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6 Best Nursing Homes in Exeter, RI

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Exeter nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Exeter, RI may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Exeter or another care type is right for you. Browse 6 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Exeter.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Exeter, RI

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Photo of Atria HarborhillCommunity card badge
55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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45 reviews
9.8
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45 reviews
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4 star
27%
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2%
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The staff at Atria is STELLAR! The apartments are spacious, lots of activities! They have had some challenges keeping a consistent bus driver, and the food could be improved.
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
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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40 reviews
9.3
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40 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
20%
3 star
20%
2 star
3%
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The assisted living side I found very warm and inviting Activities personal amazing. So many warm and caring individuals. Nurses cnas individuals in restaurants and even maintenance and cleaners
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities.Trade home maintenance and long to-do lists for more time to do what you want to do. Our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) has a worry-free retirement lifestyle with three levels of care on one campus, including independent...
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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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72 reviews
8.9
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72 reviews
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50%
4 star
29%
3 star
10%
2 star
4%
1 star
7%
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I visited my long time friend at an event and I couldn’t believe how nice and welcoming everyone was! I see why my friend loves it! I have a tour next week and I’m bringing my kids with me! See you soon!
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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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.
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.
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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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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Exeter, RI

The average cost of senior living in Exeter is $7,264 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warwick, RI with an average of $6,774 per month.

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

Exeter, RI
$7,264/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

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

$8,191/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,264/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,884/mo
Private
$7,342/mo

Senior living costs in Exeter 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: Exeter, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeExeter, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Nursing Homes$7,264/mo$6,732/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$6,396/mo$5,956/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,191/mo$7,496/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,272/mo$4,881/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Exeter, RI:$7,264/mo
Rhode Island:$6,732/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Exeter, RI:$6,396/mo
Rhode Island:$5,956/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Exeter, RI:$8,191/mo
Rhode Island:$7,496/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Exeter, RI:$5,272/mo
Rhode Island:$4,881/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Exeter, RI, over time

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

Exeter, RIRI stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Exeter, RI

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Exeter 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 average 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
Exeter, RI$6,931/mo$6,487/mo+6.8%
Rhode Island$6,485/mo$6,133/mo+5.7%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Exeter, RI
2024 average cost:$6,931/mo
2023 average cost:$6,487/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,133/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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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 nursing homes in Exeter

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Exeter

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.

Franklin Court Assisted Living in Bristol, RI

5.0
Things have just gone very well overall with Franklin Court Assisted Living! It's a nice looking, well kept, clean community, and they take great care of the people who live here. The staff are all very friendly, and they're always willing to go the extra mile to make sure your loved one gets ...
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Brightview Commons in Wakefield, RI

5.0
My mother is doing very well here at this community. She has adjusted well to it and I'am pleased. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean. I know she is being cared for well. They have an excellent staff here. She is pleased with the meals. Overall she is safe and good ...
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Exeter nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Exeter nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Exeter, 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 Exeter 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 Exeter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Exeter, RINational
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.8%
4.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
10%
14.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
11.7%
15.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
7.2%
4.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
5.3%
13.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
3.3%
3.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
13.5%
9.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Exeter 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 Exeter Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Exeter, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
1.9%
1.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
3.3%
2.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
0.7%
0.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Exeter 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 Exeter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Exeter, RINational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
1.9%
1.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Exeter 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 Exeter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Exeter, RINational
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Availability of select programs and activities in Exeter 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 Exeter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Exeter, RINational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
5%
3.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
5.2%
3.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Harborhill, Brookdale South Bay and Brookdale Centre of New England are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Exeter, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
There are 6 nursing homes facilities near Exeter, Rhode Island. See the full list.
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