Forest Farm Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Palliative Care · Rhode Island, RI
Forest Farm Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Palliative Care · Rhode Island, RI
Overview of Forest Farm Assisted Living
Operating for over 26 years, Forest Farm Assisted Living is a 55-bed community in Middletown, Rhode Island, that offers specialized care services. Located on Forest Avenue in a relatively walkable neighborhood where some errands are available within walking distance, the community provides a 24-hour staffing model. Rehabilitation services, respite care, and nursing support are also provided to serve residents across different care needs.
Alzheimer’s and dementia care, cardiac care, hospice and palliative care, and therapy programs such as physical, occupational, speech, and hearing services are among the specialized services provided. The Russian “Sunrise” Immersion Program, the “Royal at Home” program, activity enrichment opportunities, and nutritional support are also available to enhance daily life and resident well-being.
The availability of around-the-clock nursing support and on-site therapy services can help streamline care coordination and reduce the need for outside providers. This range of services may appeal to residents who require ongoing medical support or who prefer access to multiple care options within one community.
Recurring concerns related to medication management, resident assessments, documentation practices, and safety procedures are cited through state inspections. These issues have also appeared across multiple inspection cycles and remain ongoing areas of regulatory focus. Families evaluating a community for a loved one with specialized healthcare needs may wish to discuss medication administration processes, staff training practices, and resident safety protocols during the evaluation process.
Forest Farm Assisted Living may be a suitable option for older adults seeking specialized care services, therapy programs, and nursing support within an established Middletown community.
55-bed community Rank #95 / 109Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 109 homes in Rhode Island. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Rhode Island facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Rhode Island that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
26 years in operation Rank #25 / 89Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 89 homes in Rhode Island. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Rhode Island facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Rhode Island that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 34 / 100 Rank #72 / 118Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 118 homes in Rhode Island. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Rhode Island facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Rhode Island that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 16, 1999
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License NumberALR01308
Owner NameJennifer Mello Administrator
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(401) 849-9345
24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care
Hospice And Palliative Care Services
Physical
Occupational
And Speech And Hearing Therapy Programs
Specific ProgramsActivity Enrichment, Alzheimer’s Care, Cardiac Care, Nutritional Care, Royal at Home, Russian “Sunrise” Immersion Program
Inspection History
In Rhode Island, the Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation is the primary authority for inspecting, licensing, and reporting on all long-term care facilities.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
22 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Rhode Island state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Rhode Island state average
Overall vs. RI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Rhode Island average:
• Total deficiencies (35% below)
• Deficiencies per year (35% below)
• Total deficiencies (35% below)
• Deficiencies per year (35% below)
Latest Inspection
May 14, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | RI Average | vs. RI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 22 | 34 | This facility has 35% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island nursing home (22 vs. RI avg 34).↓ 35% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 4.4 | 6.8 | This facility has 35% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Rhode Island nursing home (4.4 vs. RI avg 6.8).↓ 35% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on May 14, 2025 found eight deficiencies including medication errors, incomplete nurse reviews, and inadequate emergency documentation.
- The May 14, 2025 survey cited failure to administer medications with proper physician orders, expired medications, and delayed emergency treatment for an unresponsive resident.
- Prior inspections in 2023 and 2024 showed recurring issues with resident assessments, fire drill documentation, and policy implementation, indicating ongoing compliance challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Farm Assisted Living
Who is the owner of Forest Farm Assisted Living?
The legal owner and operator of Forest Farm Assisted Living is Jennifer Mello Administrator.
Is Forest Farm Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Forest Farm Assisted Living has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Forest Farm Assisted Living?
According to RI state health department records, Forest Farm Assisted Living's license number is ALR01308.
When does Forest Farm Assisted Living's license expire?
According to RI state health department records, Forest Farm Assisted Living's license expires on December 31, 2026.
How many beds does Forest Farm Assisted Living have?
Forest Farm Assisted Living has 55 beds.
Are there photos of Forest Farm Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Forest Farm Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Forest Farm Assisted Living?
Forest Farm Assisted Living is located at 191 Forest Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842.
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