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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Foster, RI

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Photo of Atria Harborhill
55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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43 reviews
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The staff and residents are so caring. It is a wonderful combination of independence and support. The activities are great and easy to choose what is best for me. Meals are extremely well done. Highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Situated in a stately mansion, Atria Harborhill is a welcoming community where residents are encouraged to lead healthy, active, independent lives. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the grounds, sit and catch up with friends, or participate in one of many daily activities. Centrally located in the...
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88 Floor plans available
9.8
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9.8
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70 reviews
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My mother moved in several months ago and it has been a perfect spot for her! The social interaction, prepared meals, and lovely environment have been a great fit. The staff are friendly and helpful. Aide...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Atria Lincoln Place is a popular Rhode Island retirement community that offers an active, warm atmosphere with all the comforts of home. A diverse calendar of events provides daily opportunities for staying healthy and socializing. Residents interested in exercising may work out with an...
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9.4
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41 reviews
9.4
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5 for everything. They were so good to my mom and our family. We would absolutely recommend Anchor Bay at Pocasset to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Situated near the Atlantic Ocean in historic East Greenwich, Anchor Bay at Greenwich is a warm, suburban senior living community located near Kent County Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, as well as Warwick Mall, Providence Place Mall, Goddard Park and Chelo’s on the Water. Wake up every day in...
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8.9
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41 reviews
8.9
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Facility is very well maintained, extremely clean, safe, carefully set up for persons with memory issues and attention is paid to decorating for holidays and birthdays. Residents, family members and other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Comfortable and Distinctive Surroundings The perfect blend of hospitality and healthcare. Breathtaking lake views highlight the picturesque campus of The Village at Waterman Lake. Lavish gardens provide the setting for arts, fitness and leisure, including a nine-hole putting green, Bocce court,...
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8.5
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14 reviews
8.5
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They are all very friendly, caring and helpful! Yes, we would recommend the community to other families. I helped get a dear friend in Creamery Brook and he has been there just over a year and is happy there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Creamery Brook Village is in the historic northeast CT town of Brooklyn - minutes from Interstate 395, routes 6 and 169. We are sponsored by PierceCare, a nonprofit provider of Eldercare Services. Creamery Brook is designed to be a community for those who seek the ease and security of living...
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[name removed] is the executive director and Andrew is the community relations director. [name removed] and [name removed] have been fantastic and very caring. Staff is very friendly treat the family of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
The New England style residence, with covered porches, courtyards, gardens and walking paths, welcome you with the warmth and charm of a gracious home.*Professionals will monitor your medications, health safety and well being every day* Round the clock emergency response* Help with dressing,...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
Summer VillaSummer Villa is an assisted living community located in Coventry, RI. Coventry, which is situated just west of West Warwick, is home to more than a dozen historic villages. The town’s rich history is evidenced in its beautiful 18th and 19th century homes, farmhouses, churches and...
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Cost of independent living in Foster, RI

The average cost of senior living in Foster is $4,542 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Foster Center, RI with an average of $4,542 per month.

Independent living costs in Foster, RI, vs. nearby cities

Foster, RI
$4,542/mo
$4,938/mo

Independent living costs in Foster, RI, vs. state and national averages

Foster, RI
$4,542/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Foster, RI, vs. other senior living options

$5,749/mo
Independent Living
$4,542/mo

Independent living costs in Foster, RI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,306/mo
Studio
$4,881/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,335/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,444/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,602/mo

Senior living costs in Foster vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Foster, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFoster, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Independent Living$4,542/mo$5,183/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,490/mo$4,865/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,749/mo$5,768/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Foster, RI:$4,542/mo
Rhode Island:$5,183/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Foster, RI:$4,490/mo
Rhode Island:$4,865/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Foster, RI:$5,749/mo
Rhode Island:$5,768/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Foster, RI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Foster and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Foster, RI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Foster have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Foster, RI$3,834/mo$3,683/mo+4.1%
Rhode Island$4,164/mo$3,614/mo+15.2%
National$3,169/mo$3,006/mo+5.4%
Foster, RI
2024 average cost:$3,834/mo
2023 average cost:$3,683/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$4,164/mo
2023 average cost:$3,614/mo
Percent change:+15.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,169/mo
2023 average cost:$3,006/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Foster

Recent reviews for independent living in Foster

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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Atria Bay Spring Village in Barrington, RI

5.0
I am happy with my apartment and the staff is always helpful. I enjoy all the activities and being with friends. I love being close to my family too.

Wyndemere Woods in Woonsocket, RI

5.0
My Mom has been at Wyndemere woods for more than a week and we are very satisfied with the place. My Mom loves the food and the people are so friendly. It was an easy transition except for Cox [Removed], but not the home's fault.I am trying to encourage my Mom to use the transportation and ...
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Foster independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Foster independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Foster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Foster, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Foster independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Foster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Foster, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Foster independent 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 independent living communities in Foster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Foster, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Harborhill, Atria Lincoln Place and Anchor Bay at Pocasset are the top-rated independent living facilities near Foster, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Foster, Rhode Island. See the full list.

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

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