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Located in Providence County, East Providence is one of the largest cities in the state of Rhode Island. Its senior population is around 9,400. The city has a variety of parks, shopping centers, restaurants and points of interest. Summers are mild with average highs around 83, and winters are cold with approximately 35 inches of snow. The city gets around 203 sunny days per year, so there are plenty of opportunities to explore the area.
Seniors who need help with activities of daily living have access to five assisted living communities within East Providence. These communities cost around $4,950 per month although the actual cost may vary depending on exactly where it’s located, the number of residents and the types of amenities the community has.
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According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in East Providence costs around $4,950 per month, which is the same as the state average. This cost is $650 more than the national average. Compared to states in the region, assisted living in East Providence is less than Massachusetts and Connecticut at $6,085 and $6,300 per month respectively. New York residents pay less at $4,800 monthly.
Seniors looking for a place to retire have a variety of options starting with assisted living in East Providence. Manchester, New Hampshire, has one of the most expensive monthly costs at $7,560 per month. To the north of Providence in Barnstable Town, assisted living is around $6,338. In Hartford and Norwich, Connecticut, the cost of assisted living is around $5,753 and $5,700 respectively. New York City has some of the lowest prices in the area, but it’s still more expensive than East Providence at $5,991.
Note: Data for East Providence was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Providence, was used instead.
Seniors in long-term care in East Providence can apply for the Rhode Island Home and Community-Based Waiver. Designed for low-income seniors and those with disabilities, this waiver covers things like grooming, housekeeping, transportation and meals.
Learn more about this assisted living waiver, including the qualifications and how to apply at our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.
| Contact | Description | |
| East Providence Senior Center | (401) 435-7800 | The East Providence Senior Center provides programs and services to individuals in the area who are aged 55 and older or have disabilities. The center provides education, transportation, volunteer opportunities, health and fitness, nutrition and socialization. The center has three floors with many amenities, including a fitness center, library, coffee shop, computer lab, gift shop, dining area, billiards room and offices. |
| East Bay Community Action Program | (401) 437-1000 | The East Bay Community Action Program coordinates and implements a wide range of services for seniors. These services include case management, delivered and congregate meals, senior companionship programs, personal emergency alert systems and local transportation. |
| Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging | (401) 462-3000 | The Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging helps seniors aged 55 and older achieve a better quality of life through information and resources. The agency advocates for better laws and helps support new policies that protect seniors’ rights. The office provides food and nutrition, disability resources, legal assistance and helps seniors locate the best long-term care facility for their needs. |
| Rhode Island Veterans Affairs | (401) 921-2119 | The Rhode Island Veterans Affairs Office helps men and women who’ve served in the military locate available benefits and compensation. The agency also helps individuals sign up for programs and services, including health care, counseling, education and transitional services. The Aid and Attendance benefit provides a reimbursement to seniors who live in long-term care facilities and need help paying for home- and community-based services. |
| Rhode Island Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (401) 785-3340 | The Rhode Island long-term care ombudsman works to solve problems and complaints filed by residents in long-term care facilities. These problems may be related to health and safety, welfare and individual rights. The ombudsman also makes routine stops at long-term care communities to ensure that they maintain state and federal rules and regulations. |
East Providence assisted living communities are regulated by the Center for Health Facility Regulations. These laws and standards pertain to health and safety, staffing and the general quality of care. Learn more about these regulations at our Assisted Living in Rhode Island page.
