What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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The Cedars | Nursing Home in Cranston, RI

Overview of The Cedars

With an unwavering commitment to excellence, The Cedars is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of person-centered transitional care, benefiting well over 1200 individuals each year. Building upon their 50-year legacy, The Cedars has emerged as the embodiment of their expanded services, now encompassing Cedar Home Health.

Since its inception in 1970, The Cedars has consistently embraced change and actively pursued opportunities for growth, learning, and enhanced service offerings. Today, whether serving within the hospital or extending care to homes, The Cedars proudly places every patient and resident at the forefront of their attention, reaffirming their commitment to compassionate and comprehensive healthcare.

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Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Rhode Island state averages

Staff type	Hours / day	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	43m per day	▼ 7% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	20m per day	▼ 31% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 54m per day	▲ 18% State avg: 2h 28m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	3h 31m per day	▲ 7% State avg: 3h 18m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	4m per day	▲ 33% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	28m per day	▼ 18% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 29m per day

24 years in operation

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Walk Score: 26 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMs. Susan Whipple, Administrator

Total Employees

225

Full-Time Employees

225

Types of Care at The Cedars

Assisted Living Home Care Respite Care Memory Care

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5 facilities compared · CMS & RI Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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The Cedars		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. 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. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Cranston	-	54.4%	-35%	5.72				-	+43%	0	0	0.0	0	34	A+	26	Neufeldt, April	$10.8M	$5.3M	49%	175380
Cra-Mar Meadows		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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. 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).	Hope	41	82.2%	-2%	3.61				+80%	-10%	0	33	8.3	0	35	-	10	Grzych, Scott	$3.5M	$1.9M	52.5%	415066
Riverview Rehabilitation & Healthcare 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.	Coventry (Arkwright)	190	92.1%	+10%	3.39				-21%	-16%	1	45	3.8	1	170	-	24	Sechio, Gretchen	$23.0M	$8.8M	38.3%	415082
Budlong Manor	-	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.	Cranston	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	70	-	-	-	-	-
Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing	-	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.	Cranston (Edgewood)	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	74	-	-	-	-	-

The Cedars

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL HC MC

Community:Location: Cranston

Occupancy: 54.4%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -35%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 5.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: +43%

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 33.70

Operator: Neufeldt, April

Home Revenue: $10,821,544.00

Payroll Costs: $5,306,517.00

Payroll %: 49%

CCN: 175380

Cra-Mar Meadows

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL IL MC NH

Community:Location: Hope

Bed Count: 41

Occupancy: 82.2%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -2%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.6

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+80%

Staffing vs State Avg: -10%

Citations: 33

Citations per Inspection: 8.3

Avg Residents/Day: 35

Operator: Grzych, Scott

Home Revenue: $3,542,333.00

Payroll Costs: $1,859,363.00

Payroll %: 52.5%

CCN: 415066

Riverview Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Coventry (Arkwright)

Bed Count: 190

Occupancy: 92.1%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +10%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.4

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-21%

Staffing vs State Avg: -16%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 45

Citations per Inspection: 3.8

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 169.50

Operator: Sechio, Gretchen

Home Revenue: $22,958,741.00

Payroll Costs: $8,792,073.00

Payroll %: 38.3%

CCN: 415082

Budlong Manor

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Cranston

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Scandinavian Communities Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Cranston (Edgewood)

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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Rhode Island Home and Community Care Services

RI Medicaid HCCS

Age 65+ or disabled

General Rhode Island resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states

Higher asset limit; small state aids quicker processing.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Rhode Island Caregiver Support Program

RI NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Rhode Island resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited slots; urban focus due to small size.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Rhode Island PACE

Age 55+

General RI resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Operated by PACE Organization of Rhode Island; covers 4 counties (Providence, Kent, Washington, Newport).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

@Home Cost Share Program

Rhode Island @Home Cost Share

Age 65+

General RI resident, need help with 1+ ADL/IADL, not Medicaid-eligible.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale fees.

Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; focus on income/need.

Administered by Division of Elderly Affairs (DEA); complements Medicaid.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Homemaker services Respite (~5 days/year) Transportation

SSI Enhanced Assisted Living Program

Rhode Island SSI Enhanced AL

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General RI resident, SSI-eligible, living in approved AL facility.

Income Limits (2025) $943/month (SSI federal rate) + state supplement ($332/month).

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Supplement increases to ~$1,275/month total for AL residents; ~50 facilities participate.

Benefits

Financial aid (~$332/month extra) for AL costs (personal care, meals, activities)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Rhode Island Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General RI resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Rhode Island LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General RI resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid available.

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Rhode Island VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General RI resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Rhode Island SFMNP

Age 60+

General RI resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~10,000 annually.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Property Tax Relief for Seniors

Rhode Island Property Tax Relief Credit

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General RI resident, homeowner/renter, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$35,000/year household

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Credit up to $400; local exemptions vary by municipality.

Benefits

Tax credit (~$100-$400/year avg., depending on income)

2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Cranston's city center to The Cedars's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.88 miles to nearest hospital (University Neurology)

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Long-stay resident measures

Above average

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 0.31

79% better than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 1.46

ED visits per 1,000 days 1.65

In line with Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 1.72

Short-stay resident measures

Average

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 23.0%

8% better than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 25.1%

Emergency department visits 19.0%

20% worse than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 15.8%

Falls with major injury 1.2%

49% worse than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 31.9%

41% worse than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 62.5%

24% better than Rhode Island average

Rhode Island average: 50.6%

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