Best Memory Care in East Providence, RI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 memory care providers in East Providence, RI using RI Dept. of Health (RIDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in RI
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We analyzed These are the providers in East Providence, RI our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in East Providence, RI. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Hattie Ide Chaffee Home
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Riverside
69
Facility 69
RI AVG 115
Rank #49 / 60
No
36
Facility 36
RI AVG 46
Rank #36 / 62
Nursing Home (69)-Barry B. Zeltzer, Ph.d., Administrator5
0
Facility 0
RI AVG 9
Rank #1 / 53
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 7.1
Rank #3 / 53
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 34
Rank #6 / 53
2.2
Facility 2.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #25 / 53
Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living
MC
ADC
AL
HC
NH
SNF
Providence (Elmwood)
72
Facility 72
RI AVG 115
Rank #47 / 60
Yes
76
Facility 76
RI AVG 46
Rank #11 / 62
-
23
Facility 23
RI AVG 17
Rank #17 / 52
Adm Margaret Connelly7
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 9
Rank #20 / 53
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 7.1
Rank #15 / 53
17
Facility 17
RI AVG 34
Rank #16 / 53
2.4
Facility 2.4
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #30 / 53
Anchor Bay at East Providence
MC
AL
RC
East Providence (Riverside)
115
Facility 115
RI AVG 115
Rank #30 / 60
Yes
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 46
Rank #55 / 62
Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 17
Rank #36 / 52
Administrator David Pendleton12
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 9
Rank #35 / 53
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 7.1
Rank #29 / 53
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 34
Rank #7 / 53
1.1
Facility 1.1
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #7 / 53
Highlands on the East Side
MC
AL
RC
Providence (Hope)
86
Facility 86
RI AVG 115
Rank #41 / 60
Yes
85
Facility 85
RI AVG 46
Rank #5 / 62
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 17
Rank #33 / 52
Concetta Dicenzo17
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 9
Rank #43 / 53
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 7.1
Rank #34 / 53
27
Facility 27
RI AVG 34
Rank #31 / 53
1.6
Facility 1.6
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #16 / 53
Orchard View Manor
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
East Providence (Riverside)
166
Facility 166
RI AVG 115
Rank #10 / 60
Yes
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 46
Rank #56 / 62
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 17
Rank #28 / 52
Morenike Adeoye Administrator65
55
Facility 55
RI AVG 9
Rank #53 / 53
38
Facility 38
RI AVG 7.1
Rank #53 / 53
161
Facility 161
RI AVG 34
Rank #53 / 53
2.5
Facility 2.5
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #32 / 53
Linn Health & Rehabilitation
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
East Providence (Six Corners)
84
Facility 84
RI AVG 115
Rank #42 / 60
Yes
74
Facility 74
RI AVG 46
Rank #12 / 62
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other RI memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for East Providence. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Hattie Ide Chaffee Home

Hattie Ide Chaffe is where a vibrant lifestyle surrounds its residents. The non-profit skilled nursing community creates an open space for seniors to live on their terms and where dedicated professionals are more than willing to follow through with the resident’s needs– whatever they may be. Seniors are encouraged to maintain an active lifestyle where endless possibilities await exploring.

Hattie Ide’s results-driven approach is centered on meeting the holistic wellness of each resident. Seniors can immerse themselves in comprehensive services that help with recovery and relaxation– specialized programs, social activities, and professional rehabilitative services for short-term respite stays. 

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Overview of Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living

Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living is a vibrant and modern senior community located in the heart of Providence, Rhode Island, where seniors can enjoy beautifully designed living spaces and exceptional care from a team of registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, and culinary professionals at an affordable cost.

Their respite stays in fully furnished apartments offer temporary relief for caregivers. At the same time, their amenities include hairdressing services, a gorgeous courtyard, daily refreshments, and weekly shopping trips in their comfortable passenger bus. The community also offers a wide range of activities, such as spiritual care, pet therapy, craft classes, live musical performances, and more. The culinary department also hosts various events like bacon club, summer cookouts, wine and cheese hour, and other exciting activities.

Contact Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living

Overview of Anchor Bay at East Providence

Anchor Bay at East Providence offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in East Providence, RI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private room. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

All three care types are available on one campus, so a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain there rather than move to another community. Anchor Bay has 115 beds in the Riverside neighborhood. Pets are allowed, and David Pendleton serves as administrator, so a resident can keep a pet during their stay.

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Overview of Highlands on the East Side

Nestled in a vibrant and diverse neighborhood, Highlands on the East Side is a true gem in the world of assisted living and memory care. Their highly skilled staff and stunning ambiance make it a place you can truly call home. The common spaces are not only comfortable and inviting but also designed to engage the mind, body, and spirit, creating beautiful moments every day. With a variety of floorplans to choose from, you can enjoy maintenance-free living and even bring your furry friend along.

Highlands also welcomes those seeking short-term stays, providing respite care in a pet-friendly environment. The community has thoughtfully designed outdoor common areas and recreational spaces such as a game room, arts and crafts center, and even a theater room with a piano for music enthusiasts. Overall, Highlands on the East Side is a secure community with a unique character where residents can truly thrive and experience hassle-free living.

Contact Highlands on the East Side

Overview of Orchard View Manor

Orchard View Manor is a nursing home in East Providence, RI, offering hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident living with dementia.

Hospice care focuses on comfort and support at the end of life. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, so the range of services may suit a resident who needs nursing support, dementia supervision, end of life care, or temporary care.

Orchard View Manor has 166 beds, accommodating more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Private rooms house one resident, while semi private rooms are shared.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay; private pay allows a family to fund care directly.

Total nurse staffing is 5h 11m per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time allocated per resident. Short term rehabilitation is available for a temporary recovery period after illness or injury.

Life Enrichment Programming and Substance Use Supportive Services are also available. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet, and Morenike Adeoye serves as administrator.

Contact Orchard View Manor

Overview of Linn Health & Rehabilitation

Linn Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home that costs at an affordable rate. Tranquility surrounds your environment with a family-like atmosphere, contributing to an inspiring and relaxing experience in the nurturing home. Professionalism and compassion cover the background with a family-like atmosphere, contributing to an inspiring and comfortable experience in the nurturing, home-like surroundings.

Linn Health and Rehab offers life enrichment activities to personal care services delivered by their professional caregivers and 24/7 nurse staff, seniors experience the compassionate care given to them. Other benefits include housekeeping, ADLs, medication management, social activities, and specialized programs.

Contact Linn Health & Rehabilitation

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 Memory Care in East Providence, RI

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.

Does Rhode Island Medicaid cover memory care?

Rhode Island Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 6 memory care communities in East Providence, RI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in East 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 East 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 memory care communities in East 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.

Memory Care in East Providence at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in East Providence, RI. 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 East Providence, RI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90