The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Providence, RI

Located just a short drive from Butler Hospital, Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard has two innovative memory care programs: The Terrace, which provides bridging care for early-stage memory loss, and The Neighborhood, for residents with more advanced symptoms. The community features several comfortable amenities, such as gardens and patios for outdoor relaxation and an on-site gym for residents to maintain strength and fitness. Fun daily activities, such as lawn games and exercise classes, are provided in addition to therapeutic programming that stimulates cognition. Wingate's AQUA program also offers access to lifestyle experts to enhance wellness and salon services for residents' enjoyment and relaxation.

Capitol Ridge at Providence was included on our top 10 list because of its ample amenities and access to on-site medical professionals, such as geriatric physicians, limiting the need for residents to travel for health care. The community's Mind and Memory Care program pairs all assisted living amenities and services with five levels of Alzheimer's care to suit seniors with varying symptom severity and assistance requirements. Residents live in a secure environment that allows free movement, and they receive 24/7 access to a dedicated team of caregivers to help provide a sense of familiarity.

Wingate Residences on the East Side provides tailored memory care through The Neighborhood program for seniors with late-stage dementia or severe symptoms. The community partners with leading researchers and Alzheimer's advocacy groups to help ensure care aligns with best practices, and the staff receives monthly online training to keep up-to-date with the latest advancements and knowledge. East Side pairs this commitment to quality memory care with an excellent range of amenities, such as a fitness center that holds up to 20 exercise classes weekly and a concierge to help residents plan their daily schedules. Three chef-prepared meals are provided daily as part of the Mindful Dining Program, carefully crafted to include nutrients such as omega-3 that support cognitive function.

The Reflections memory care program offered by Highlands on the East Side provides customized care matching each resident's dementia symptoms. Staff includes licensed nurses on-site 24/7 to assist with medication administration and other medical needs, and caregivers coordinate directly with physicians. In addition to the community's ample on-site amenities, such as a secure courtyard where seniors with memory loss can spend time outdoors safely, supervised off-site excursions are provided to allow residents to enjoy fresh air and local attractions. Seniors can also attend events and activities at home, such as musical concerts and card games, providing opportunities to stimulate their cognitive abilities and socialize with other residents.

Atria Bay Spring Village earned a spot on this list because of its extensive range of amenities suitable for residents with Alzheimer's, such as secure gardens and walking areas, which may allow seniors with memory loss to experience a more fulfilling lifestyle. Staff follow individualized care plans that pair daily support with Engage Life events — stimulating activities tailored to seniors' physical, social and cognitive needs, such as billiards and exercise. A licensed nurse is on-site 24/7, and Atria Bay also facilitates access to telehealth services and provides transportation to doctor's appointments to help ensure residents maintain good health. Meals can be customized to suit various food restrictions, including diabetic, low-sodium and low-sugar diets.

Greenwich Farms at Warwick provides a care continuum spanning various levels of memory care, assisted living and respite, allowing seniors to adjust their services to match the progressive nature of memory loss. The lowest tiers of the community's Mind and Memory program help foster independence by providing physical assistance where required, while the higher levels are tailored to individuals with severe agitation and confusion. In addition to its highly customizable care plans, Greenwich Farms has a secure floor plan, allowing residents to move freely and a multi-sensory environment to help stimulate cognition during daily life. Texture-modified foods and feeding support are provided to help manage the swallowing difficulties and taste alterations dementia can cause.

We included Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court in our top 10 memory care communities list because of its attentive 24/7 staff and convenient medical services. The residence offers 24-hour access to registered nurses and certified nursing assistants to monitor vitals and attend to residents' needs. Specialists also visit regularly, allowing seniors to receive medical assessments and manage chronic conditions without travel. Several floor plans are available for memory care residents, and both personal and communal spaces are designed to be easy to navigate, reducing the chance of confusion. The community has many amenities that can enhance comfort, such as fireplaces, a library and secure outdoor spaces.

From its simple-to-navigate circular layout and homelike design, Tockwotton on the Waterfront's memory care residence, The Courtyard, is designed to help seniors with Alzheimer's feel comfortable and avoid confusion during daily life. Staff is available 24/7 to assist with bathing, grooming, medication administration and other needs. Caregivers also conduct regular wellness checks to track symptom progression and convenient ancillary services, such as weight management and medical counseling, to help seniors maintain a high quality of life. Amenities include a full-service salon where residents can relax while getting a haircut, shaded walking paths for exercise and a café for social dining.

Brookdale Centre of New England was selected for inclusion in the top 10 because of its extensive experience in memory care. The Clare Bridge approach utilized by the community features stimulating mental activities, including group discussions and puzzles, paired with the B-Fit exercise program that uses exciting movements and dancing to help seniors stay active and maintain their fitness. The Solace program employs more intensive activities, such as music therapy and aromatherapy to help soothe seniors during the later stages of dementia, alongside additional assistance with daily life. Memory care residents can also benefit from consistent caregiver assignments and secure amenities such as an enclosed courtyard.

We featured Halcyon at West Bay in the top 10 in Providence because of the community's beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces and commitment to delivering frequent updates to families, informing them of their loved ones' conditions. Specially trained caregivers staff the community's Reflections memory care neighborhood under the direction of a dedicated dementia coordinator, and a nurse is on-site at all times. Residents can take advantage of opportunities for supervised gardening and exercise outdoors as well as various engaging indoor activities such as cooking, video games and on-site religious services. Delicious chef-prepared meals are provided alongside conveniences such as housekeeping, freeing up more time for socialization and hobbies.