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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bristol, RI

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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, Reservoir and Upper South Providence.
You may also consider nearby communities such as East Providence, Attleboro and North Kingstown.

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Photo of The Residence at Cedar Dell
1919 Photos available
9.7
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32 reviews
9.7
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32 reviews
5 star
85%
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9%
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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...
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1313 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.6
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61 reviews
9.6
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61 reviews
5 star
73%
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3 star
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The overall experience has been great. Mom is very happy and is adapting to her new surroundings. The food is very good. The people are so helpful and the administrators are fantastic to work with. I’m very...
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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99 Photos available
9.8
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58 reviews
9.8
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58 reviews
5 star
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My uncle recently moved into Anchor Bay (one bedroom apt). Having helped him with his choice and move, as well as visiting daily for 2 weeks, I feel like I have a good picture of the facility and how it...
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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55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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28 reviews
9.8
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28 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
26%
3 star
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The staff and residents are so caring. It is a wonderful combination of independence and support. The activities are great and easy to choose what is best for me. Meals are extremely well done. Highly...
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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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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56 reviews
9.0
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56 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
35%
3 star
9%
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The staff here has been great. My mom has been in the memory care unit since just before Christmas. She is very happy and feels safe. It’s so nice to finally spend my time with her as a daughter and not a...
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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Photo of Brookdale Sakonnet Bay
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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39 reviews
9.3
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39 reviews
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33%
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12%
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We are happy with it. Great: the facility and apartments, and many staff. Good: the food OK: the Activities and the rest of the staff.
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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1111 Photos available
9.2
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46 reviews
9.2
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46 reviews
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First, our choice was facilitated by the amazing work of [name removed], who led us through every single step of the process. The room is clean, well adapted for my m's needs, and a good size. The staff...
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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1515 Photos available
9.2
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44 reviews
9.2
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44 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
30%
3 star
6%
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I'm not happy with the services there. I realize that the doctors and NPs don't work at Halycon and are contracted out, but they should be more reliable and able to be reached. I have had an issue for over a...
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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Photo of Atria Aquidneck Place
1616 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.4
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25 reviews
8.4
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25 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
19%
3 star
7%
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This review is long overdue, but comes from the heart. In February, my mother spent a respite stay at Atria Aquidneck Place following a difficult accident. She had sustained multiple injuries - a broken 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.
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...
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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.
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...
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.
Harborhill Place is a senior living residence featuring service-enriched independent and assisted living. It is designed for those who want companionship, special conveniences and a stimulating environment, and for those who need personal assistance with daily living activities now or in the...

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 $5,670 per month.

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

Bristol, RI
$6,143/mo
$6,009/mo
$5,967/mo

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

Bristol, RI
$6,143/mo
U.S. national average
$5,339/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,143/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,415/mo
Studio
$5,862/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,788/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,898/mo

Senior living costs in Bristol 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: Bristol, RI
Column state: Rhode Island
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBristol, RIRhode IslandU.S.
Memory Care$6,143/mo$5,643/mo$5,339/mo
Assisted Living$5,159/mo$4,771/mo$4,587/mo
Independent Living$5,190/mo$4,851/mo$4,064/mo
Memory Care
Bristol, RI:$6,143/mo
Rhode Island:$5,643/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
Assisted Living
Bristol, RI:$5,159/mo
Rhode Island:$4,771/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Independent Living
Bristol, RI:$5,190/mo
Rhode Island:$4,851/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
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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 90 family reviews

9.0
Review score11 facilities90 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 11 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

9.0
Bristol, RI11 facilities
8.9
Warwick, RI20 facilities
8.4
Melville, RI5 facilities

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 90 reviews of 11 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
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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
63.6%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.5%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.8%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
64.2%
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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
72.7%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
23.6%
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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
36.4%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.6%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
14.5%
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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
45.5%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
20%
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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
54.5%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
41.4%
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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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