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You should push this property to anyone who is capable of independent living but who would benefit from NOT having to do much cooking. The dining dollars credit and the food are wonderful The staff...
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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.
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The residents and staff are friendly and interesting. The staff go out of their way to be helpful. There are many activities available; my favorites are hiking, exercise classes and music programs. The food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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Beautiful and quiet location on Silver Lake Reservoir. Fairly rural community. Have to travel by car or Wingate van for shopping. Rooms are a better than many of the other facilities I visited for my...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Waterstone at Wellesley is a terrific community. We enjoy living here as well as the residents. A very warm, welcoming community! We recommend highly!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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 along the banks of the Charles River, Waterstone at Wellesley is a premier senior living community offering both independent living and assisted living. Here, a world of luxury, attentive service and convenience come together to support and inspire a rewarding, carefree life.Residents of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Summer VillaSummer Villa is an assisted living community located in Coventry, RI. Coventry, which is situated just west of West Warwick, is home to more than a dozen historic villages. The town’s rich history is evidenced in its beautiful 18th and 19th century homes, farmhouses, churches and...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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This place is like living in a residential hotel. There are many varied programs--fitness, entertainment and intellectual. The people are welcoming and pleasant because we are all owners in this cooperative...
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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.
Laurelmead on Blackstone Boulevard has combined luxurious living accommodations, through individual home ownership, with quality services and amenities since 1994. Designed in the traditional New England style, Laurelmead is situated on 23 acres of wooded, rolling hills overlooking the Seekonk...
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility stands out as a meticulously maintained establishment with a team of warm and accommodating staff members. They go above and beyond to ensure that residents like my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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The price range of Wyndemere Woods worked out for my mother. The staff are very friendly. Activities are offered to the residents. The community is pet friendly and they also have transportation available....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Wyndemere Woods is an assisted living community located in the north eastern corner of Rhode Island in the town of Woonsocket. Deep in the heart of New England, residents enjoy a slower pace of life that is crowned with the annual glorious slow changing of the leaves from deep green to amber to...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Individuals of discerning taste and cosmopolitan backgrounds have been choosing Bay view and the Cottages at Bay View as their destination for convenient, spacious, attractive and personable living. Bay View and the Cottages at Bay View is designed to accommodate the needs of a mature independent...
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THANK YOU to [name removed] for being such a personable and helpful Manager at AHEPA! My 70 yo sister is delighted to live in that community! I am thankful that my sister has such caregivers and friends in...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Kent County, RI

The average cost of senior living in Kent County is $4,681 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Providence, RI with an average of $4,620 per month.

Independent living costs in Kent County, RI, vs. nearby counties

Kent County, RI
$4,681/mo

Independent living costs in Kent County, RI, vs. state and national averages

Kent County, RI
$4,681/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Kent County, RI, vs. other senior living options

$7,200/mo
Independent Living
$4,681/mo

Independent living costs in Kent County, RI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,277/mo
Studio
$2,203/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,242/mo

Senior living costs in Kent County 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: Kent County, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKent County, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Independent Living$4,681/mo$4,860/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,103/mo$5,915/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,200/mo$7,589/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Kent County, RI:$4,681/mo
Rhode Island:$4,860/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Kent County, RI:$6,103/mo
Rhode Island:$5,915/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Kent County, RI:$7,200/mo
Rhode Island:$7,589/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Kent County

Recent reviews for independent living in Kent County

Fairing Way - A Rice Eventide Community in South Weymouth, MA

3.9
It's a good environment for our age group and the amenities and activities are sufficient enough to keep us engaged and comfortable. We picked this community, because of the location and cost.

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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The Glen at Grove Manor in Braintree, MA

4.4
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The overall care and concern for the residents stand out to me. My loved one likes the food and looks forward to the desserts. They have concerts, singing, exercise, classes, arts and crafts, games, and more for the residents ...
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Kent County independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kent County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kent County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kent County, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.6%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Kent County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kent County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kent County, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
37.6%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kent County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Kent County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kent County, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
43.7%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.4%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.4%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.7%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.4%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.7%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Harborhill, Atria Draper Place and Atria Lincoln Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kent County, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
There are 124 independent living facilities near Kent County, Rhode Island. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Kent County, Rhode Island are Atria Draper Place, Cornerstone of Weymouth and Atria Lincoln Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 59% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 57% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 59% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 36% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 65% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 58% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 48% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Portuguese, American Sign Language, French, Italian, Russian, and Polish 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Atria Harborhill, Atria Draper Place, and Atria Lincoln Place 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Atria Harborhill, Atria Draper Place, and Atria Lincoln Place 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Atria Harborhill, Atria Draper Place, and Atria Lincoln Place 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Atria Harborhill, Atria Draper Place, and Atria Lincoln Place
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