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10 Best Nursing Homes in Washington, RI
Washington is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 37 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Washington, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Washington is about $5,202, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 397 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Putnam, Pineville and Putnam Heights.
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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.
Briarcliffe Gardens is a brand new, state-of-the-art Memory Impaired Microcommunity™ meticulously crafted from the ground up on the 22 acre Briarcliffe Campus in Johnston, RI. Briarcliffe Gardens looks like a home, both outside and inside. Fresh air, diffuse sunlight, uplifting colors- designed...
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Cost of nursing homes in Washington, RI
The average cost of senior living in Washington is $5,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wakefield-Peacedale, RI with an average of $4,996 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Washington, RI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Washington
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Washington
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!
Atria Bay Spring Village in Barrington, RI
4.8
We love that our mother is safe and happy. We always feel welcomed. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Atria Bay Spring Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
The Seasons in East Greenwich, RI
4.8
The community is able to provide everything I wanted for my loved one. My loved one seems to be happy. The room and my loved one are clean. They treat my loved one well. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones.
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Washington nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington, 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 Washington 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 Washington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
42.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
57.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
65.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
57.7%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Washington 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 Washington Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Washington 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 Washington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Washington 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 Washington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington 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 Washington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
0.4%
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Atria Lincoln Place, The Lighthouse at Lincoln and Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Washington, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
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