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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Newport County, RI

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 104 independent living facilities in Newport County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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 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.
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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.
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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Having lived at Southport for 4 months, I cannot be happier. Although some of the homes build during phase I have had issues, the homes in phase III are great. Our building inspector was very thorough and...
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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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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.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
At Vineyard Community Living, older people enjoy friendships, old and new. We don’t replace existing family and friends, but surround our residents with a larger sense community and offer respectful, quality services.We know it’s the little things in life that can make a big difference; like...
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Cost of independent living in Newport County, RI

The average cost of senior living in Newport County is $5,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portsmouth, RI with an average of $4,890 per month.

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

Newport County, RI
$5,553/mo
$5,634/mo

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

Newport County, RI
$5,553/mo
U.S. national average
$4,073/mo

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

$5,987/mo
Independent Living
$5,553/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,164/mo
Studio
$6,161/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,370/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,511/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,617/mo

Senior living costs in Newport 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: Newport County, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNewport County, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Independent Living$5,553/mo$5,183/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living$5,014/mo$4,865/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,987/mo$5,768/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Newport County, RI:$5,553/mo
Rhode Island:$5,183/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
Newport County, RI:$5,014/mo
Rhode Island:$4,865/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Newport County, RI:$5,987/mo
Rhode Island:$5,768/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Newport County, RI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Newport County 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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Independent living cost trends in Newport County, RI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Newport County 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Newport County, RI$4,317/mo$4,166/mo+3.6%
Rhode Island$4,317/mo$4,164/mo+3.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Newport County, RI
2024 average cost:$4,317/mo
2023 average cost:$4,166/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$4,317/mo
2023 average cost:$4,164/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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 independent living in Newport County

Recent reviews for independent living in Newport 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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Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield, MA

5.0
The communication with the family is very good. If there are any mistakes the community takes responsibility. They have done a good job at making my loved one is comfortable, social with other residents, and feels at home. There are three meals a day served and there are choices for the ...
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Newport County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Newport County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Newport 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 Newport 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 Newport County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Newport County, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Newport 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 Newport County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Newport County, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Newport 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 Newport County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Newport County, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
62%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
43.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Sakonnet Bay, Blenheim-Newport and Atria Aquidneck Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Newport County, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
There are 104 independent living facilities near Newport County, Rhode Island. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Newport County, Rhode Island are Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Atria Lincoln Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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