Located near Providence in the Blackstone Valley, a region known for its rivers and historic sites, Pawtucket is home to 2 assisted living communities, and seniors gain 20 more options when considering the surrounding areas. Assisted living costs $6,063 per month in Pawtucket — a price that's relatively inexpensive compared to the state's $6,826 average but surpasses the national norm of $4,500.
We've recorded 266 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Pawtucket, listed below. Residences in the city maintain an average review score of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
123 Armistice Boulevard,, Pawtucket, RI 02860
4.4
(5 reviews)
"My mother is in Darlington Assisted Living Center I. We chose it because it's close to me and they accepted her even though she only has Social Security. I like it. It's nice. You can tell by looking at it they don't have a big budget, but it's very ..."
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56 Maynard Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860
3.0
(1 reviews)
"We visited a lady at Darlington on Maynard and we go there for the rosary every now and then. It seems a pretty clean facility and it's very small. They have a couple of toilets on the first floor. I haven’t noticed a lot of staff around when I was t..."
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85 Beaumont Dr, Northbridge, MA 01534
5.0
AdviniaCare Northbridge, nestled at 85 Beaumont Drive in Northbridge, MA, is a mid‑sized assisted living and skilled nursing community offering 181 licensed beds—27 dedicated to assisted living and 154 to nursing care. Apartments include studio and one‑bedroom layouts, each thoughtfully designed with kitchenettes, private patios or balconies, emergency call systems, air conditioning, and garden views for resident comfort and autonomy. The community also serves a diverse population, offering services such as kosher meals, hospice care, and respite stays, with multilingual staff fluent in English, French, and Spanish Residents enjoy a vibrant mix of daily amenities that enrich both life and wellbeing. From restaurant‑style dining in elegant communal rooms to weekly seasonal cookouts, there’s always an opportunity to socialize and savor quality meals prepared by professional chefs. The on‑site beauty/barber shop, library, game and arts & crafts rooms, indoor atrium, raised garden beds, and laundry and housekeeping services all combine to foster a homelike, maintenance‑free lifestyle. Transportation, private parking, pets, and high‑speed internet further support independent living. What sets AdviniaCare Northbridge apart is its deep staffing and safety expertise, complemented by an attentive team praised for being "wonderful and helpful" and maintaining a clean, fresh environment. With a 7.5/10 rating from residents, the community’s leadership emphasizes responsive care, although some have noted room for improvement in customer relations. Safety features—including fire and smoke protocols in skilled nursing—are stringently adhered to. Nearby, residents can explore the scenic Blackstone Valley, local shops, and parks, with ample regular excursions for shopping, dining out, and cultural outings—an ideal blend of comfort, community, and convenience. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification
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55 Tollgate Hill Farm Rd, Warwick, RI 02886
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My mom moved to All American Assisted Living at Warwick, and it's nice that everything is planned for memory care. We're having good feedback from the staff. They were very attentive and didn't have a large turnaround of staff. It's the same people s..."
$4,250
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655 Commonwealth Ave, Warwick, RI 02886
5.0
(21 reviews)
"My dad, who is 96, has been there for almost a year, and is very happy at Commonwealth House. He tells people it’s not a facility, it’s a real home, and everyone there, residents and staff alike, is part of the family. As soon as we walk through th..."
$6,000
1 Del Pond Drive, Canton, MA 02021
5.0
(10 reviews)
"Orchard Cove was second on our list. Our tour was a very good experience. The facility was clean. The community was welcoming. The staff person who toured us was very knowledgeable and very responsive to our questions. We were very impressed with it...."
$4,555
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369 Pond Street, Ashland, MA 01721
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Mom was at The Residence at Valley Farm for respite care. Everything from the food, the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, and the cleanliness of the place were all good. I've tried a meal once and it was pretty good. Mom's room was very ..."
$4,335
40 Clapboardtree Street, Norwood, MA 02062
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I toured Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree. It's a very nice place, but they didn't have an opening for my mother and father to live together, which is a very big part of it. They've been married for 62 years, and they want to be together. The..."
$7,500
119 E Central St, Natick, MA 01760
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We toured The Residence at Natick South. It has a very beautiful, elegant, and very formal setting. It required furnishing for even a short-term rehab stay. They did not provide a television. They had a white linen dinner every night, a well-appointe..."
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147 Bay Spring Avenue, Barrington, RI 02806
4.8
(26 reviews)
"I toured Atria Bay Spring Village and liked everything, like the dining hall. I liked the fact that there were other amenities inside the building. They had exercise classes close to the bike path. It's very clean. The floorplans were very nice. They..."
$4,095
30 Ledgeview Way, Wrentham, MA 02093
4.8
(11 reviews)
"My mom moved into All American Assisted Living at Wrentham. I chose it because it was like the first one I went to, it was close to my house, and it was very clean. Everybody there is awesome. My mother has not complained about the food. She eats eve..."
$4,400
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40 Robert F. Toner Blvd, Attleboro Falls, MA 02763
4.8
(21 reviews)
"The rooms are modern and comfortable. The food is very well prepared. I would expect nothing less for my mother. The staff however, is beyond compare. They are well trained, hard working and the most caring people you will ever meet. My mom was lucky..."
$4,915
391 Common Street, Dedham, MA 02026
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My friend has moved here. It has the perfect size apartment for her. They're wonderful staff. They're supportive and caring. She can get outside and walk on her own. She is near a close friend who can come over frequently when needed. Food is okay. T..."
$5,495
101 Highland Avenue, Providence, RI 02906
4.7
(8 reviews)
"My brother-in-law has moved into The Highlands on the East Side. It's very good. We liked it because it was the most affordable. We also liked it because it was nice and small. He has trouble walking, so it was nice and easy for him to navigate. Upke..."
$4,500
CARING STARS WINNER
25 Cobb Street, Mansfield, MA 02048
4.7
(28 reviews)
"The Village at Willow Crossings was a terrific place. It was the greatest place you could imagine. I only met two of the staff members. One was the manager, the other was walking the floors, and they were both great. We talked to some of the resident..."
$5,980
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25 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747
4.7
(32 reviews)
"From the moment we first visited Barbara, we knew it was something special. The warmth, professionalism, and genuine care shown by the entire staff made an immediate impression on us—and more importantly, on our loved one. The facility itself is beau..."
$4,595
10 Old Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland, RI 02864
4.7
(15 reviews)
"I toured Chapel Hill Senior Living. I only met two people, but they were very accommodating. The place was well-kept. They seemed to have a lot of activities. They had a plate to show visitors what the people were eating, and if they didn't like that..."
$3,900
1440 Wampanoag Trail, East Providence, RI 02915
4.7
(15 reviews)
"Anchor Bay at East Providence is a little more modern than where Mom is. One of the drawbacks for me is that, depending on the time of day, it's going to be a half hour and 45 minutes to get there. The staff was great, particularly the people showing..."
$4,500
CARING STARS WINNER
75 Minnesota Avenue, Warwick, RI 02888
4.7
(18 reviews)
"Greenwich Farms at Warwick was a very nice place. Everybody was very nice. It was very clean. The deluxe studio has a little kitchenette, so it gives you enough room. It's my first choice. People went out of their way to open the door up for you and ..."
$4,000
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180 Main Street, Walpole, MA 02081
4.7
(18 reviews)
"What my mother was looking for was independent living with one meal a day, and apartments that had a kitchen with an actual stove. The other thing that she wanted was a balcony or an outdoor space, and New Pond Village had all of those things. It was..."
$6,590
Assisted Living
Dominick
5.0
Review of Darlington Assisted Living Center I
My mother is in Darlington Assisted Living Center I. We chose it because it's close to me and they accepted her even though she only has Social Security. I like it. It's nice. You can tell by...
Assisted Living
Richard714210
4.0
Review of Darlington Assisted Living Center I
Darlington was the one I liked the most, and my mother liked it also. The people and the facility itself were very nice. The food was excellent and very good. They take them on shopping trips, they...
Assisted Living
Caring112850650
4.0
Review of Darlington Assisted Living Center I
Darlington was a very sweet place too. It was Victorian and very cute on the inside. Their living spaces were very sweet, and their dining room was very nice. And their living space -- right where...
At $6,063 per month, assisted living costs $763 less in Pawtucket than the Rhode Island average. However, care still costs $1,563 more than the national norm. Due to Pawtucket's proximity to the Massachusetts border, seniors have several interstate relocation options that allow them to save on expenses, such as Worcester, MA, where care costs $378 less than in Pawtucket. However, care costs $756 more in Boston, MA, than in Pawtucket. Cities in Connecticut trend cheaper, with care costing $1,763 less in Norwich, CT.
Pawtucket
$6,063
Rhode Island
$6,826
United States
$4,500
Worcester, MA
$5,685
Boston, MA
$6,819
Norwich, CT
$4,300
Seniors pay $6,063 per month for assisted living in Pawtucket.
Senior citizens who need assistance paying for assisted living might find some help from the Global Waiver program, which is administered through Medicaid and can cover specific aspects of assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.
Assisted living's $6,063 average monthly price in Pawtucket makes this type of care more expensive than most other options. For example, in-home care costs $343 less while offering similar personal care and housekeeping services in seniors' own homes. Home health care costs $152 less than assisted living for skilled nursing, and adult day care costs $4,405 less for support and companionship during business hours. Nursing homes cost $4,127 more than assisted living but offer access to licensed medical treatments and 24-hour skilled nursing to benefit seniors with complex health care needs.
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 Pawtucket was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Providence, was used instead.
Pawtucket 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 Pawtucket, please visit our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.
Pawtucket 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.
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