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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Providence, RI

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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.
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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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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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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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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.
Welcome to Bella Villa, a small affordable family operated private independent and assisted living facility. Bella Villa accepts individuals that are 50 years of age or older, or disabled. Our staff is highly experienced, courteous, respectful, and are available 24/7 for your personal assistance...
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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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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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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.
The Daniel Child House is located in the heart of Warren. It is an elegant historic home build by Daniel Child around the turn of the century. Our home is within walking distance to downtown Warren, and the historic water district. East Bay Bike path and Burrs Park are just beyond our home. Our...
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Cost of assisted living in Providence, RI

The average cost of senior living in Providence is $5,348 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wakefield-Peacedale, RI with an average of $4,862 per month.

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

Providence, RI
$5,348/mo
$5,376/mo

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

Providence, RI
$5,348/mo
U.S. national average
$4,645/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,348/mo
$6,264/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,010/mo
Studio
$5,016/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,199/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Providence over time

Providence, RIRI stateNational

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What families are saying about assisted living in Providence

Recent reviews for assisted living in Providence

The Bridge at Cherry Hill in Johnston, RI

5.0
THE BEST PLACE EVER... awesome! 5 on all!!! They gave [name removed] so accommodating and bend over backwards to help in every way. Honestly, I couldn't be happier... my aunt is thrilled to be there. My sister and I are just waiting for our time to move into the bridge!

Smithfield Woods

5.0
Smithfield Woods was recommended to us by a neighbor who's mother had been a resident a while back, they described it as homie, welcoming and friendly, like a second family. I was pleasantly surprised on just how accurate that description was even from the very beginning at our tour. We made our ...
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Cornerstone at Milford

5.0
Clean, cozy, comfortable residence. Healthy choice eating experience with the Mediterranean diet. The staff is friendly and caring. Many of them have been at Cornerstone for years, which is nice for the residents. I would recommend them to family and friends.

Providence review score based on 178 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 178 reviews of 33 Providence assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Providence 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

Providence review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Providence, RI33 facilities
7.9
East Providence, RI31 facilities
8.2
Pawtucket, RI32 facilities

Review subcategories for Providence 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 178 reviews of 33 Providence assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Providence 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.
Providence, RI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Providence assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Providence assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Providence, 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 Providence 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 Providence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Providence, RINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.4%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.7%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.7%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Providence 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 Providence Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Providence, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.6%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.4%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Providence 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 Providence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Providence, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.2%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.5%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48.5%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.5%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Providence 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 Providence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Providence, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.5%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.6%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Providence 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 Providence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Providence, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
60.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.5%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.6%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.6%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.6%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Providence

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 Providence protect seniors.

Learn about Rhode Island Assisted Living regulations

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