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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Kent County, RI for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Kent County

With close to 164,000 residents, Kent County, Rhode Island, is the second most populous county in the state. Roughly 18.4 percent of these residents aged 65 and older, and may be among the 438,000 Rhode Island seniors impacted by Alzheimer's disease. 

To serve this demographic, specialized memory care services are available through Alzheimer’s dementia special care units, six of which are available throughout the county. In Kent County, and throughout Rhode Island, these facilities are licensed by the Department of Health, Office of Residences Regulation.

  • In terms of violent crime, Kent County receives a rating of 9.5 out of 100, with 100 representing high crime, which is far lower than the U.S. national average of 22.7. Property crime is also lower than the national rate, scoring 23.5, compared to 35.4. This may offer family members peace of mind about the safety of loved ones with dementia.
  • At 113.2, the overall cost of living in Kent County is higher than the U.S. national average of 100, though it is slightly lower than the state average. Housing and transportation costs are the largest contributing factors, something families might want to consider when budgeting for memory care services.
  • The Kent County area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Kent Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  • Kent County has a very humid climate, and while summers are warm, they are short. Winters can be quite cold, with temperatures in the 20s, and the area sees around 34 inches of snow each year. When visiting a facility, family members might want to consider inquiring about the measures they take to ensure residents are safe in cold conditions.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures. 

Paying for Memory Care in Kent County

Memory Care costs in Kent County start around $5,790 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,743 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Kent County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in Rhode Island

Newport County

$8,565

Norfolk County

$7,667

Bristol County

$7,579

Middlesex County

$7,006

Providence County

$6,045

New London County

$5,965

Kent County

$5,790

US

$5,743

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Kent County

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

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Rhode Island page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Kent County

Kent County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Kent County, please visit our Memory Care in Rhode Island page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Kent County

Kent County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Rhode Island are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Rhode Island page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Mark M

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Spring Villa Memory Care

Spring Villa took my brother in who has early onset Alzheimer’s. He was referred from Rhode Island Hospital. It was a smooth transition from the hospital to the assisted living facility. It’s a...

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Isabel Jepson

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Halcyon at West Bay

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...

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Anne

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Centre of New England

Brookdale Centre of New England was just very well kept, nice, and clean. All the attendants were extremely friendly. They had a memory care unit, which was what we needed for my mother. Everything...

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