essential services include wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes, ground-floor units, and recreational activities.

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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.

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Darlington Memory Lane

1081 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904
Overview of Darlington Memory Lane

Located a few miles from The Miriam Hospital, Darlington Memory Lane serves residents in North Providence, Rhode Island. The community provides assisted living and memory care across two nearby buildings. Its layout uses small, close neighborhoods for residents who need memory support. The design creates a secure, home-like setting instead of one large open floor plan.

Darlington Memory Lane has 78 beds across private and semi-private rooms. Its size may appeal to families who want a mid-sized community with a more personal feel. The community has operated for 15 years and supports residents with dementia and related memory conditions. Margaret Bubis oversees daily operations as administrator.

Transportation, organized fitness programs, and recreational activities are available to residents. The Walk Score of the neighborhood around this property is 57. There are also more amenities close by, and some errands and outings are walkable. It can easily be combined with a short walk or an errand for visiting families.

Rhode Island Department of Health inspectors have reviewed several care and safety areas. Reviews have covered incident reporting timelines, resident handling, safety protocols, medication storage, and dietary planning for memory care. Past inspections also included resident supervision and staffing licensure.

Families considering Darlington Memory Lane should ask about current safety and supervision practices. Those areas are especially important for residents living with memory loss. Darlington Memory Lane is best for families seeking secured memory care within an assisted living setting. Its smaller design and dementia-focused programs offer another choice beyond a large general senior living campus.

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Smithfield Woods

171 Pleasant View Ave, Smithfield, RI 02917
Overview of Smithfield Woods

Sister home of Chapel Hill, Smithfield Woods offers one of the trusted assisted living and memory care communities in the area. The senior living community offers a stimulating and engaging environment where residents thrive and be better versions of themselves. Management and staff are dedicated to accommodating everyone on their mental and physical abilities. Many of the services provided are centered on personalized care services that focus on comfort and comprehensive care.

As a member of the Meridian Senior Living Community, the lifestyle at Smithfield Woods includes 24-hour personal care, 24/7 nursing services, and medication management. Other services include essential housekeeping, laundry, and transportation.

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Overview of Darlington Assisted Living

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.

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Overview of Winslow Gardens

Nestled within a serene residential area of East Providence, Winslow Gardens stands as a vibrant senior living community offering a range of living options, including Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, and Continuing Care Communities. This 10-story apartment community is dedicated to providing housing and services for older adults.

At Winslow Gardens, the compassionate philosophy of treating each resident as a valued family member guides their levels of care. With a history of service to Greater East Providence since 1971, the community prioritizes high-quality, personalized care that respects the unique needs and desires of each individual. Residents of Winslow Gardens enjoy the privacy of their own assisted living apartments, available in various sizes to accommodate one or two people. Each apartment features a well-equipped kitchenette with a stove and refrigerator, climate controls, security cameras, cable and phone connections, private bathrooms, and other amenities. This community also offers services like laundry assistance and a beauty salon, while also providing enriching activities such as weekly ecumenical religious services, a patio, an outdoor courtyard garden, and so much more. 

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Brookdale South Bay

1959 Kingstown Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Overview of Brookdale South Bay

With a capacity of 80 beds, Brookdale South Bay is an assisted living community on Kingstown Road in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, that offers personal care, respite care, and rehabilitation services. Administered by Kimberly Carlson, the community has been serving older adults for 48 years with a variety of studio and one-bedroom private apartments in a three-story setting. 24-hour nursing support is also available, and rates start at $4,635 per month.

Continuous nursing care, medical oversight, and rehabilitation services are offered to restore strength, mobility, and independence. Transportation is also provided for medical appointments and scheduled community outings.

Additionally, cooking classes, card games, social events, and excursions encourage engagement. Amenities such as a chapel, arts and crafts studio, piano, library, business center with computers, beauty and barber shop, concierge services, landscaped grounds, and gardening areas also promote comfort and recreation. The pet-friendly community also welcomes companion animals.

The surrounding neighborhood is somewhat walkable, with a walkability score of 35, allowing access to some nearby services on foot. However, transportation is generally required to complete most errands.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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 62 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.