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Best Nursing Homes in North Kingstown, RI

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026

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

2 facilities compared · CMS & RI Dept. of Health data

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Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

North Kingstown
120
Facility 120
RI AVG 111
Rank #42 / 109
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
RI AVG 83.7%
Rank #47 / 63
-7%
3.81
Facility 3.81
RI AVG 4.01
Rank #33 / 56
-29%-5%
$29.0k
Facility $29.0k
RI AVG $97.5k
Rank #24 / 58
20
Facility 20
RI AVG 28.1
Rank #17 / 58
2.9
Facility 2.9
RI AVG 3.5
Rank #13 / 58
2
Facility 2
RI AVG 3.2
92
1
Facility 1
RI AVG 49
Rank #117 / 118
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$14.5M
Facility $14.5M
RI AVG $14.1M
Rank #28 / 60
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
RI AVG $5.9M
Rank #37 / 60
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
RI AVG 43.7%
Rank #47 / 60
415071
Bayview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Scalabrini
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

North Kingstown
120
Facility 120
RI AVG 111
Rank #42 / 109
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
RI AVG 83.7%
Rank #47 / 63
-7%
3.19
Facility 3.19
RI AVG 4.01
Rank #50 / 56
+56%-20%
$27.9k
Facility $27.9k
RI AVG $97.5k
Rank #23 / 58
27
Facility 27
RI AVG 28.1
Rank #30 / 58
4.5
Facility 4.5
RI AVG 3.5
Rank #50 / 58
3
Facility 3
RI AVG 3.2
110
26
Facility 26
RI AVG 49
Rank #84 / 118
Nfr 2020 Irrevocable Trust
$15.7M
Facility $15.7M
RI AVG $14.1M
Rank #23 / 60
$8.3M
Facility $8.3M
RI AVG $5.9M
Rank #30 / 60
53%
Facility 53%
RI AVG 43.7%
Rank #39 / 60
415063
Overview of Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of North Kingston, Rhode Island, Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a distinguished senior care provider that offers comprehensive clinical service, including respite stays, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term skilled nursing care. The community takes on a well-rounded approach to care and care plans, with members of each resident’s care team working closely to provide individual and focused attention. Lakeside’s convenient location provides immediate access to local hospitals, as well as emergency care, should it be required, providing residents peace of mind.

Helping residents to maintain an active and engaged lifestyle, Lakeside conducts an array of social and recreational activities and programs, overseen by their dedicated activities director. The community also provides multiple additional services that enhance the wellbeing of their residents, including dental care, podiatry care, ophthalmology care, mental health care, and more. With their comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as their state of the art rehabilitation gym, residents are sure to recover their strengths and get back to doing the things they love as quickly as possible.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of South County Eden Operations LLC Dba Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation
Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed skilled-nursing facility located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. It offers a full continuum of care, including short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. The facility is committed to providing compassionate support and personalized therapy to help residents recover and maintain their quality of life.

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Overview of Bayview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Scalabrini
Bayview Rehabilitation at Scalabrini is a skilled nursing facility located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. It offers a comprehensive continuum of skilled nursing care including orthopedic rehabilitation, wound care, and dementia care. The facility is known for its warm and welcoming setting, helping ease the transition from hospital to home.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in North Kingstown, RI

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Rhode Island?

Assisted living in Rhode Island is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Rhode Island Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Rhode Island Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 3 nursing homes in North Kingstown, RI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in North Kingstown, 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 North Kingstown, 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 nursing homes in North Kingstown, 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.