Rhode Island Assisted Living

Rhode Island represents the northeast in every aspect. Many of the picturesque views that you find in calendars of lighthouses on the Atlantic coast and other landmarks are exactly what you will find in Rhode Island.

Additionally, the smallest state in the U.S. in terms of land size also has some very splendid assisted living centers and other services for the elderly. The state is connected to the well-established New England healthcare networks, so the services and treatment available are always top notch.

For seniors that cherish the northeast but are looking for a bit of an escape in their later years, Rhode Island is far less populated and crowded compared to many other states in the region. The quality of life is fantastic, and traffic and high volumes of noise are not present here.

Rhode Island is also within range of a number of big cities like Washington D.C., New York City, Philadelphia and Baltimore so friends or family that may live in the area can therefore visit often.

Rhode Island has a population of 1+ million. Growth in the state is at a standstill because there is little space for new senior housing considering the tiny boundaries of Rhode Island. As a result, expect to find some waiting lists at some of the more prestigious assisted living complexes.

Assisted Living in Rhode Island Monthly Costs

While Rhode Island is one of the most beautiful places to live in the country, that value does come with a steep price. Rhode Island senior housing costs are very expensive, which is partly due to the high quality of living and also the selection, as the state simply only has so much space to offer places for seniors to live.

Consequently, expect the average room at an assisted living center in the state to cost $4,200 per month, several hundreds above the national figure.

The most expensive assisted living homes in the state are found in places like Barrington, Portsmouth, Tiverton, South Kingstown, and East Greenwich.

Pawtucket, Woonsocket, East Providence, Cranston, and Providence have some of the most affordable senior living rates based on average monthly medians.

Rhode Island Assisted Living Financial Aid

Under the state’s Medicaid system, the Global Consumer Choice Compact Waiver can assist with costs related to elderly care like senior housing. It is not to be confused with Rite & Home, another form of financial assistance for the elderly yet only available for in-home services.

The non-Medicaid SSI Enhanced Assisted Living program can also help with as much as $1,200 monthly for assisted living costs.

Various Types of Assisted Living in Rhode Island

Rhode Island Department of Health handles licensing related to assisted living. The state has three different types of ALFs that they break down into the following categories: Assisted Living Residences, Limited Health Services, and Special Care Units.

Assisted living residences have the most traditional services related to ALF care including daily meal prep and servings, regularly scheduled programs and activities, housekeeping and laundry services and assistance with daily tasks.

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