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Best Independent Living in Providence, RI

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Rhode Island Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $2,692
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $1,003 - $3,513
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

Compare Independent Living around Providence (Metro Area)

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Charlesgate Senior Living Center
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.

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 (Mount Hope)
60
Facility 60
RI AVG 107
Rank #89 / 109
Yes
83
Facility 83
RI AVG 47
Rank #10 / 118
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50
Facility 50
RI AVG 18
Rank #3 / 85
A+ Lauren Yabut 18
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 8.9
Rank #61 / 77
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 6.7
Rank #47 / 77
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 31.6
Rank #16 / 77
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.7
Rank #3 / 77
Saint Elizabeth Apartments for Seniors & Mobility-Impaired
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.

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 (Federal Hill)
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95
Facility 95
RI AVG 47
Rank #2 / 118
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Overview of Charlesgate Senior Living Center

Charlesgate Senior Living Center has a devoted team that strives to enrich the lives of seniors by providing excellent assisted-living services. They understand that seniors often face home maintenance challenges and they are there to help alleviate those difficulties while creating a life full of opportunities for joy, new friendships, and authentic happiness. The center offers reasonable fees, medication administration, medical and supportive services, dietary services, and much more. 

With 24-hour staff availability, on-site registered nurses, regular housekeeping, and personal laundry assistance, residents can relax knowing their safety and comfort are taken care of. Moreover, the center features common areas like the activity space and reading room for residents to enjoy. Charlesgate is a community that families can rely on, with their affordable private pay rates and income-based programs, seniors can experience a high-quality lifestyle without worrying about excessive fees.

Contact Charlesgate Senior Living Center

Overview of Saint Elizabeth Apartments for Seniors & Mobility-impaired

Conveniently surrounded by delightful local amenities in Providence, RI, Saint Elizabeth Apartments for Seniors & Mobility-Impaired is a specially designed community that offers independent living. Featuring beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations, the community strives to provide residents with a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle. This non-profit community strives to maintain affordability, so residents can downsize in retirement without hassles.

The community also provides the Support and Services at Home (SASH) program to meet residents’ special needs at home. Transportation services for groceries, trips, and errands are also available for residents’ convenience. Residents enjoy their independence in retirement with the community’s cozy amenities and friendly setting.

Contact Saint Elizabeth Apartments for Seniors & Mobility-Impaired

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 Independent Living in Providence, RI

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2 independent living communities in Providence, RI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Providence, RI?

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 Providence, RI, 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 independent living communities in Providence, RI?

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.