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Covering about 20 square miles, Providence serves as Rhode Island’s capital and most populous city. In 2024, the local cost of assisted living comes to around $7,040 per month, outpacing...
This guide includes an overview of assisted living facilities throughout the Providence region, which consumers typically rate at 4.3 out of 5 stars stars. Learn more by reading through the 681 reviews reviews below.
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353 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence, RI 02906
4.5
(15 reviews)
"I went to see Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard. It was a big high-rise building, so it was tough to get from place to place in the building. It was very big but it had everything. My biggest problem with this place was that it was pricey. T..."
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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..."
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One Butler Avenue, Providence, RI 02906
4.6
(8 reviews)
"My sister was there a few weeks recuperating from a fall at home. Everyone there were so passionate and caring. She had a beautiful room , she enjoyed all the meals that were served and had many social activities to join in if she was interested. S..."
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700 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908
4.1
(20 reviews)
"I was able to visit Capitol Ridge at Providence. It was on par with the other place I toured, the amenities there were great, and close to everything. The problem that I had was it was too far for my mother to travel, so she wanted to be closer to ho..."
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109 Melrose Street, Providence, RI 02907
4.0
(5 reviews)
"Saint Elizabeth Court is a wonderful, clean facility with good food and kind and caring staff. My mom, who has dementia couldn't be happier there! She has lived there for three years now and has made many good friends. I would highly recommend it to..."
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670 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My grandmother was a resident at Charlesgate Nursing Home/Assisted Living. She had been tranported to and from the hospital on multiple occasions for various illnesses. The nursing staff, staff and aids did everything in their power to make the vario..."
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153 Dean Street, Providence, RI 02903
2.0
(1 reviews)
"I didn’t like Arbor Hill. When we went there it's not clean. The place was very dark and dingy. The rooms were dingy too. I didn’t like how the residents would line up to get their medications and I felt that wasn’t very private, but the director was..."
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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 ..."
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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..."
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55 Tollgate Hill Farm Rd, Warwick, RI 02886
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My sister moved into All American Assisted Living at Warwick. The place is great. It was the cleanest place I had seen. They handled all the care I needed for my sister. The staff is fabulous and very, very helpful. The food is very good. My sister's..."
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147 Bay Spring Avenue, Barrington, RI 02806
4.8
(25 reviews)
"Atria Bay Spring Village was a very nice place. My father-in-law was there, so we know about it. It was a little large for my brother-in-law, so we chose the other place, but it's a nicer facility and had more activities and much newer grounds and ro..."
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75 Minnasota Avenue, Warwick, RI 02888
4.8
(17 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 ..."
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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..."
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40 Robert F. Toner Blvd, Attleboro Falls, MA 02763
4.8
(20 reviews)
"I went to The Branches of North Attleboro. It was excellent. Top notch. The staff is awesome. He was perfect. That place was amazing. They weren't doing any construction or anything, so I could see everything. Everything was perfectly clean. The room..."
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25 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747
4.7
(29 reviews)
"Atria Draper Place is a lovely place. It's beautiful and clean. It's a nice small community. The woman was very caring. Unfortunately, it is a little further than my friend was comfortable going. The rooms were nice. Every room was a little bit uniqu..."
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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..."
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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..."
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444 Wilbur Ave., Somerset, MA 02725
4.7
(7 reviews)
"I visited Clifton Assisted Living last week to look at their assisted living. The tour was fine. It was a nice, small community that was very well-kept. I can't comment on the type of care the residents receive, but the place looks very appealing. It..."
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303 Valley Road, Middletown, RI 02842
4.5
(10 reviews)
"I am amazed about the number of activities provided for the residents...."
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2783 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI 02889
4.5
(18 reviews)
"My husband's room is spacious and clean always. Lots of light through sliding glass doors which are kept closed but can be open to let a little air in. The staff is exceptional -truly all of them. However, the Program Director is fabulous, Johanna..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in Providence charge standard baseline rates of approximately $7,040 per month. While this rate exceeds the national norm of $5,350, it’s consistent with costs in many other New England cities. Seniors in Hartford, CT, pay lower rates of around $5,248, but fees in Norwich, CT, run considerably higher at roughly $15,750.
Providence
$7,040
Rhode Island
$5,830
The United States
$5,350
Norwich, CT
$15,750
Hartford, CT
$5,248
Worcester, MA
$6,906
Springfield, MA
$6,368
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Providence and 12 other cities in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island provides funding for an SSI Enhanced Assisted Living Program to adults aged 65 or older who meet the specific guidelines. Such individuals must not require the extensive medical services of a nursing home.
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.
Inflation is driving an increase in the costs of assisted living in Providence. Prices have risen nearly 18%, from $3,330 in 2022 to $3,929 in 2024. However, Providence prices are 20% lower than the U.S. average. While nearby cities experienced similar price increases, Providence is still the least expensive option. East Providence costs rose 18%, jumping from $4,483 to $5,290. Barrington changes were similar, rising 18% from $4,567 to $5,389. Warwick also had an 18% spike, from $5,352 to $6,315, making it the highest in the area.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | $3,330 | $3,648 | $3,929 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Rhode Island | $4,706 | $4,997 | $5,065 |
| East Providence | $4,483 | $4,912 | $5,290 |
| Barrington | $4,567 | $5,004 | $5,389 |
| Warwick | $5,352 | $5,864 | $6,315 |
In Providence, assisted living residents incur a monthly expense of around $7,040. While nonresidential senior care solutions typically cost less, prices for options that include skilled nursing trend higher. In-home care agencies charge about $6,864, and adult day health care facilities set rates near $2,600. However, seniors who choose private home health care pay roughly $7,627, and nursing home fees run close to $13,399 for semi-private accommodations.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,627
Adult Day Health Care
$2,600
Assisted Living Facility
$7,040
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,399
There are many resources in Providence,RI that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Rhode Island state page.
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Providence seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Raymond's St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry - Providence | 401-351-4224 | In partnership with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP), Saint Raymond's Roman Catholic Church runs a Food Pantry in Providence, RI, that provides food assistance to seniors and bedridden or housebound individuals. The SVDP state office delivers food packages every week to eligible recipients who have applied for the service. The packages include canned goods and nonperishable items. For more information, contact the Saint Raymond's office by phone at (401) 351-4224. |
| Federal Hill Food Center | 401-421-1095 | The Federal Hill Food Center is a community service of the Federal Hill House and offers fresh produce and canned goods to food-insecure residents of the Providence area. Seniors can visit the pantry twice per month and pick up one week's worth of food each time. In addition to its food offerings, the FHFC helps connect seniors to other supportive services in and around the Providence area. The Center is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. |
| Olneyville Food Center | 401-714-0057 | Located in Providence, RI, the Olneyville Food Center provides food assistance for seniors in the area. The food center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Seniors can visit twice a month to receive up to a week's worth of food, including fresh produce. They can also receive nutrition education resources and referrals for other community services. |
| Rhode Island Community Food Bank - Providence | 401-942-6325 | Based out of Providence, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank works in conjunction with roughly 150 food pantries throughout Rhode Island to help provide food boxes for seniors and other food-insecure state residents. There are no income restrictions on who may receive assistance through the network's food distribution points, though documentation requirements vary by individual location. In addition to working with local food banks, the RICFB also helps seniors sign up for government assistance programs such as SNAP and CSFP. |
| Rhode Island Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) - Providence | 401-222-4700 | The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides low-income Rhode Island seniors with up to two free food boxes per year. Local farmers provide the seasonal produce, which can range from herbs to fruits. Each box, worth approximately $25 and containing five to seven produce items, is available at different locations. Seniors aged 60+ who are Rhode Island residents and meet income eligibility requirements can sign up online for the program and view pick-up locations via a map or list. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Providence collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Assistive Technology Access Partnership (ATAP) - Providence | 401-871-1145 | ATAP is an umbrella organization that helps groups around the state provide assistive technology to residents. Its device reuse program can help people access durable medical equipment. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Providence seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Disability Rights Rhode Island - Providence | 800-733-5332 | DRRI is an advocacy group that provides representation to disabled people throughout the state. Although it doesn't provide durable medical equipment directly, it can help people find funding from public sources and may also represent people who have been denied or who are incurring delays in acquiring equipment from Medicare and Medicaid. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Providence have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Providence | 401-273-2000 | WAP reduces heating bills by making homes more energy-efficient. Services include installing insulation, reducing drafts and providing proper ventilation. It can also install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. |
Social Security offices in Providence help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Providence Social Security Office 02903 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working |
Seniors can apply for tax assistance from several Providence resources. Elderly residents and those with disabilities could be eligible for tax exemptions on medical expenses, reductions on property tax and other tax assistance programs.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Property Tax Relief Program - Providence | 401-574-8829 | Rhode Island provides property tax relief to seniors through a tax credit on personal income tax. A percentage of income is allowable as credit, based on the household income. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Providence, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| RIde Paratransit Program - Providence | 401-781-9400 | This ADA program provides on-demand transportation for seniors with mental or physical disabilities in Providence and nearby areas. Advance reservations are required, and residents must pay a contribution for each trip. Service animals can ride for free, and vehicles can accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility devices. |
Low-income seniors who are struggling to meet the costs of maintaining their homes can find support from organizations that offer assistance with utility and energy bills. Providence retirees could also qualify for emergency funding programs if they're in danger of losing utility services due to unpaid invoices.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - Providence | 401-273-2000 | LIHEAP helps low-income households pay their heating bills through grants paid directly to fuel vendors or utility companies. Crisis assistance is also available if households have a shutoff due to unpaid bills, an inability to pay for fuel or a heating system failure. |
| Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) - Providence | 401-273-2000 | LIHWAP helps low-income households maintain access to drinking water and wastewater. One-time payments can be made directly to utility companies for people who have past-due bills and are at risk of having services terminated. |
Providence retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Providence VA Medical Center | 401-273-7100 | The VA Providence Health Care Center in Providence, RI, provides veterans and returning service members with basic medical treatment and mental health services. Counselors at the center, which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, help individuals deal with depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, OCD and other mental health difficulties. Social workers are also available to assist veterans, families and caregivers with finances, housing and transportation. |
Providence Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in RI are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page for more information about these laws.
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Robert
5.0
Review of The Highlands on the East Side
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...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#BD0806B
4.0
Review of The Highlands on the East Side
My aunt moved into The Highlands on the East Side. The community itself is beautiful. It's very clean. So far, she's been there for like a week, so we've seen it very clean. The staff is friendly...
Assisted Living
Anita
4.0
Review of Capitol Ridge at Providence
I liked the Capitol Ridge at Providence itself. One of the facts that I liked the best was that they have their own staff, that they don't use an agency. That was a real plus to me. The staff...
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