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Best Memory Care in Rhode Island

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 61 memory care communities in Rhode Island using Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in RI
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Jun 2026
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61 homes
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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: 107The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rhode Island. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Rhode Island

The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.

Brookdale Sakonnet Bay
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Tiverton
87
Facility 87
RI AVG 107
Rank #63 / 109
Yes
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 47
Rank #103 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
RI AVG 17
Rank #5 / 89
A+Administrator Brian Loynds11
8
Facility 8
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #36 / 78
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #6 / 78
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 34
Rank #9 / 78
0.9
Facility 0.9
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #8 / 78
Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Johnston
68
Facility 68
RI AVG 107
Rank #82 / 109
No
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 47
Rank #108 / 118
Private Rooms
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 17
Rank #8 / 89
A+Kyle M Naylor11
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #48 / 78
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #2 / 78
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 34
Rank #8 / 78
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #3 / 78
The Cedars
MC
HC
NH
RC
SNF
Cranston
156
Facility 156
RI AVG 107
Rank #20 / 109
No
26
Facility 26
RI AVG 47
Rank #84 / 118
-
25
Facility 25
RI AVG 17
Rank #26 / 89
A+-6
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #29 / 78
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #46 / 78
23
Facility 23
RI AVG 34
Rank #37 / 78
3.8
Facility 3.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #58 / 78
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
CTristi Delaroca12
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 9.2
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. Lehman15
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 9.2
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 Messina10
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 9.2
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
Atria Harborhill
MC
AL
IL
RC
East Greenwich (Division Street)
99
Facility 99
RI AVG 107
Rank #57 / 109
No
49
Facility 49
RI AVG 47
Rank #60 / 118
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 17
Rank #38 / 89
-Diane Morris13
12
Facility 12
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #52 / 78
4
Facility 4
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #21 / 78
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 34
Rank #9 / 78
0.8
Facility 0.8
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #3 / 78
Anchor Bay at Pocasset
MC
AL
IL
RC
Johnston
75
Facility 75
RI AVG 107
Rank #73 / 109
Yes
58
Facility 58
RI AVG 47
Rank #47 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 17
Rank #62 / 89
-Robin Pimental9
9
Facility 9
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #43 / 78
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #6 / 78
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 34
Rank #16 / 78
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #25 / 78
Brightview Commons in Wakefield
MC
AL
IL
South Kingstown
88
Facility 88
RI AVG 107
Rank #62 / 109
No
33
Facility 33
RI AVG 47
Rank #75 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
RI AVG 17
Rank #32 / 89
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Blenheim-Newport
MC
AL
RC
Middletown (Newport East)
126
Facility 126
RI AVG 107
Rank #37 / 109
Yes
39
Facility 39
RI AVG 47
Rank #65 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 17
Rank #22 / 89
CAdministrator Christopher Peckham12
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #48 / 78
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #52 / 78
25
Facility 25
RI AVG 34
Rank #44 / 78
2.1
Facility 2.1
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #35 / 78
Atria Aquidneck Place
MC
AL
IL
RC
Portsmouth
97
Facility 97
RI AVG 107
Rank #59 / 109
No
10
Facility 10
RI AVG 47
Rank #105 / 118
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 17
Rank #38 / 89
-Diane Morris10
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #32 / 78
5
Facility 5
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #36 / 78
17
Facility 17
RI AVG 34
Rank #22 / 78
1.7
Facility 1.7
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #25 / 78
Brookdale Centre of New England
MC
AL
Coventry
160
Facility 160
RI AVG 107
Rank #19 / 109
No
27
Facility 27
RI AVG 47
Rank #83 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
RI AVG 17
Rank #5 / 89
A+Adminstrator Thomas Gaccione16
15
Facility 15
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #62 / 78
7
Facility 7
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #52 / 78
32
Facility 32
RI AVG 34
Rank #53 / 78
2.0
Facility 2.0
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #32 / 78
Atria Lincoln Place
MC
AL
IL
RC
Lincoln
115
Facility 115
RI AVG 107
Rank #49 / 109
Yes
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 47
Rank #64 / 118
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
RI AVG 17
Rank #38 / 89
-Diane Morris15
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #56 / 78
6
Facility 6
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #46 / 78
17
Facility 17
RI AVG 34
Rank #22 / 78
1.1
Facility 1.1
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #12 / 78
Greenwich Farms at Warwick
MC
AL
RC
Warwick
181
Facility 181
RI AVG 107
Rank #7 / 109
Yes
37
Facility 37
RI AVG 47
Rank #68 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 17
Rank #22 / 89
CLinda Silveira11
11
Facility 11
RI AVG 9.2
Rank #48 / 78
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 6.9
Rank #6 / 78
13
Facility 13
RI AVG 34
Rank #11 / 78
1.2
Facility 1.2
RI AVG 2.6
Rank #16 / 78
Friendly Home
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Woonsocket (Rhodes Avenue)
126
Facility 126
RI AVG 107
Rank #37 / 109
No
24
Facility 24
RI AVG 47
Rank #87 / 118
Private Rooms
42
Facility 42
RI AVG 17
Rank #8 / 89
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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.

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Overview of Victoria Court Memory Care

Victoria Court Memory Care is one of the finest assisted living memory care communities located in the serene community of Cranston, Rhode Island. This community is truly ideal for individuals with memory impairment, providing the best assisted living for dementia and Alzheimer’s care within a secure and comforting atmosphere. Residents can have peace of mind while also enjoying 24-hour assistance. The commitment to excellence extends to the memory care qualifications, ensuring the staff is well-equipped to provide specialized care for individuals with memory impairment.

It is a home where residents can thrive and find their needed support. World-class amenities await them, offering chef-prepared dining and countless opportunities for enrichment. The community also accommodates guests into their respite care program, ensuring caregivers can take a break while their loved ones receive high-quality assistance. The homelike environment, beauty salon and barber services, free parking, library, and unique outdoor spaces enhance the living experience. It’s worth mentioning that Victoria Court Memory Care is pet-friendly, allowing residents to enjoy the companionship of their beloved four-legged friends.

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Chapel Hill

10 Old Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864
Overview of Chapel Hill

An outstanding senior living community set in the peaceful neighborhood of Old Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland, RI, Chapel Hill Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Enjoy your golden years in comfort and elegance in a wide array of studio, and one-bedroom floor plans. Seniors ease their worries and live their lives to the fullest with exceptional care and support from a team of experienced and highly qualified professionals.

Interact with people with the same interests and cherish personal time with energizing programs and exciting events. Committed to enhancing residents’ well-being, the community serves healthy and tasty meals satisfying nutritional needs and tastes. With its scenic landscapes and fabulous amenities, Chapel Hill Senior Living is a great place for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of The Seasons East Greenwich

The Seasons East Greenwich is a recently opened nursing home in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, that focuses on serving residents who need skilled nursing care. Located at 5 Saint Elizabeth Way, this 94-bed community also provides respite stays for those recovering from hospitalizations or transitions in care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families multiple pathways for coverage.

With a commitment to hands-on care, the community’s staffing model includes a total nursing support averaging 5 hours and 24 minutes per resident per day and nurse aides with an additional 4 hours and 28 minutes. This reflects a level of support that is substantial for a nursing home and translates to consistent daily oversight and assistance. The community also serves a mix of short-term rehabilitation residents and those with long-term care needs, as reflected in its average length of stay of 102 days.

Highlighting a focus on Culinary Excellence, the community indicates attention to dining quality. Since the community is still relatively new, its amenities and services are continuously improving. So, families are encouraged to tour the community to see its physical environment, meet staff, and see how its programs can match their needs.

With a car-dependent location in East Greenwich, owning a vehicle will be beneficial for families for regular visits or errands. Interested families are also encouraged to inquire about programs, activities, and availability to ensure that The Seasons can meet their needs and preferences.

Contact The Seasons East Greenwich

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.

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Darlington Memory Lane

1081 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, RI 02904
Overview of Darlington Memory Lane

Darlington Memory Lane offers an assisted living community tailored to seniors with memory care needs. Located in Cranston, Rhode Island, their program is thoughtfully crafted to provide a secure and nurturing environment that evokes the warmth of home.

Spanning two nearby buildings, Memory Lane accommodates 78 beds, strategically divided to create small, intimate neighborhoods. This thoughtful layout fosters a sense of community and belonging, enriching the lives of residents in this unique memory care environment. At Darlington Memory Lane, a dedicated team of professionals is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents and ensuring their well-being. The atmosphere is safe and therapeutic, with individualized attention to address unique human needs.

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Overview of The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare

Serving residents in Bristol, Rhode Island, The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare is a skilled nursing facility owned by Rhode Island Healthcare Holdco. The home serves residents who need intensive rehabilitation, longer-term nursing care, or respite services. Families can choose among Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover both short-term post-acute care and ongoing skilled nursing care. The location has a Walk Score of 63, which means the surrounding area has some accessible amenities for visiting family members.

The 133-bed home has a strong rehabilitation focus. There are dedicated rehabilitation services and discharge planning support. This makes it a great option for residents recovering from surgery, a fall, or an acute illness. Residents stay an average of 107 days, which is a mix of post-acute rehabilitation residents working toward recovery and those needing ongoing nursing care. With an occupancy rate of 89 percent, the community is nearing full capacity.

Daily nursing support is substantial, averaging more than 4 hours per resident each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide hands-on care throughout each shift. The level of staffing supports assistance with daily activities, medication management, and clinical monitoring. The home also offers a secure dementia unit for residents with memory care needs. There are also hospice and respite services for families seeking short-term relief or end-of-life support.

Private room options, Wi-Fi throughout the building, on-site laundry services, and a robust activities program support residents’ daily engagement. The facility has been operating for 5 years. It serves the Bristol area with a focus on rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. Inspection reviews have shown that earlier operational concerns were addressed and resolved.

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Smithfield Woods

171 Pleasant View Ave, Smithfield, RI 02917
Overview of Smithfield Woods

Sister home of Chapel Hill, Smithfield Woods offers one of the trusted assisted living and memory care communities in the area. The senior living community offers a stimulating and engaging environment where residents thrive and be better versions of themselves. Management and staff are dedicated to accommodating everyone on their mental and physical abilities. Many of the services provided are centered on personalized care services that focus on comfort and comprehensive care.

As a member of the Meridian Senior Living Community, the lifestyle at Smithfield Woods includes 24-hour personal care, 24/7 nursing services, and medication management. Other services include essential housekeeping, laundry, and transportation.

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Overview of St Antoine Residence

Serving residents in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, St. Antoine Residence is a nursing home operated by owner Laura Dos Santos. The community provides a full continuum of care. It admits residents for short-term rehabilitation after a hospital stay or surgery, longer-term nursing care, and specialized memory care. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover care costs.

The 180-bed community operates at a moderate occupancy rate of 58%. Residents stay an average of 121 days, including short-term post-acute residents and those in longer-term placements. The facility is organized into distinct neighborhoods. The Villa serves assisted living residents, Primrose Lane provides secure memory care, Easy Street focuses on short-term rehabilitation, and the Residence supports long-term care. The structure matches residents with the setting that best fits their needs.

Staffing follows a 24-hour model. Residents receive an average of 4 hours and 38 minutes of nursing care each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide clinical care and daily support. Rehabilitation services and respite care are also available for families who need temporary care while a loved one recovers at home.

The home’s location in North Smithfield is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 5. Most errands and outings require transportation. Dining services focus on nutritious meals prepared and served within the community.

State inspections over the past five years have reviewed areas such as clinical documentation, physician orders, nursing practices, infection control, food safety, and fall prevention. Families considering the community should ask how these programs and procedures are managed daily.

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Overview of The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence

Located in Warwick, Rhode Island, The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living has built a strong reputation over the course of 16 years, offering a close-knit community and exceptional care. Tamarisk ensures the safety, security, and support of its residents, allowing them to maintain independence, dignity, and agency. Individualized care plans are crafted to meet each resident’s unique needs and desires, ensuring a personalized experience.

This assisted living community takes pride in providing farm-to-table meals prepared by talented chefs, promoting a healthy and nutritious dining experience. Additionally, a variety of engaging activity programs are offered to stimulate residents’ minds and enhance their overall well-being. This care facility also offers a range of assisted living apartments, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom spaces. The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk is dedicated to creating an environment where residents can thrive and enjoy the care and accommodations they truly deserve.

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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 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.

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 61 memory care communities in Rhode Island. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.