Page 7 of Best Senior Communities in Rhode Island

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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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
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.
The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence
SC
AL
MC
Warwick
81No 53 -22Helayne Goldstein-Ramirezadministrator10108353.5
Ethan Place Assisted Living
SC
AL
Warwick
32No 62 -38Administrator Stephanie A Robey988232.6
The Village at Waterman Lake
SC
AL
IL
MC
Greenville
30No 8 Private Pay (30)36Jessica Frisone7-3172.4
Oakland Grove Health Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Woonsocket
178No 87 -34Administrator Brian Mcguinness211619894.2
Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield
SC
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Peace Dale
80Yes 66 --Administrator Amber Grivers734314.4
Greenwood Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Warwick
130No 58 Nursing Home (130)11Administrator Michael Lopes969495.4
Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Pawtucket
154No 68 Long Term Care (119), SNF (Skilled Nursing) (3), Alzheimer's Care (23), Nursing Home (20), Private Pay (12)2Administrator Linda Barros2112161024.9
Mansion Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Central Falls
62No 91 Long Term Care (30), Nursing Home (32)-Teresa J Chopoorian1147746.7
St Antoine Residence
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
North Smithfield
180No 5 --Administrator Garrett Sullivan714304.3
Waterview Villa Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
SC
NH
East Providence (Ingrams Corner)
132Yes 54 Nursing Home (132)15Brian Brown5-4214.2
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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

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence provides assisted living and memory care in Warwick, RI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident maintains their own living space, while memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on site may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community as care requirements change.

The residence has 81 beds. A Walk Score of 53 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of The Village at Waterman Lake

The Village at Waterman Lake is the perfect place for seniors who want to enjoy a laid-back and meaningful lifestyle in Southern New England. As a locally owned community, they offer retirement, assisted living, and memory care services that cater to the specific needs of each resident. Having been in the business for over 30 years, The Village at Waterman Lake is a well-respected name in senior living services. The community is situated on a serene 31-acre hilltop, surrounded by lush woodlands and stunning gardens that create a tranquil and picturesque setting.
The ambiance of the home is delightful, and the service and amenities are top-notch, making every resident feel valued and special. The staff is exceptional, and they are always ready to provide the best care possible. One of the best things about this community is that they do not require any buy-in fees, making it a more affordable option for many seniors. They also offer different layouts of apartments that are professionally curated to fit the unique needs of each resident. With its exceptional staff, stunning natural surroundings, and top-notch amenities, this community is undeniably one of the best in Southern New England.

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Overview of Oakland Grove Health Care Center

Oakland Grove Health Care Center, in Woonsocket, RI, carries nursing home care and skilled nursing. Licensed nursing is on site for residents who need more than occasional help, and the residential track covers the ongoing care. That suits somebody needing a short rehabilitation stay, or respite while a regular caregiver is away.

Short-term rehabilitation gives a resident therapy during a temporary stay. Respite is the short-term setting a family caregiver books for a break. Plenty of those bookings come from a spouse who is willing and present but simply unable to manage a transfer from bed to chair without hurting somebody.

The Wellness Center supports on-site wellness activity. A salon means hair care gets arranged inside the building. Outdoor shaded seating is there for days with good weather.

There are 178 beds, and a resident’s day carries 3 hours and 51 minutes of nursing. Three payers are accepted here: Medicare handles a skilled stretch after a qualifying hospital stay; Medicaid takes over where personal funds run out first, and private payment covers a family paying directly. Brian McGuinness runs the building as administrator.

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Overview of Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield

Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield offers nursing home, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Peace Dale, Rhode Island. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, while respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. There are 80 beds. Subacute rehabilitation and other rehabilitation services support residents who need structured recovery care, and adult day services provide daytime care and programming for people who return home afterward.

The community may be a good fit for someone whose needs include nursing care, memory support, recovery services, or a short-term respite stay. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 47 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families two payment methods to use for eligible services and stays. A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so certain nearby destinations can be reached independently by a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet at the community. Amber Grivers serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Greenwood Center

Greenwood Center is a nursing home in Warwick, Rhode Island. It offers skilled nursing alongside hospice, palliative, and respite care, so families dealing with different kinds of medical needs can find a fit under one roof. The building sits at 1139 Main Ave, in a stretch of Warwick that scores 58 on the Walk Score index. That’s moderately walkable, meaning some errands are doable without a car and there’s a real mix of things nearby.

At 130 beds, this is a mid-to-large-sized skilled nursing facility, and it’s been operating for 11 years now. That kind of scale usually means the home is set up to handle residents who need consistent, higher-level medical attention, not just custodial support.

Registered nurses spend about 55 minutes per resident each day, and licensed practical nurses put in a similar 55 minutes. Nurse aides carry the bulk of direct time at 2 hours and 4 minutes per resident daily. Add it all up, and total nursing care comes to 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident, per day.

On the financial side, Greenwood Center takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Having all three options open means most families won’t hit a wall based on how they’re planning to cover costs. Between the respite option for short-term relief and the standard skilled nursing track, the facility’s setup points to a place built to flex across a range of resident needs rather than specialize narrowly in one.

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Overview of Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center

Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Pawtucket, RI offering hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide residential care with licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life services. Respite care provides short stays for a family whose usual caregiver needs time away or recovery, so the community may be a good fit for a household seeking temporary support.

The center has 154 beds, giving it capacity for more residents and staff than a small home. Total nurse staffing is 4h 11m per resident/day, representing the amount of nurse staffing time assigned per resident across a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage options alongside the ability to pay directly.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents using the short-term rehabilitation option, allowing recovery services to be part of the stay. A salon and spa provide personal grooming services at the center, and Linda Barros serves as administrator.

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Overview of Mansion Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Mansion Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has been a trusted provider of elderly care in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Their experienced healthcare team is dedicated to restoring each resident to their maximum function through evidence-based practices.

Whether it’s short-term rehabilitation after hospitalization or long-term stays for chronic health issues, the Mansion offers comprehensive care services tailored to meet individual needs. Additionally, they have been providing respite services for temporary assistance for over 65 years, making a positive impact on the community they serve.

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Overview of St Antoine Residence

With a 180-bed capacity, St. Antoine Residence offers nursing home care, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in North Smithfield, Rhode Island. Residents can access care around the clock with 24-hour staffing available. Moreover, the community’s multiple levels of care allow residents to stay even when their needs grow.

The residence’s named programs include Assisted Living, called The Villa, Secure Memory Care, called Primrose Lane, Short-Term Rehab, called Easy Street, and Long-Term Care, called The Residence. Through this wide range of care, the community can accommodate older adults living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, those recovering after an illness or injury, and those who require ongoing clinical oversight. Furthermore, older adults seeking a short-term stay, particularly to give their primary caregivers time away, are welcome with respite care.

Administered by Garrett Sullivan, the community sits on a 30-acre wooded lot with landscaped grounds, giving residents outdoor areas within the property. Religious services are available for those who wish to attend. It has 104 beds occupied, indicating a 58% occupancy.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families the option to use public coverage or their own funds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 36 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time available to each resident.

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Overview of Waterview Villa Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Waterview Villa Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is a nursing home in East Providence, RI, offering skilled nursing care, short term rehabilitation, long term care, and respite stays. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, while short term rehabilitation supports recovery after an illness or injury. Respite stays give a family a short term care option when the usual caregiver needs time away, and long term care serves residents who need ongoing nursing support.

The community has 132 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 27 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the amount of daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Rehabilitation services and a wellness center are available on site, so residents can receive therapy and use wellness resources without arranging transportation elsewhere. Residents may also spend time in the hair salon, outdoor patio with music, library, and sitting room. Restaurant style dining rooms serve three daily meals, including seasonal specialties. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet 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.

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  • 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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Senior Communities in Rhode Island at a glance

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: 99The 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 Senior Communities in Rhode Island

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 118 senior communities in Rhode Island. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.