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Best Nursing Homes in Woonsocket, 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.

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

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Friendly Home
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).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Woonsocket (Rhodes Avenue)
126
Facility 126
RI AVG 107
Rank #37 / 109
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
RI AVG 83.7%
Rank #25 / 63
+5%
3.82
Facility 3.82
RI AVG 4.01
Rank #33 / 56
-8%-5%
$42.4k
Facility $42.4k
RI AVG $97.5k
Rank #31 / 58
29
Facility 29
RI AVG 28.1
Rank #34 / 58
2.9
Facility 2.9
RI AVG 3.5
Rank #13 / 58
5103A+
24
Facility 24
RI AVG 47
Rank #87 / 118
Lindsey Bouchard
$17.8M
Facility $17.8M
RI AVG $14.1M
Rank #19 / 60
$11.0M
Facility $11.0M
RI AVG $5.9M
Rank #12 / 60
61.8%
Facility 61.8%
RI AVG 43.7%
Rank #16 / 60
415044
Woonsocket Health 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).

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.

Woonsocket
150
Facility 150
RI AVG 107
Rank #25 / 109
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
RI AVG 83.7%
Rank #43 / 63
-6%
4.91
Facility 4.91
RI AVG 4.01
Rank #9 / 56
-26%+22%
$138.6k
Facility $138.6k
RI AVG $97.5k
Rank #47 / 58
21
Facility 21
RI AVG 28.1
Rank #18 / 58
4.2
Facility 4.2
RI AVG 3.5
Rank #47 / 58
2120-
87
Facility 87
RI AVG 47
Rank #5 / 118
Robbin Brooks-Mancini
$15.6M
Facility $15.6M
RI AVG $14.1M
Rank #24 / 60
$9.1M
Facility $9.1M
RI AVG $5.9M
Rank #25 / 60
58.2%
Facility 58.2%
RI AVG 43.7%
Rank #21 / 60
415041
Oakland Grove Health Care 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).

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.

Woonsocket
178
Facility 178
RI AVG 107
Rank #12 / 109
1.1%
Facility 1.1%
RI AVG 83.7%
Rank #63 / 63
-99%
3.27
Facility 3.27
RI AVG 4.01
Rank #48 / 56
-71%-19%
$114.7k
Facility $114.7k
RI AVG $97.5k
Rank #45 / 58
43
Facility 43
RI AVG 28.1
Rank #48 / 58
2.9
Facility 2.9
RI AVG 3.5
Rank #13 / 58
52-
87
Facility 87
RI AVG 47
Rank #5 / 118
Girard Health Care Holdings LLC
$23.0M
Facility $23.0M
RI AVG $14.1M
Rank #8 / 60
$10.7M
Facility $10.7M
RI AVG $5.9M
Rank #14 / 60
46.3%
Facility 46.3%
RI AVG 43.7%
Rank #50 / 60
415110
Cedar Haven Operations Holdings LLC DBA Valley View Health & Rehabilitation LLC
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.

Woonsocket
185
Facility 185
RI AVG 107
Rank #6 / 109
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
RI AVG 83.7%
Rank #1 / 63
+19%
4.12
Facility 4.12
RI AVG 4.01
Rank #21 / 56
+67%+3%
$151.0k
Facility $151.0k
RI AVG $97.5k
Rank #48 / 58
64
Facility 64
RI AVG 28.1
Rank #57 / 58
4.6
Facility 4.6
RI AVG 3.5
Rank #51 / 58
13157-
87
Facility 87
RI AVG 47
Rank #5 / 118
American Senior Living Communities Ri I LLC
$10.9M
Facility $10.9M
RI AVG $14.1M
Rank #42 / 60
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
RI AVG $5.9M
Rank #27 / 60
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
RI AVG 43.7%
Rank #2 / 60
415079

Friendly Home

303 Rhodes Ave, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Overview of Friendly Home

With over 50 years of experience in enhancing seniors’ well-being, Friendly Home is an esteemed senior living community located in the ethereal setting of Rhodes Avenue, Woonsocket, RI, that provides a wide range of care options including nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, hospice care, wound care, and dementia care. Featuring 126-bed accommodations, the community ensures seniors experience unparalleled comfort and safety. A team of competent and highly skilled professionals strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support around the clock so that seniors can enjoy their best years without worries.

Gain meaningful experiences and cherish every moment with the Friendly Home’s warm and welcoming environment. Providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy, the community ensures seniors jump back into their lives with confidence. With exceptional dining, seniors enjoy delightful and healthy meals for their dietary satisfaction. Friendly Home is a safe place for seniors to live their healing journey with its serene campus.

Contact Friendly Home

Overview of Woonsocket Health Center
Woonsocket Health & Rehabilitation Centre has been owned and operated by the Pezzelli family since 1975. It offers comprehensive skilled nursing, rehabilitative, and complex medical services including short-term care, long-term care, dementia care, and hospice. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to its residents.

Contact Woonsocket Health Center

Overview of Oakland Grove Health Care Center
AdviniaCare Oakland Grove is a healthcare center located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. It offers services including short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, and respite stays. The facility combines advanced clinical care with a supportive environment to ensure residents feel valued and at ease.

Contact Oakland Grove Health Care Center

Overview of Cedar Haven Operations Holdings LLC Dba Valley View Health & Rehabilitation LLC
Valley View Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Woonsocket, RI. It offers a wide range of services, including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care. The facility is committed to providing residents with the highest quality care in a comfortable and home-like setting.

Contact Cedar Haven Operations Holdings LLC DBA Valley View Health & Rehabilitation LLC

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 Woonsocket, 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 4 nursing homes in Woonsocket, RI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Woonsocket, 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 Woonsocket, 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 Woonsocket, 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.