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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother recently moved here and I can not speak highly enough about them! The staff is phenomenal! Personally, I was hesitant about moving my mother here but [name removed] has made this the best...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in Providence's historic Federal Hill district, Arbor Hill provides affordable assisted living options for seniors age 62 and older with low to moderate incomes. Arbor Hill offers apartment units that can accommodate one or two person living, individualized personal and health care...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Charlesgate Senior Living Center
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Barrington, RI

The average cost of senior living in Barrington is $5,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wakefield-Peacedale, RI with an average of $4,845 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barrington, RI vs. nearby cities

Barrington, RI
$5,201/mo
$4,977/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barrington, RI vs. the state and national average

Barrington, RI
$5,201/mo
U.S. national average
$4,606/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barrington vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,201/mo
$6,194/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Barrington, RI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,812/mo
Studio
$5,292/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,079/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,457/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Barrington over time

Barrington, RIRI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barrington, RI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Barrington.

What families are saying about assisted living in Barrington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Barrington

Atria Aquidneck Place in Portsmouth, RI

4.0
For me, it came down to having the availability of memory care for my wife, but once here, I was pleasantly happy with the overall experience here. I would and have recommended it to others.

Atria Fairhaven

4.0
Friendly, helpful, go above and beyond to make sure the resident feels like they belong. Would have gave a 5 but price wise it was a little too much.

Swan Brook Assisted Living in Swansea, MA

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility to others. It was the least expensive for miles around. It is very homey. The staff and the owner are so nice. I can't say enough good things about this facility. The staff calls me for every little issue. For example, she fell a couple of times. They call ...
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Barrington review score based on 152 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 152 reviews of 32 Barrington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barrington review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Barrington review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Barrington, RI32 facilities
9.0
East Providence, RI30 facilities
9.1
Warwick, RI31 facilities

Review subcategories for Barrington assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 152 reviews of 32 Barrington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barrington resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Barrington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrington, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Barrington assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Barrington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
54.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Barrington assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Barrington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barrington, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.9%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barrington assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barrington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.4%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.9%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrington assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barrington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
46.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrington assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Barrington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barrington, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.1%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Barrington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Rhode Island assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Barrington protect seniors.

Learn about Rhode Island Assisted Living regulations

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The Residence at Cedar Dell, Atria Lincoln Place and Anchor Bay at East Providence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Barrington, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.

There are 35 assisted living facilities near Barrington, Rhode Island. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Barrington, Rhode Island are Atria Lincoln Place, Anchor Bay at East Providence and Smithfield Woods. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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