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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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98 reviews
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98 reviews
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It's a pretty clean place. The staff is very good. The director and head RN are great. Activities director keeps everyone busy and is an absolutely amazing person. Dining is decent food. Dining room itself...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our comforts of home philosophy provides elders with a gracious lifestyle in a home-like setting. We offer genuine care and concern for each person in a friendly atmosphere while encouraging independence and freedom of choice. Our goal is to service and accommodate each individual’s needs and...
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What we like the most about the community is the cleanliness and the staff. Based on the experience so far, we would recommend The Lighthouse at Lincoln to other families who may need a place for their...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Lighthouse at Lincoln is Rhode Island's only specialized memory care assisted living community, providing research-based treatment for older adults with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of memory loss.We provide the premiere research-based programming and interventions, including civic...
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55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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43 reviews
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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1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.8
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70 reviews
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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90 reviews
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My uncle recently moved into Anchor Bay (one bedroom apt). Having helped him with his choice and move, as well as visiting daily for 2 weeks, I feel like I have a good picture of the facility and how it...
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 One Hundred Acre Cove Nature Preserve with beautiful water views, Anchor Bay at East Providence is a vibrant, cozy senior living community located near Rhode Island Hospital, Miriam Hospital and Roger Williams Hospital as well as Seekonk Shopping Center, RISD Museum and Haines...
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99 Floor plans available
9.6
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73 reviews
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Everyone we spoke with was efficient, kind, had answers and were beyond helping. I would absolutely recommend Atria Bay to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. They are beyond fantastic....
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.
At Atria Bay Spring Village, residents will find a picturesque senior living community with a vibrant social calendar. Enjoy reading a book or chatting with friends in cozy community lounges, or on sunny days, relax in our beautiful, serene courtyards. Atria Bay Spring Village is near Barrington...
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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36 reviews
9.5
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36 reviews
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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9.5
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45 reviews
9.5
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My mom wasn't able to stay there very long but I could never recommend them enough. It's a wonderful community, beautiful, clean, and even stylishly decorated. The BEST rooms, they felt way more like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Smithfield Woods is luxurious senior care community in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Our elegant and stately community, located in Providence County, is just minutes from the historic town of Smithfield, with fine dining, shopping, banks and medical offices just minutes away. The dynamic city of...
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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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9.4
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9.4
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5 on each. Small and the personal care is wonderful. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN! Exclusively created to celebrate you, your wisdom, your spirit, and your life — The Highlands on the East Side is a newly designed Assisted Living residence with all the comforts of home...and more! We pride ourselves as being the value choice for senior living by offering...
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Photo of Anchor Bay at Greenwich
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9.3
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They are pleasant, friendly and knowledgeable. Like a big family, they are engaging and go out of their way to provide solutions. The staff provides and promotes a friendly caring atmosphere encouraging...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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9.3
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9.3
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My grandmother is very happy there. She has become very active and is socializing more than ever. Staff are very kind and helpful.
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own home. Wingate Residences Living on Blackstone Boulevard is located in one of Rhode...
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9.2
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53 reviews
9.2
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53 reviews
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I'm not happy with the services there. I realize that the doctors and NPs don't work at Halycon and are contracted out, but they should be more reliable and able to be reached. I have had an issue for over a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You...
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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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66 reviews
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What we think the community could improve on would be bathing the patients, sometimes I come and my moms face is not washed or her teeth not brushed
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Our community has been COVID free during this pandemic thanks to our dedicated staff! We are now allowing tours inside our building so you can see in person what a beautiful community it truly is!A little help can go a long way.At our senior living community, you’ll have the help you need and the...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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9.0
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The staff here has been great. My mom has been in the memory care unit since just before Christmas. She is very happy and feels safe. It’s so nice to finally spend my time with her as a daughter and not a...
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.
Greenwich Farms at Warwick located in Warwick, RI is a Benchmark Senior Living independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle?...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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My 93-year old aunt moved into the Bridge at Cherry hill in [date removed] after the sudden loss of her 70 year partner. We could not be happier. She is finally truly settled, happy she made the move from...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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1616 Photos available
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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I don't mind giving feedback, especially to a place that is wonderful as Capital Ridge. This is the first time experience for me and my family member and One. I'll never forget in my lifetime. Yes, I would...
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.
Capitol Ridge at Providence is a cozy urban retreat situated in historic Providence, overlooking downtown and of course the State Capitol. The beautiful, historic setting is accented by manicured gardens, private walking paths and gazebos. A terrace off the main dining room offers seasonal...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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8.6
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13 reviews
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It's a great place. We picked this community because of the location and the tour and the staff. The experience has been excellent.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Your parents worked hard to build a good life, a loving family, and a warm home. Why should they live any differently in their senior years? Tockwotton on the Waterfront boasts a new six-acre location on the banks of Providence Harbor, complete with panoramic views of downtown Providence, Rhode...
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8.3
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8.3
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The only problem with the staff is most are foreign and I have trouble understanding them. The food could be a little better. I don't think they serve the same food that they do in the Assisted Living...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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8.3
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41 reviews
8.3
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41 reviews
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She did well there with all the encouragement from PT and OT and is doing much better at home. She liked all your services and the food.
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own home. Wingate Residences on the East Side is the area's premiere assisted living community...
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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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They communicate well. My loved one seems to be clean but her laundry does not get done. The bathrooms are not clean. There are two people there that give me updates.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Bannister Center, we are dedicated to accelerating positive, successful outcomes for our short-term recovery and rehab patients. After all, you come here for one reason: to complete your recovery and rehab and return home. And we intend to help you reach that goal. If you’re looking for...
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The stay at Elmhurst Rehabilitation has been pretty good actually. My loved one seems to enjoy his overall therapy program. He does have his days but for the most part, it has gone very well for him. I would...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a proud new member of Marquis Health Services, providing high-quality skilled nursing and post acute care in the Providence and greater Rhode Island area. We are proud providers of the Eden Alternative, a person-centered approach to care that...
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6.5
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6.5
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18 reviews
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This community is very clean and the caregivers at this community are excellent. The cost every month is extremely good and fits for us well. the only thing is that I have had some issues with getting a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in the beautiful city of North Providence, Rhode Island, Darlington Memory Lane is a top-rated, full-service assisted living home. We offer both private and semi-private rooms and bathrooms, decorated in a neutral decor just waiting for someone's special touches. Our small size allows for...
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Cost of nursing homes in Cranston, RI

The average cost of senior living in Cranston is $5,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wakefield-Peacedale, RI with an average of $4,959 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Cranston, RI, vs. nearby cities

Cranston, RI
$5,301/mo
$5,321/mo

Nursing homes costs in Cranston, RI, vs. state and national averages

Cranston, RI
$5,301/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Nursing homes costs in Cranston, RI, vs. other senior living options

$5,937/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,301/mo

Nursing homes costs in Cranston, RI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,835/mo
Studio
$5,170/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,829/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,271/mo

Senior living costs in Cranston vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cranston, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCranston, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,301/mo$5,054/mo$4,836/mo
Assisted Living$4,929/mo$4,865/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,937/mo$5,768/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,938/mo$5,183/mo$4,070/mo
Nursing Homes
Cranston, RI:$5,301/mo
Rhode Island:$5,054/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Assisted Living
Cranston, RI:$4,929/mo
Rhode Island:$4,865/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Cranston, RI:$5,937/mo
Rhode Island:$5,768/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Cranston, RI:$4,938/mo
Rhode Island:$5,183/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Cranston, RI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Cranston 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.

Cranston, RIRI stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Cranston, RI

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Cranston 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
Cranston, RI$6,094/mo$5,743/mo+6.1%
Rhode Island$6,046/mo$5,812/mo+4.0%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Cranston, RI
2024 average cost:$6,094/mo
2023 average cost:$5,743/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$6,046/mo
2023 average cost:$5,812/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Cranston

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cranston

Serenity Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Wrentham, MA

5.0
My mom was here for only 7 months in the long term unit. She had some dementia and came from assistant living for 5 years. She never thought of it as a nursing home. She still thought she was in assistant living.. To the family, that is the biggest compliment a nursing home can receive.. I ...
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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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The Bridge at Cherry Hill in Johnston, RI

5.0
This is the third assisted living i have been in. My apartment is larger then my last one and a year after being here I am paying less per month. The chef here is great and has a great variety of menu items.

Cranston nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cranston nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cranston, 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 Cranston nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Cranston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cranston, RINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.8%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.8%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
57.6%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
57.6%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.9%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.6%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
53%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.8%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.4%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cranston nursing homes

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 Cranston Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cranston, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.8%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.8%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cranston nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cranston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cranston, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cranston nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cranston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cranston, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cranston nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Cranston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cranston, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
31.8%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.2%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.2%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.3%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.4%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.3%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.8%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
22.7%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court, The Lighthouse at Lincoln and Atria Harborhill are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cranston, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.

There are 108 nursing homes facilities near Cranston, Rhode Island. See the full list.

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