Page 4 of Best Assisted Living in Rhode Island

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 58 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Victoria Court Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
RC
Cranston
65
Facility 65
RI AVG 100
Rank #44 / 55
Yes
72
Facility 72
RI AVG 46
Rank #15 / 59
-
30
Facility 30
RI AVG 20
Rank #14 / 52
A+Administrator Rhodaporn Smith17
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 9
Rank #32 / 47
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #43 / 47
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 34
Rank #37 / 47
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #23 / 47
Stillwater Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Community
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Greenville
80
Facility 80
RI AVG 100
Rank #34 / 55
No
19
Facility 19
RI AVG 46
Rank #46 / 59
-
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 20
Rank #42 / 52
-Administrator6
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 9
Rank #4 / 47
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #5 / 47
22
Facility 22
RI AVG 34
Rank #29 / 47
3.7
Facility 3.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #44 / 47
Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard
AL
IL
MC
Providence
128
Facility 128
RI AVG 100
Rank #13 / 55
Yes
18
Facility 18
RI AVG 46
Rank #49 / 59
-
39
Facility 39
RI AVG 20
Rank #7 / 52
B-Administrator Valerie Jean Houshar18
18
Facility 18
RI AVG 9
Rank #43 / 47
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #44 / 47
36
Facility 36
RI AVG 34
Rank #41 / 47
2.0
Facility 2.0
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #30 / 47
Highlands on the East Side
AL
MC
RC
Providence (Hope)
86
Facility 86
RI AVG 100
Rank #30 / 55
Yes
85
Facility 85
RI AVG 46
Rank #2 / 59
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 20
Rank #34 / 52
-Concetta Dicenzo17
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 9
Rank #37 / 47
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #32 / 47
27
Facility 27
RI AVG 34
Rank #35 / 47
1.6
Facility 1.6
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #22 / 47
Brookdale South Bay
AL
SNF
Wakefield
57
Facility 57
RI AVG 100
Rank #48 / 55
Yes
73
Facility 73
RI AVG 46
Rank #14 / 59
-
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 20
Rank #26 / 52
-Administrator Kimberly Carlson7
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 9
Rank #1 / 47
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #16 / 47
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 34
Rank #14 / 47
2.0
Facility 2.0
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #30 / 47
Village at Waterman Lake-LP
AL
IL
MC
Greenville
178
Facility 178
RI AVG 100
Rank #6 / 55
No
19
Facility 19
RI AVG 46
Rank #46 / 59
-
35
Facility 35
RI AVG 20
Rank #11 / 52
-Jessica Frisone11
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 9
Rank #32 / 47
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #16 / 47
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 34
Rank #10 / 47
1.2
Facility 1.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #14 / 47
Smithfield Woods
AL
MC
RC
Smithfield (Greenville)
140
Facility 140
RI AVG 100
Rank #11 / 55
Yes
37
Facility 37
RI AVG 46
Rank #35 / 59
Studio / 1 Bed
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 20
Rank #47 / 52
-Brittany Tremblay25
26
Facility 26
RI AVG 9
Rank #46 / 47
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #47 / 47
46
Facility 46
RI AVG 34
Rank #44 / 47
1.8
Facility 1.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #27 / 47
Ethan Place Assisted Living
AL
Warwick
32
Facility 32
RI AVG 100
Rank #52 / 55
No
62
Facility 62
RI AVG 46
Rank #21 / 59
-
39
Facility 39
RI AVG 20
Rank #9 / 52
-Administrator Stephanie A Robey9
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 9
Rank #15 / 47
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #36 / 47
23
Facility 23
RI AVG 34
Rank #30 / 47
2.6
Facility 2.6
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #40 / 47
Darlington Memory Lane
AL
MC
North Providence
78
Facility 78
RI AVG 100
Rank #36 / 55
No
57
Facility 57
RI AVG 46
Rank #25 / 59
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
16
Facility 16
RI AVG 20
Rank #24 / 52
-Margaret Bubis Administrator30
28
Facility 28
RI AVG 9
Rank #47 / 47
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #44 / 47
37
Facility 37
RI AVG 34
Rank #42 / 47
1.2
Facility 1.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #14 / 47
Tockwotton on the Waterfront
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
East Providence
117
Facility 117
RI AVG 100
Rank #18 / 55
Yes
59
Facility 59
RI AVG 46
Rank #22 / 59
-
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 20
Rank #34 / 52
-Michaela Mckay15
16
Facility 16
RI AVG 9
Rank #42 / 47
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 5.7
Rank #42 / 47
23
Facility 23
RI AVG 34
Rank #30 / 47
1.5
Facility 1.5
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #21 / 47

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other RI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 58 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Victoria Court Memory Care

Victoria Court Memory Care offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Cranston, RI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space, whereas independent living is for private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care types may make Victoria Court Memory Care a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time, because care can continue within the same community. The community has 65 beds, and pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet there. Rhodaporn Smith serves as the administrator. With a Walk Score of 72, the area is very walkable, and most errands are possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently for nearby errands.

Contact Victoria Court Memory Care

Overview of Stillwater Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Community

Stillwater Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Community offers nursing home care, assisted living, skilled nursing, and respite care in Greenville, Rhode Island. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing support for residents who need a higher level of care. Having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Respite care provides a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 80 beds and offers private rooms, so residents do not share a room. That is a meaningful detail for someone who values personal space.

Fine dining, recreational therapies, and beauty and barber services are available within the community. Residents can take part in structured activities, use on site dining services, and receive personal grooming without leaving the home. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation provide therapy during a temporary recovery stay.

Medicare may apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay. Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, while private pay allows a family to pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 26 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Contact Stillwater Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Community

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.

Contact Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard

Overview of Highlands on the East Side

Highlands on the East Side offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Providence, RI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Highlands on the East Side has 86 beds, with studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. The two bedroom option can suit a couple moving together.

The community is in the Hope neighborhood and has a Walk Score of 85, meaning the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be reachable by a short walk. Chef prepared meals are served daily, with a private dining room and café bistro available for dining and snacks. A salon, outdoor patios and gardens, scheduled transportation, and rehabilitation services provide personal care services, outdoor space, organized rides, and rehabilitation within the community’s offerings. Pets are allowed, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs in navigating the setting. Highlands on the East Side may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living or memory care now and may need a different level of support over time.

Contact Highlands on the East Side

Overview of Brookdale South Bay

With a 57-bed capacity, Brookdale South Bay offers assisted living and skilled nursing in Wakefield, RI. Licensed nurses and CNAs provide continuous clinical support, along with 24-hour staffing. The community also accommodates short-term stays with respite care, giving their primary caregivers time to rest.

Its starting price is $4,635, giving families a baseline for the monthly cost of residence. Rehabilitation services are also available to provide recovery support to help improve residents’ ability to function. Moreover, housekeeping, linen services, and utilities are available for convenience.

Restaurant-style meals include options for dietary needs, while a salon, transportation, and the EngagementPlus activity program provide dining, personal care, outings, and scheduled events on-site. Pets are allowed. Kimberly Carlson serves as the administrator.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 73 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

Starting Price $4,635/Month

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Overview of Village at Waterman Lake-LP

Village at Waterman Lake LP provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Greenville, RI. Independent living allows for private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. The community has 178 beds. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away or time to recover.

Residents can spend time in the pub, use the putting green, or read in the well stocked libraries. Scheduled activities and programs add organized ways to spend time on site. Dining rooms serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with seasonal menus, a full breakfast each day, and a Sunday brunch buffet. Chauffeured transportation is available for residents who need arranged rides.

Contact Village at Waterman Lake-LP

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.

Starting Price $4,450/Month

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Overview of Ethan Place Assisted Living

Ethan Place Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Warwick, RI, with 32 beds. Assisted living here includes help with daily routines, including medication administration, while residents live in a residential setting. Its size may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting.

The community has 18 private rooms and 6 semi-private rooms. A private room provides individual living space, while a semi-private room is shared, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs. Ethan Place opened in 1963, and Stephanie A Robey serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby trips independently.

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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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Overview of Tockwotton on the Waterfront

Operating since 2017, Tockwotton on the Waterfront provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and skilled nursing in East Providence, RI. The community provides continuous clinical support with nursing services on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing. For families seeking temporary relief, respite services are also available. Its secure and supervised setting accommodates residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

The home has 117 beds, with total nurse staffing of 5 hours and 1 minute per resident per day. Comfort-focused care is also provided for terminally ill residents, while recovery support is available to improve residents’ ability to function. Residents can use the salon, fitness center, theater room, library, gardens, decks, walking paths, and outdoor terrace for al fresco dining. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring an animal companion to the community.

Starting prices are $6,350 per month for a deluxe studio, $7,500 per month for a deluxe one-bedroom, and $7,000 per month for a standard one-bedroom. Moreover, payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 59 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, although a resident who no longer drives may still need a car or ride for other errands. Michaela McKay operates the community, and Chris McGee serves as director.

$6,350/Month

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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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Assisted Living in Rhode Island at a glance

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: 46/ 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: 100The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rhode Island. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 58 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.