Page 6 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.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
All American Senior Living at Warwick
AL
MC
RC
Warwick (Apponaug)
110
Facility 110
RI AVG 100
Rank #22 / 55
No
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 46
Rank #50 / 59
Shared / Studio
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 20
Rank #50 / 52
Elisabeth Lamantia
The Seasons East Greenwich
AL
MC
RC
East Greenwich
94
Facility 94
RI AVG 100
Rank #27 / 55
No
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 46
Rank #58 / 59
-
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 20
Rank #50 / 52
Haigouhi Corriveau
Carriage House at the Elms Inc the
AL
IL
MC
Westerly
50
Facility 50
RI AVG 100
Rank #50 / 55
No
19
Facility 19
RI AVG 46
Rank #46 / 59
-
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 20
Rank #32 / 52
Mark Taylor
Brentwood by the Bay Assisted Living
AL
Warwick (Chepiwanoxet)
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 100
Rank #39 / 55
No
20
Facility 20
RI AVG 46
Rank #45 / 59
-
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 20
Rank #45 / 52
Michael Mcmahon
Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing
AL
NH
RC
Cranston (Edgewood)
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 100
Rank #39 / 55
No
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 46
Rank #11 / 59
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Tamarisk Senior Living
AL
MC
Warwick
-No
47
Facility 47
RI AVG 46
Rank #30 / 59
-
24
Facility 24
RI AVG 20
Rank #20 / 52
-
Linn Health & Rehabilitation
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
East Providence (Six Corners)
84
Facility 84
RI AVG 100
Rank #32 / 55
Yes
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 46
Rank #11 / 59
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Darlington Assisted Living
AL
Pawtucket
-Yes
75
Facility 75
RI AVG 46
Rank #10 / 59
-
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 20
Rank #25 / 52
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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 All American Senior Living at Warwick

All American Senior Living at Warwick is highly regarded for its exceptional memory care services. With a focus on providing the highest quality of care, they have garnered glowing memory care reviews from residents and their families. The community is dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals with memory impairments.

In addition to their top-notch memory care services, All American Senior Living in Warwick offers a comprehensive range of amenities and activities that promote a fulfilling memory care living experience. From engaging cognitive exercises to therapeutic programs, residents can participate in meaningful activities that enhance their cognitive abilities and overall well-being. The community is thoughtfully designed to create a safe and secure environment, allowing residents to move freely and comfortably within their surroundings.

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Overview of The Seasons East Greenwich

The Seasons East Greenwich offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care is offered through the Respite Stays program as a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having assisted living and memory care in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving. The community has 94 beds and is operated by Haigouhi Corriveau.

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Overview of Carriage House at the Elms Inc The

With over 11 years of care, Carriage House at the Elms Inc. offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Westerly, RI. The community supports private living while assisting residents with their daily tasks. Licensed nurses and CNAs are also available on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing, ensuring residents have access to services whenever needed.

Those living with memory-related conditions also receive specialized memory support in a supervised environment. Moreover, the community has 50 beds, and respite care is available for short stays, which can help when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Outdoor spaces and private transportation are available features. A Trial Stay program also gives someone a short-term way to experience the community before making a longer-term decision.

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Overview of Brentwood by the Bay Assisted Living

Brentwood by the Bay Assisted Living, located in Warwick, RI, provides only one type of care, which is assisted living, and is situated in the Chepiwanoxet area. Residents receive assistance with daily essentials, including medication, bathing, and dressing.

Lodgings are available as studios or one-bedroom apartments, offering a total of 74 beds. Residents who require incontinence management have access to it, and the staffing schedule operates 24/7. Michael McMahon runs the operation. There is a salon on the premises, and outside you can find walking paths, a courtyard, gardens, and a patio that overlooks the bay.

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Overview of Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing provides nursing home, assisted living, and respite care in Cranston, RI. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Respite care offers a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The range of care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

The community is in the Edgewood neighborhood and has 74 beds, placing it in a mid-sized range. That bed count gives families a straightforward sense of how many residents the home is equipped to serve. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be reachable by a short walk, giving a resident who no longer drives the chance to get out independently.

Daily activities include coffee and news, exercise sessions, trivia, bingo, and social time. Residents have scheduled opportunities for movement, entertainment, and conversation, with religious services also available. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare applies to eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Suzanne Cesana serves as director.

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Overview of Tamarisk Senior Living

Located in Warwick, Rhode Island, The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living has built a strong reputation over 16 years for its close-knit community and exceptional care. Tamarisk offers individualized care plans to meet each resident’s unique needs, ensuring safety, security, and support while maintaining their independence and dignity. Residents enjoy farm-to-table meals prepared by talented chefs and engaging activities that promote overall well-being.

The community offers a range of assisted living apartments, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, and provides specialized care for individuals with memory care needs. Tamarisk Senior Living Residence also offers short-term respite care and adult day services, ensuring personalized care for all residents. With a skilled and compassionate staff, including memory care specialists, Tamarisk is dedicated to creating an environment where residents thrive and receive the care and accommodations they deserve.

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Overview of Linn Health & Rehabilitation

Linn Health & Rehabilitation provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in the Six Corners neighborhood of East Providence, Rhode Island. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having these care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The home has 84 beds. Its 80% occupancy rate means the facility was not full when the occupancy was recorded. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families coverage through public programs or the option to pay directly.

A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently for nearby errands. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep pets in the community.

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Overview of Darlington Assisted Living

Darlington Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment, making the community a possible fit for someone who needs support but wants a private living space.

A Walk Score of 75 means most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Pets are allowed, giving residents the option to keep a pet while living at the community.

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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
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.