Best Assisted Living in Providence, Rhode Island
7 communities found
Providence offers 7 assisted living communities, all residential, with an average rating of 4.4 across 181 reviews read. None currently publish pricing or accept Medicaid, and all 7 communities offer wheelchair accessibility, emergency call systems, 24-hour staff, social activities, housekeeping, and medication management.
- 7communities
- 4.4average rating, 7 rated
- 181family reviews read
From $3,800/moCapitol Ridge at Providence
Providence, Rhode Island
4.8(57)
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Wingate Residences on the East Side
Providence, Rhode Island
4.6(59)
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Charlesgate Senior Living Center
Providence, Rhode Island
5(4)
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Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living, formerly Saint Elizabeth Court
Providence, Rhode Island
4.6(8)
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Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard
Providence, Rhode Island
4.4(29)
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Arbor Hill Assisted Living
Providence, Rhode Island
3.6(5)
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The Highlands on the East Side
Providence, Rhode Island
3.5(19)
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Best-rated assisted living in Providence
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (57 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Families praise the caring staff and active social calendar at Capitol Ridge, though some note rising costs and a more clinical feel.
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Wingate Residences on the East Side
4.6 (59 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Wingate Residences on the East Side draws praise for warm staff, good food, and cleanliness, with a few concerns about nursing incidents and billing.
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Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living, formerly Saint Elizabeth Court
4.6 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living
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Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard
4.4 (29 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
At Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard, families praise dedicated staff and leadership, though some cite overnight understaffing and cleanliness issues.
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3.6 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living
Arbor Hill Assisted Living gets mixed reviews, with some families praising staff advocacy and others reporting rude or inattentive care.
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The Highlands on the East Side
3.5 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
The Highlands on the East Side earns praise for caring staff and its memory care unit, alongside one serious account of cleanliness and billing concerns.
What families say about assisted living in Providence
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Providence communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff (86% of 7 communities) and the building and grounds (86%), with activities, cleanliness, and memory care each mentioned favorably by 57%. At the same time, 57% raise concerns about staff attitude and about cost and billing, while 29% point to staffing levels, turnover, or cleanliness lapses.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 86%
- Building and grounds 86%
- Activities and social life 57%
- Cleanliness 57%
- Memory care 57%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 57%
- Cost and billing 57%
- Staffing levels and turnover 29%
- Cleanliness 29%
“Wingate Assisted Living is a lovely place where residents feel right at home. The spaces are airy, and there are amenities such as a pool, gym, library, TV room, dining room, and music room. It is a wonderful place for your elderly, retired loved ones, where they will find kind and friendly people.”
“Wonderful place to call home. The staff are all caring, compassionate and great at what they do. Coming here was a great decision.”
“My parents are residents at Wingate at Blackstone. I cannot say enough about the staff. Valerie, the Executive Director, leads by example with caring, compassion and wisdom. Her team follows suit. The facility is clean and well run and has been very good for my parents.”
Assisted Living in Providence: the figures
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (7), emergency call system (7), 24-hour staff (7), social activities (7), housekeeping (7), medication management (7).
How families pay for assisted living in Rhode Island
Most families in Rhode Island cover the cost of assisted living, memory care and independent living out of their own pockets, at least at first. That usually means a combination of savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Some families have long-term care insurance policies that help offset the monthly cost, and it is worth reviewing any policy closely to understand what it covers and for how long. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can help pay for the cost of care, and it is worth asking a VA representative whether a particular situation qualifies.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Rhode Island.
Assisted Living near Providence
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Providence3.1 mi | 15 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.1 mi |
| North Providence3.2 mi | 8 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.2 mi |
| Cranston3.7 mi | 14 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Pawtucket3.7 mi | 10 | 4 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Johnston5.1 mi | 9 | 4.6 / 5 | 5.1 mi |
| Lincoln7.1 mi | 6 | 4.1 / 5 | 7.1 mi |
| Warwick7.5 mi | 31 | 4.2 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| Cumberland9.3 mi | 6 | 3.9 / 5 | 9.3 mi |
All of Rhode Island: Assisted Living in Rhode Island. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Providence, 181 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Providence ask about.
- Home Care in Rhode Island: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Providence: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Providence, Rhode Island?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in Providence, Rhode Island, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Providence are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Capitol Ridge at Providence (4.8★, 57 ratings), Wingate Residences on the East Side (4.6★, 59 ratings), Saint Elizabeth Assisted Living, formerly Saint Elizabeth Court (4.6★, 8 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Providence?
Beyond assisted living, Providence has home health (7 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), at-home care (5 communities), independent living (5 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Providence?
Families rate Providence assisted living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 181 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Providence assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Providence communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 86%), building and grounds (mentioned for 86%), activities and social life (mentioned for 57%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (57%), cost and billing (57%), staffing levels and turnover (29%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Providence bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
