Compare Memory Care around Providence (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.
| Tockwotton on the Waterfront | MC AL HOS NH SNF | East Providence (Waterfront Drive) | 117
Facility
117
RI AVG
107
Rank
#48 / 109 | Yes |
59
Facility
59
RI AVG
47
Rank
#46 / 118 | - | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
17
Rank
#53 / 89 | - | Michaela Mckay | 15 | 16
Facility
16
RI AVG
8
Rank
#67 / 78 | 10
Facility
10
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#65 / 78 | 23
Facility
23
RI AVG
34
Rank
#37 / 78 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#23 / 78 |
| Steere House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | MC NH SNF | Providence (Upper South Providence) | 120
Facility
120
RI AVG
107
Rank
#42 / 109 | No |
77
Facility
77
RI AVG
47
Rank
#21 / 118 | Nursing Home (120) | - | A+ | Josh Segal | 10 | 4 | 6 | 35 | 3.5 |
| Capitol Ridge at Providence | MC AL RC | Providence (Elmhurst) | 212
Facility
212
RI AVG
107
Rank
#2 / 109 | No |
70
Facility
70
RI AVG
47
Rank
#31 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
RI AVG
17
Rank
#22 / 89 | C | Tristi Delaroca | 12 | 12
Facility
12
RI AVG
8
Rank
#52 / 78 | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#6 / 78 | 16
Facility
16
RI AVG
34
Rank
#20 / 78 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#21 / 78 |
| Atria Bay Spring Village | MC AL IL | Barrington (Bay Spring) | 148
Facility
148
RI AVG
107
Rank
#26 / 109 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
RI AVG
47
Rank
#80 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
17
Rank
#38 / 89 | - | Administrator Susan A. Lehman | 15 | 13
Facility
13
RI AVG
8
Rank
#56 / 78 | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#6 / 78 | 14
Facility
14
RI AVG
34
Rank
#15 / 78 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#8 / 78 |
| Wingate Residences on the East Side | MC AL IL | Providence (Fox Point) | 101
Facility
101
RI AVG
107
Rank
#55 / 109 | No |
83
Facility
83
RI AVG
47
Rank
#10 / 118 | - | 39
Facility
39
RI AVG
17
Rank
#10 / 89 | B- | Vincent Messina | 10 | 7
Facility
7
RI AVG
8
Rank
#35 / 78 | 4
Facility
4
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#21 / 78 | 17
Facility
17
RI AVG
34
Rank
#22 / 78 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#25 / 78 |
| Golden Crest Nursing Centre | MC HOS NH RC SNF | Providence | 152
Facility
152
RI AVG
107
Rank
#23 / 109 | No |
68
Facility
68
RI AVG
47
Rank
#34 / 118 | - | 4
Facility
4
RI AVG
17
Rank
#70 / 89 | - | - | 15 | 4
Facility
4
RI AVG
8
Rank
#29 / 78 | 9
Facility
9
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#61 / 78 | 48
Facility
48
RI AVG
34
Rank
#65 / 78 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#51 / 78 |
| Arbor Hill Assisted Living | MC AL IL | Providence (Federal Hill) | 53
Facility
53
RI AVG
107
Rank
#96 / 109 | Yes |
96
Facility
96
RI AVG
47
Rank
#1 / 118 | Studio / 1 Bed | 13
Facility
13
RI AVG
17
Rank
#43 / 89 | - | Sherry Vieira | 17 | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
8
Rank
#62 / 78 | 6
Facility
6
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#46 / 78 | 18
Facility
18
RI AVG
34
Rank
#30 / 78 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#12 / 78 |
| Elmwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | MC HOS NH PC SNF | Providence (West End) | 70
Facility
70
RI AVG
107
Rank
#80 / 109 | No |
80
Facility
80
RI AVG
47
Rank
#17 / 118 | Alzheimer's Care (34), Nursing Home (70) | 1
Facility
1
RI AVG
17
Rank
#81 / 89 | - | Administrator Erica Lewis | 5 | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
8
Rank
#20 / 78 | 4
Facility
4
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#21 / 78 | 15
Facility
15
RI AVG
34
Rank
#16 / 78 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#50 / 78 |
| Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard | MC AL IL | Providence (Blackstone Boulevard Realty Plat Historic District) | 128
Facility
128
RI AVG
107
Rank
#35 / 109 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
RI AVG
47
Rank
#99 / 118 | - | 39
Facility
39
RI AVG
17
Rank
#10 / 89 | B- | Administrator Valerie Jean Houshar | 18 | 18
Facility
18
RI AVG
8
Rank
#72 / 78 | 12
Facility
12
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#67 / 78 | 36
Facility
36
RI AVG
34
Rank
#56 / 78 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#32 / 78 |
| Chapel Hill Senior Living | MC AL RC | Cumberland | 180
Facility
180
RI AVG
107
Rank
#8 / 109 | No |
33
Facility
33
RI AVG
47
Rank
#75 / 118 | Alzheimer's Care (30) | 2
Facility
2
RI AVG
17
Rank
#78 / 89 | - | Administrator Eric Terceiro | - | - | - | - | - |
| Bannister Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | MC NH SNF | Providence (West End) | 161
Facility
161
RI AVG
107
Rank
#18 / 109 | No |
92
Facility
92
RI AVG
47
Rank
#3 / 118 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Elmhurst Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center | MC HOS NH PC RC SNF | Providence (Elmhurst) | 206
Facility
206
RI AVG
107
Rank
#4 / 109 | No |
72
Facility
72
RI AVG
47
Rank
#28 / 118 | SNF (Skilled Nursing) (12), Nursing Home (194) | 3
Facility
3
RI AVG
17
Rank
#75 / 89 | - | Administrator Lindsey Bouchard | 24 | 17
Facility
17
RI AVG
8
Rank
#69 / 78 | 19
Facility
19
RI AVG
6.9
Rank
#74 / 78 | 132
Facility
132
RI AVG
34
Rank
#77 / 78 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
RI AVG
2.6
Rank
#74 / 78 |
Located in the animated city of Providence, Rhode Island, the Bannister Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing stands as an exceptional community, brimming with innovation and a genuine sense of belonging. Bannister Center is adept at catering to the intricacies of subacute care, complex medical conditions, and cardiac rehabilitation, employing advanced techniques and modalities to ensure holistic well-being. Their tight-knit care staff is further complemented by the presence of clinical specialists on-site.
Within the warm embrace of the Bannister Center, residents are welcomed into a world of comfort and hospitality. The inviting community lounge serves as a hub of connection, fostering meaningful relationships and moments of shared joy. Additionally, the introduction of culinary therapy adds a delightful dimension, tantalizing residents’ taste buds and inviting them to savor the pleasures of food in a therapeutic and engaging manner. By harmonizing cutting-edge therapies with a warm and inclusive atmosphere, the Bannister Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing endeavors to redefine the boundaries of senior care.
Elmhurst Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, ensconced in the heart of Providence, Rhode Island, offers a haven of comfort where residents can feel at home. This welcoming facility, with 206 beds, is dedicated to offering comprehensive services, including subacute rehabilitation, transitional care, and specialized cardio-pulmonary care.
The home provides spacious private and semi-private rooms, carefully designed to create an atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation. The airy lounges and inviting outdoor patios serve as delightful retreats where residents can unwind and connect with nature. Recognizing the need for an active and engaged lifestyle, Elmhurst curates local excursions and outings, allowing residents to explore the surrounding community and experience new joys. Moreover, the availability of beauty and barber services ensures that residents can indulge in self-care and feel their best, enhancing their overall well-being.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 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 12 memory care communities in 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 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 memory care 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.
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