
The Preserve at Briarcliffe
Assisted Living · Rhode Island, RI
The Preserve at Briarcliffe
Assisted Living · Rhode Island, RI
The Preserve at Briarcliffe is a supportive independent and assisted living community located in Johnston, Rhode Island. It offers a range of services including memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation. The facility is situated on a beautiful campus and is dedicated to providing compassionate care.
72-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 38 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 21, 2021
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License NumberALR01514
Owner NameNisha Talwar
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Supportive Independent Living
Memory Care Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing And Short Term Rehabilitation
Fax(401) 944-2455
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 2023 · 3 years of data
5 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 2023 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 (85% below)
• Deficiencies per year (85% below)
• Total deficiencies (85% below)
• Deficiencies per year (85% below)
Latest Inspection
February 4, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | RI Average | vs. RI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
| 5 | 34 | This facility has 85% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (5 vs. RI avg 34).↓ 85% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
| 1.7 | 11.3 | This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Rhode Island assisted living residence (1.7 vs. RI avg 11.3).↓ 85% 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 February 4, 2025, identified deficiencies related to food labeling, storage, and equipment cleanliness in the main kitchen, as well as kitchen staff not using beard restraints during lunch service. Earlier inspections showed mostly no deficiencies, with prior issues also focused on food service practices, including contamination risks and improper sanitizing procedures noted in February 2023. Complaint investigations during this period were generally unsubstantiated, with no evidence found that residents were affected by the cited deficiencies. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility has taken corrective actions including staff re-education and daily audits, indicating some responsiveness to these recurring food service issues.
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Assisted Living in Rhode Island
The Preserve at Briarcliffe is located in JOHNSTON, Rhode Island.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Preserve at Briarcliffe
Who is the owner of The Preserve at Briarcliffe?
The legal owner and operator of The Preserve at Briarcliffe is Nisha Talwar.
Is The Preserve at Briarcliffe in a walkable area?
The Preserve at Briarcliffe has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The Preserve at Briarcliffe?
According to RI state health department records, The Preserve at Briarcliffe's license number is ALR01514.
When does The Preserve at Briarcliffe's license expire?
According to RI state health department records, The Preserve at Briarcliffe's license expires on December 31, 2026.
How many beds does The Preserve at Briarcliffe have?
The Preserve at Briarcliffe has 72 beds.
Are there photos of The Preserve at Briarcliffe?
Yes — there are 5 photos of The Preserve at Briarcliffe in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Preserve at Briarcliffe?
The Preserve at Briarcliffe is located at 54 OLD POCASSET ROAD.
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