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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alton, RI

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If your loved one needs memory care in Alton, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Alton, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Alton incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Alton memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Alton, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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It's a facility that really feels like "home." My mother loves it. It doesn't matter what time of day you visit the staff are engaged with the residents who are interacting with each other. My mother is in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Elms Assisted Retirement Campus is located in a beautiful Victorian neighborhood central to downtown Westerly, RI. We are within minutes of safe walking distance to Granite Theatre, Wilcox Park, Westerly Library and many churches, shops and restaurants. Founded in 1985 by onsite Owner Guy...
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55 Floor plans available
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What we think the community could improve on would be bathing the patients, sometimes I come and my moms face is not washed or her teeth not brushed
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community has been COVID free during this pandemic thanks to our dedicated staff! We are now allowing tours inside our building so you can see in person what a beautiful community it truly is!A little help can go a long way.At our senior living community, you’ll have the help you need and the...
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Academy Point is the perfect place for our 95yo mom. She enjoys the activities provided, socializing at meal times and having visitors. The staff is very friendly and everyone knows her name. They check in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Overlooking downtown Mystic Connecticut, Academy Point is a thoughtful, historic renovation of the former Mystic Academy. Much of the original building has been preserved to offer an environment rich in local history and fond memories. As an assisted living community, Academy point provides its...
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My husband was admitted to rehab care at the Groton Regency on[date removed], he was there for almost 3 months. I do not know a lot about the day staff because 90% of the time I went to see him at night...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Groton Regency Retirement, a Senior Living Community, is located along side Groton Regency Center, a skilled nursing facility. Active seniors can enjoy a fun, dynamic lifestyle at Groton Regency Retirement. Our lively community supports each resident's independence, while also offering...
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The staff has been doing an excellent job with what they do. They all work really hard to make everything work. The food is enjoyable and edible, but they can use work when you order something they don't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in a quaint neighborhood village in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, Brightview Commons is the only true retirement living community in the state. Beautifully designed, the community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living residences as well as award-winning Alzheimer's Care known as...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in one of Connecticut’s delightful shoreline towns, you must come see Masonicare at Mystic. This brand new community from one of the state’s most trusted providers of senior services is located on Clara Drive, not far from the Aquarium, and next to a beautiful...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Carriage House at the Elms
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Alton, RI

The average cost of senior living in Alton is $5,671 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Columbia Heights, RI with an average of $5,579 per month.

Memory care costs in Alton, RI, vs. nearby cities

Alton, RI
$5,671/mo
$6,113/mo

Memory care costs in Alton, RI, vs. state and national averages

Alton, RI
$5,671/mo
U.S. national average
$5,373/mo

Memory care costs in Alton, RI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,671/mo

Memory care costs in Alton, RI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,860/mo
Studio
$6,176/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,023/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,250/mo

Senior living costs in Alton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alton, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlton, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Memory Care$5,671/mo$5,768/mo$5,373/mo
Assisted Living$5,163/mo$4,865/mo$4,612/mo
Independent Living$4,876/mo$5,183/mo$4,071/mo
Memory Care
Alton, RI:$5,671/mo
Rhode Island:$5,768/mo
U.S.:$5,373/mo
Assisted Living
Alton, RI:$5,163/mo
Rhode Island:$4,865/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Independent Living
Alton, RI:$4,876/mo
Rhode Island:$5,183/mo
U.S.:$4,071/mo
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Memory care costs in Alton, RI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Alton and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Alton, RI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Alton have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alton, RI$7,272/mo$7,124/mo+2.1%
Rhode Island$6,763/mo$6,115/mo+10.6%
National$5,881/mo$5,646/mo+4.2%
Alton, RI
2024 average cost:$7,272/mo
2023 average cost:$7,124/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$6,763/mo
2023 average cost:$6,115/mo
Percent change:+10.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,881/mo
2023 average cost:$5,646/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Alton

Recent reviews for memory care in Alton

Brightview Commons in Wakefield, RI

5.0
My mother is doing very well here at this community. She has adjusted well to it and I'am pleased. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean. I know she is being cared for well. They have an excellent staff here. She is pleased with the meals. Overall she is safe and good ...
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The Elms Retirement Residence in Westerly, RI

5.0
The Carriage House at The Elms has far exceeded our expectations. Although diagnosed with Alzheimer's, our mother is still fairly high functioning, so we worried that perhaps it was too soon for a memory care unit, and that she would be unhappy. Mom loves her new home! The care she is receiving ...
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Blenheim-Newport in Middletown, RI

4.7
I like the care here for my father. They have a nice staff that is usually very good. We had an issue with him getting the correct medication at the right time. This is a clean community. The meals are very good with a nice variety of choices. They offer him a nice variety of activities to join ...
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Alton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Alton memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Alton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alton, RINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alton memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Alton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alton, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alton memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alton, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
51%
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Availability of select dining options in Alton memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alton, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alton memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Alton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alton, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Alton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Rhode Island memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Alton protect seniors.
Learn about Rhode Island memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Elms Retirement Residence, Brookdale Centre of New England and Academy Point at Mystic are the top-rated memory care facilities near Alton, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Alton, Rhode Island. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Alton, Rhode Island is Elmbrook Village at Bozrah. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Alton, Rhode Island typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Alton, Rhode Island, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Alton, Rhode Island, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Alton, Rhode Island ranges from $35 to $11395. The average Memory Care cost in Alton, Rhode Island is $5,671. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Alton, Rhode Island typically starts at $35. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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