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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Providence, RI for 2024

Seniors may find East Providence appealing due to its suburban feel, providing a relaxing alternative to Providence, located on the opposite bank of the Seekonk River. This location allows them to enjoy numerous parks, restaurants and stores while still being minutes from the state capital's conveniences. This might explain why seniors comprise almost 1 in 5 of East Providence's 47,000 residents, which is almost 3% higher than the national average. 

Assisted living is a residential care option for seniors who need help with daily living activities, such as getting in and out of bed and dressing. These facilities offer homelike environments with private or shared rooms, meals and activities designed to enhance physical and cognitive abilities. Additionally, residents can socialize within their own age groups within a secure environment. The median monthly fee for this type of care in East Providence is $6,063, which is above the national average but below the norm for Rhode Island.

This guide further explores the benefits and drawbacks of living in East Providence and compares its assisted living costs with nearby cities and other types of senior care. Furthermore, it examines financial options for assisted living and lists free and low-cost resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in East Providence

Rhode Island's assisted living facilities must be licensed by the Center for Health Facility Regulations. To be licensed, a facility must satisfy numerous criteria, including compliance with health and safety and fire regulations. The owner must also prove financial stability, provide staff training and conduct thorough background checks on all employees.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in East Providence

  • Based on a U.S. average of 100, East Providence has an average cost of living index of 109.1. Although higher than the norm, it's below the Rhode Island average of 112.5, making the city relatively affordable for seniors. The health cost index is 87.3, slightly above the state average of 85.5, but the impact on a senior's finances will depend on their health care needs. However, older adults relocating from other states may notice a cost reduction, since the national average ranks higher at 100 points.
  • East Providence boasts much lower crime rates than normal. With 100 being the worst, the property crime rate is 21.9, far below the national average of 35.4. The violent crime rate is even lower, at 10.9, whereas the U.S. average is 22.7. This makes the city a reassuring and secure place for seniors, including those in assisted living with on-site staff available around the clock. 
  • The city's temperate climate, with four distinct seasons, may also appeal to seniors. While temperatures can dip as low as 20 degrees in January, they rise to a comfortable 83 degrees in July. Annual rainfall is 11 inches above the national average of 38, but muggy days are infrequent and usually confined to summer.
  • East Providence has an average health cost index of 82.6, below the national average of 100. However, there is still room for improvement in certain areas, as evidenced by below-average scores of 53 for water quality and 79 for cleaning contaminated land with the EPA's Superfund Program. On a positive note, the city's air quality surpasses the national average by seven points, reaching 65. Additionally, East Providence also boasts 61 more physicians per 100,000 people compared to the U.S. average, so seniors may find it easier to get appointments.
  • Although there are family care clinics in East Providence, there are no general hospitals. However, Miriam Hospital ranked #1 in the state and is highly regarded for its Total Joint Center and Minimally Invasive Urology Institute. Also nearby is Rhode Island Hospital, a level 1 trauma center.

Paying for Assisted Living in East Providence

In East Providence, the median fee per month for assisted living is $6,063.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby States

The average senior in East Providence pays $1,563 more per month for assisted living than the average American, but they save $763 compared to other Rhode Island seniors. When comparing prices with cities in neighboring states, East Providence falls into the mid-range category. It's more affordable than Boston by $756 per month and Barnstable by $937. On the other hand, assisted living costs another $378 when compared to Worcester. The gap becomes more noticeable in some Connecticut cities, such as Norwich, where it's $1,763 per month cheaper than East Providence. 

    East Providence

    $6,063

    Rhode Island

    $6,826

    United States

    $4,500

    Barnstable, MA

    $7,000

    Boston, MA

    $6,819

    Worcester, MA

    $5,685

    Norwich, CT

    $4,300

    The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

    At $10,190, only nursing home care is costlier than assisted living's average monthly fee of $6,063 in East Providence. Home health care averages $5,911, in-home care is $5,720 and adult day care is $1,658. However, these options don't include round-the-clock care, and seniors have costs that assisted living residents don't, such as home maintenance, food and transportation.

      In-Home Care

      $5,720

      Home Health Care

      $5,911

      Adult Day Health Care

      $1,658

      Assisted Living Facility

      $6,063

      Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

      $10,190

      Note: Data for East Providence was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Providence, was used instead.

      Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in East Providence

      Rhode Island’s Department of Human Services offers a Medicaid waiver program for eligible seniors called the Rhode Island Comprehensive Demonstration that may help cover assisted living costs. The state also administers an Optional State Supplement (OSS) for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients.

      Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.

      Financial Assistance in Rhode Island

      More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

      While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

      • Veterans Benefits
      • Life Insurance Policy
      • Long-Term Care Insurance
      • Reverse Mortgage

      For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.

      Free Assisted Living Resources in East Providence

      East Providence and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

      To see a list of free assisted living resources in East Providence, please visit our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.

      Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in East Providence

      East Providence Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Rhode Island are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page for more information about these laws.

       

      Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Rhode Island

      Reviews of Communities Nearby

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      Edward

      I visited this facility

      Review of Tockwotton on the Waterfront

      Tockwotton on the Waterfront has a wonderful location, and beautiful buildings, and the staff was very nice there. The thing I didn't like there was that it was double the price of every other...

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      Assisted Living

      Barbara

      I visited this facility

      Review of Anchor Bay at East Providence

      Anchor Bay at East Providence was very nice. It was a beautiful place and everything, I just didn't like that you have to furnish it yourself, and then they had that $3500 one-time fee you have to...

      Provider response

      Thank you so much Barbara, for taking time to share your review of Anchor Bay at East Providence. We value your opinion deeply and will share your 5-star rating with the team members and leadership...

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      Assisted Living

      Karen

      I visited this facility

      Review of Anchor Bay at East Providence

      I liked Anchor Bay at East Providence. It is more of a modern design because it's newer. I took a tour of the whole place and model apartments, and then the empty apartments. Their view is kind of...

      Provider response

      Thank you so much, Karen for taking time to share your experience of Anchor Bay at East Providence. We value your opinion deeply and will share your positive review with our team. Your feedback is...

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