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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bristol, RI
If your loved one needs memory care in Bristol, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Bristol, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Bristol incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Bristol memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Bristol, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Blackstone, Upper South Providence and West End.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Attleboro, Providence and East Providence.
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9.9
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32 reviews
Overall, the community is very nice. I especially enjoy walking the grounds to see the nature we are surrounded by. I love reading large print books from the library. We recently found out that we will be...
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.
Welcome to the newly renovated Residence at Cedar Dell!Located in Dartmouth Massachusetts, a tranquil south coast town, our community which recently received a $1.5 million full community renovation, is nestled on ten acres of land. We offer 61 apartments that are a combination of studio, one and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1313 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
67 reviews
Our family and our mom made the best decision this past summer. Mom joined the independent living community at Atria and was been through happy ever since. She even took or a new spot bocce at age 90! Go mom...
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.
At Atria Bay Spring Village, residents will find a picturesque senior living community with a vibrant social calendar. Enjoy reading a book or chatting with friends in cozy community lounges, or on sunny days, relax in our beautiful, serene courtyards. Atria Bay Spring Village is near Barrington...
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9.7
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66 reviews
My Mom moved into Anchor Bay following a rehab stay after a fall, in October 2020. She has been a resident for 4 years and counting. The staff is and has always been incredibly friendly, attentive and...
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.
Situated near One Hundred Acre Cove Nature Preserve with beautiful water views, Anchor Bay at East Providence is a vibrant, cozy senior living community located near Rhode Island Hospital, Miriam Hospital and Roger Williams Hospital as well as Seekonk Shopping Center, RISD Museum and Haines...
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77 Floor plans available
9.5
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29 reviews
My husband isn't very sociable so he didn't join in many activities. He had some complaints about the food but I think his biggest problem was that he just wanted to be home. I was pleased with his care...
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.
Situated in a stately mansion, Atria Harborhill is a welcoming community where residents are encouraged to lead healthy, active, independent lives. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the grounds, sit and catch up with friends, or participate in one of many daily activities. Centrally located in the...
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9.2
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56 reviews
Our loved one is very happy at Greenwich Farms at Warwick and we like that the staff really look out for her. It feels homey. Our loved one also has found a nice community of residents for socializing.
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.
Greenwich Farms at Warwick located in Warwick, RI is a Benchmark Senior Living independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle?...
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9.1
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46 reviews
We chose Anchor Bay at Greenwich because of their willingness to work with us and their fast response time. The location was also a factor. The staff is very accommodating and kind. They understand.
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.
Situated near the Atlantic Ocean in historic East Greenwich, Anchor Bay at Greenwich is a warm, suburban senior living community located near Kent County Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, as well as Warwick Mall, Providence Place Mall, Goddard Park and Chelo’s on the Water. Wake up every day in...
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55 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
39 reviews
It is a nice place. In a nice location and the staff at that time were all pleasant and accommodating. We picked this community because of the availability for the dates we needed.
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities.Brookdale is open to new residents. Reach out to us and we can provide a virtual tour.With scenic views of Narragansett Bay, the Mount Hope Bridge and the Sakonnet River, our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, has four...
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8.3
Review score
44 reviews
Facility is very clean, inside and out. Staff is great. Lot's of common areas inside and out, and great activities. They have different room sizes available depending on your loved ones wants and needs.
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You...
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99 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
25 reviews
For me, it came down to having the availability of memory care for my wife, but once here, I was pleasantly happy with the overall experience here. I would and have recommended it to others.
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.
At Atria Aquidneck Place, you'll find a supportive community with New England charm and the comforts of home. Take a leisurely walk with friends and family around our beautiful five-acre campus, or shop in nearby historic Newport. Atria Aquidneck Place is conveniently located close to local...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Fall River, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Part of community for more than 35 years, our 102-bed facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need...
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Cost of memory care in Bristol, RI
The average cost of senior living in Bristol is $6,143 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wakefield-Peacedale, RI with an average of $5,826 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bristol, RI vs. nearby cities
Bristol, RI
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bristol, RI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bristol vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Bristol, RI by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Bristol over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Bristol
Recent reviews for memory care in Bristol
Capitol Ridge at Providence
4.5
I appreciate your courtesy, and promptness in returning all my messages, and patience with all my questions. Your organization, professionalism, and support helped make our family's special day an occasion to remember with :) Also, please extend my thanks to any other "behind the scenes" ...
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Wingate Residences on the East Side in Providence, RI
4.5
I want to praise the staff at Wingate on the East Side for their prompt and compassionate response to a referral that I made on behalf of a patient. They were flexible with schedules, interviews and special requests, and were very adaptable when our plans changed. I was always able to reach ...
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Autumn Glen at Dartmouth in North Dartmouth, MA
5.0
Previously my love one was at a different facility and I will say that it is much better for her. They provide a lot of nice programs that they run. They do have a Memory Care section and I find that the people here are just more caring. The staff team is very knowledgeable and communicative. If ...
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Bristol review score based on 101 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 10 Bristol memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bristol review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Bristol review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Bristol memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 101 reviews of 10 Bristol memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bristol resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Bristol, RI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Bristol memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bristol memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bristol, 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 Bristol 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 Bristol that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bristol, RINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bristol 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 Bristol Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bristol, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bristol 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 Bristol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bristol, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bristol 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 Bristol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bristol, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
60%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bristol 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 Bristol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bristol, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Residence at Cedar Dell, Atria Lincoln Place and The Lighthouse at Lincoln are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bristol, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Bristol, Rhode Island. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Bristol, Rhode Island are The Residence at Cedar Dell, Atria Lincoln Place and The Lighthouse at Lincoln. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Bristol, 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 Bristol, 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 Bristol, 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 Bristol, Rhode Island ranges from $35 to $16760. The average Memory Care cost in Bristol, Rhode Island is $6,143. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bristol, 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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