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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Newport County, RI

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The cost of independent living in Newport County is about $6,105 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 94 options. Read 1700 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
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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.
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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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Currently in construction, Ocean Shores homes will offer 97 one and two bedroom affordable apartments for people ages 55 and older. This new community will offer wall-to-wall carpeting in the bedrooms, durable deco-wood flooring throughout the living areas, stainless steel appliances, balconies...
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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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Cost of independent living in Newport County, RI

The average cost of senior living in Newport County is $6,105 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tiverton, RI with an average of $5,319 per month.

Independent living costs in Newport County, RI, vs. nearby counties

Newport County, RI
$6,105/mo
$6,138/mo

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

Newport County, RI
$6,105/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Newport County, RI, vs. other senior living options

$6,452/mo
Independent Living
$6,105/mo

Independent living costs in Newport County, RI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,775/mo
Studio
$6,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,193/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,119/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,068/mo

Senior living costs in Newport County 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: Newport County, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNewport County, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Independent Living$6,105/mo$5,433/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,462/mo$5,114/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$6,452/mo$6,108/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Newport County, RI:$6,105/mo
Rhode Island:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Newport County, RI:$5,462/mo
Rhode Island:$5,114/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Newport County, RI:$6,452/mo
Rhode Island:$6,108/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Newport County, RI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Newport County 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 Newport County, RI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Newport County 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
Newport County, RI$4,259/mo$4,178/mo+1.9%
Rhode Island$4,317/mo$4,164/mo+3.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Newport County, RI
2024 average cost:$4,259/mo
2023 average cost:$4,178/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$4,317/mo
2023 average cost:$4,164/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Newport County

Recent reviews for independent living in Newport County

Fairing Way in South Weymouth, MA

3.9
It's a good environment for our age group and the amenities and activities are sufficient enough to keep us engaged and comfortable. We picked this community, because of the location and cost.

Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield, MA

5.0
The communication with the family is very good. If there are any mistakes the community takes responsibility. They have done a good job at making my loved one is comfortable, social with other residents, and feels at home. There are three meals a day served and there are choices for the ...
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The Glen at Grove Manor in Braintree, MA

4.4
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The overall care and concern for the residents stand out to me. My loved one likes the food and looks forward to the desserts. They have concerts, singing, exercise, classes, arts and crafts, games, and more for the residents ...
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Newport County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Newport County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Newport County, 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 Newport County 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 Newport County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Newport County, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Newport County 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 Newport County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Newport County, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Newport County 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 Newport County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Newport County, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
65.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
47.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.5%
46.4%
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