Providence County is the largest county within Rhode Island and home to the state capital, Providence. According to Caring’s Senior Living report, Providence is the best living area for Rhode Island seniors and the 17th best in the country for senior quality of life. Given the senior-friendly environment of the area, it’s no surprise that Providence County has a wide range of senior care options available. Residents of this area live within driving distance of all hospitals within the state of Rhode Island, with the best being Miriam Hospital. By driving just over the state line to Massachusetts, seniors can also visit South Coast Hospital.
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Providence seniors should expect to pay an average of $5,720 per month for home care services. Home care is intended for those seniors who need only minor medical help. Seniors who require more skilled medical services, such as IV medication or wound care, should consider home health care.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Providence County– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.