Providence is one of the oldest cities in the country and home to the prestigious Ivy League Brown University. Many of its districts and suburbs are recognized as great locations for retirees. Rhode Island’s capital has a population of approximately 180,000, of whom 10.8% are in the 65+ age range. The city and state can boast some of the best hospitals in the United States, such as the private nonprofit Miriam Hospital, which is ranked in the national top 50 for Urology.
Providence’s nursing homes offer comprehensive services for residents. Services typically include 24-hour supervision and hospital-like medical assistance, such as speech and mobility treatments. Nursing home costs in Providence are similar to other cities in New England, as figures from the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reveal. However, when compared to the national monthly average for a semiprivate room of $7,756, Providence’s $9,733 costs appear expensive. There are more affordable alternatives to nursing homes, such as assisted living and home health care, that may be more suitable for some seniors. This guide also covers other forms of care for seniors in Providence and gives examples of some of the resources available throughout Rhode Island.
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66 Benefit Street , Providence, RI, 02904
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother was a resident for 1 month.She went there for rehab ,after 1 month stay at Miriam Hosp.She really liked the people who were there to help her return to her old self & to us.The staff was always courteous & helpful. She enjoyed the meals.The..."
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455 Douglas Avenue, Providence, RI, 02908
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband is doing very well in Berkshire Place. I liked the nursing staff, they're very good with the care of the residents there. He is on the first floor. If a person has problems with behavior issues, as he did at the time, they will go into the..."
READ MORE50 Maude Street, Providence, RI, 02908
3.7
(3 reviews)
"I went here after spinal surgery. The rehab was fantastic, nurses were nice and I got home sooner than I anticipated. ..."
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100 Borden Street , Providence, RI, 02903
"Steere House Rehab was an amazing facility for short term care! Sharon in PT and her team are simply awesome! So very dedicated and committed to the patient! The CNA staff is outstanding especially Charmainne, Moses and Amy! Always so positive with a..."
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135 Dodge Street , Providence, RI, 02907
1.0
(3 reviews)
"This place is horrible the staff is horrible and rude and don’t care. They treat my parents horrible In this place and I will like this place to be shut down. They hire staff that don’t care about the patients and only care about a paycheck. I don’t ..."
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99 Hillside Ave , Providence, RI, 02906
1.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend went to Summit Commons, and it was atrocious. It was so bad that I put a complaint with the state. The place was not clean, and the food was inedible. If I didn’t go there and change the bed, wash him, and take care of him, it didn't get do..."
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500 Waterfront Drive, East Providence, RI, 02914
3.7
(19 reviews)
"You provided me, as well as my family members and friends, information and counseling that enabled us to navigate "these difficult waters". It has been a long and sad journey for me. What kept me going, however, were the kindnesses shown by the careg..."
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2 Cherry Hill Road , Johnston, RI, 02919
4.4
(10 reviews)
"My friend will be going to Cherry Hill Manor. It's very clean, and the staff is very friendly. The food is excellent, and the rehab is good. He was there once before. I love the place. ..."
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49 Old Pocasset Road, Johnston, RI, 02919
4.3
(9 reviews)
"My father was at Briarcliffe Gardens Memory Care Assisted Living. They were very caring and very attentive to all his needs. Their communication was always open with me, letting me know what his needs were and what they would do for him. They were ve..."
READ MORE80 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI, 02917
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Heritage Hills was wonderful. I was completely impressed with it. Things were nice and it’s all on one floor. They were very caring and easy to communicate with. It smells good, it’s clean, and they were on top of everything. They were taking him aro..."
READ MORE964 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI, 02860
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Jeanne Jugan Residence Home for my father, and he's very happy there. They have van trips for ice cream and they look at scenery. They also have bingo, religious things like daily mass and rosary every day, and they also have a coffee shop. ..."
READ MORE30 Alexander Avenue , East Providence, RI, 02914
"Linn Health and Rehabilitation was really good. They worked with the residents and were really good with my husband. They got him where he was doing therapy every day, five days a week. The food and everything about it was good. It was a nice and cle..."
READ MORE83 Corona Street, Warwick, RI, 02886
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother went to Sunny View Nursing Home for rehab, they were very nice and very compassionate. It's an older facility but it's very, very clean and very homey. They had arts and crafts, and they had games. They had a chapel, and the rooms were kin..."
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100 Chambers Street, Cumberland, RI, 02864
4.4
(5 reviews)
"Mother has been in rehab and respite, staff wonderful. Rooms are nice and clean. ..."
READ MORE1 Evergreen Drive, East Providence, RI, 02914
"In 11/2020 during the COVID restrictions my mother had an accident and was hospitalized and released/ transferred to Evergreen House for short term rehab. She was there around 3 months before her passing. This was a difficult time for our family si..."
READ MOREA semiprivate room in a Providence nursing home costs, on average, $9,733 per month, while seniors who prefer private rooms typically pay $10,646.
In comparison to the average American city, where monthly nursing home costs are $7,756, Providence’s fees of $9,733 are at the higher end of the scale. This is also true when comparing Rhode Island’s capital to the rest of the state, where fees are in the region of $8,669.
However, cities in neighboring states show Providence to be the most affordable in the region. Journeying 80 minutes to Barnstable, Massachusetts, sees costs of $13,326, while up in Boston, they’re $13,383. In Connecticut, Hartford’s seniors pay $13,079, while in Norwich, it’s $12,463.
Providence
$9,733
Rhode Island
$8,669
The United States
$7,756
Barnstable, MA
$13,326
Boston, MA
$13,383
Norwich, CT
$12,463
Hartford, CT
$13,079
Comparing the costs of other forms of care can be useful as seniors may transition through care levels as they age. The most affordable option is adult day care, which typically costs $1,636 for care during normal working hours. Assisted living, at $4,950, is a good option for seniors who can live independently but prefer to have help nearby. Seniors at home can get home care for $5,529 per month and home health care for $5,815. In nursing homes, semiprivate rooms are typically $9,733, while private rooms cost $10,646.
Home care
$5,529
Home health care
$5,815
Adult day care
$1,636
Assisted living
$4,950
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$9,733
Nursing home (private room)
$10,646
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Providence has a wealth of resources for seniors who are able to remain at home with support and those living in nursing homes. The following provides examples of some of those resources, some of which may help with costs and others with daily living support.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | (401) 462-3000 | The Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging provides several options to help seniors in Providence get around for free or at a reduced cost. These include the Elderly Transportation Program (ETP), a curb-to-curb service for adults aged 60 and over who don’t have access to transportation. There is also the Reduced Fare Bus Program for the 65+ age group on low incomes, and a free non-emergency transportation system to take adults aged 60 and over to their medical appointments. |
| Rhode Island Pharmaceutical Assistance to Elders (RIPAE) | (401) 462-0560 | RIPAE is a plan that contributes to the costs of approved medications for adults aged 65 and over during the Deductible stage of their Medicare Plan D plans. There are three levels to the program, each providing varying degrees of support based on the individual’s level of income. A fourth level of the plan assists adults younger than 65. |
| State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) | (888) 884-8721 | SHIP is a state-sponsored program that aids seniors who are Medicare beneficiaries and those who are preparing to apply for health care insurance. The program’s counselors can clearly explain Medicare and its associated plans, such as Medicare Advantage, and provide unbiased information to help seniors make educated choices. The counselors can also assist low-income seniors who may be eligible for Medicaid. |
| VA Aid and Attendance Benefits and Housebound Allowance | (800) 827-1000 | U.S. military veterans in nursing homes, or preparing to enter one, can apply for VA Aid and Attendance benefits to help pay the costs of their accommodation. The monthly payment is also available to the surviving spouses of veterans. Vets still living at home can apply for the Housebound Allowance to meet some of their home care costs. |
| Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island | (401) 351-6700 | Homebound adults aged 60 and over can apply for weekday meal deliveries. They come in two packs, with the meal sealed in a container that can be reheated in a microwave. The second is a pack containing milk, bread and a dessert. The suggested donation is $3, although seniors unable to pay are not refused. |
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Steven Mitchell
1
Review of Bannister Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
This place is horrible the staff is horrible and rude and don’t care. They treat my parents horrible In this place and I will like this place to be shut down. They hire staff that don’t care about...
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Conga
1
Review of Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
My mother’s basic care is not being meet!! They don’t change her diaper and she her clothes are often saturated! They double diaper her also!! I find her wearing the same clothes the next day! She...
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Makia
4
Review of Berkshire Place
My husband is doing very well in Berkshire Place. I liked the nursing staff, they're very good with the care of the residents there. He is on the first floor. If a person has problems with behavior...
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