Best Nursing Homes in Providence–Warwick

Facilities:6

Avg Score:59.1

High-Performing:17%

Quick Answer

Providence–Warwick has 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average SunsetWell score of 59.1/100. Top-rated facility: CRESTWOOD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER, INC (score: 82). Typical costs range $6,000-$12,000/month for private pay. 17% of facilities score 75+ (high-performing).

Market Overview

Providence's skilled nursing landscape shows mixed quality with 6 facilities averaging a SunsetWell score of 59.1. 17% of facilities score 75 or higher, indicating limited availability of high-performing options.

The 51-point gap between highest and lowest-rated facilities highlights quality variation in this market. Families should review current state inspection reports, tour multiple facilities, and verify Medicaid/Medicare acceptance before making decisions.

Score Distribution

90-100 (Exceptional)

0 facilities

75-89 (Excellent)

1 facility

60-74 (Above Average)

3 facilities

40-59 (Mixed)

1 facility

0-39 (Lower)

1 facility

⭐ Excellent Options (75-89)

CRESTWOOD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER, INC

Nearby best option

Health: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Quality: ⭐⭐

82(81%)

Excellent

Above Average (60-74)

GREENWOOD CENTER

Health: ⭐⭐⭐

Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

69(69%)

Good

SOUTH KINGSTOWN NURSING AND REHAB CTR

Nearby best option

Health: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐

Quality: ⭐⭐

66(66%)

Good

ROYAL OF WESTERLY NURSING CENTER

Nearby best option

Health: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Staffing: ⭐⭐

Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

65(64%)

Good

✓ Mixed Quality (40-59)

STEERE HOUSE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CTR

Health: ⭐⭐

Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐

Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

42(42%)

Average

⚠️ Lower-Performing (0-39)

ELMHURST REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER

Health: —

Staffing: —

Quality: —

31(31%)

Below Average

⚠️ Note: Lower scores indicate quality concerns. Families should carefully review current state inspection reports, conduct thorough personal tours, and verify current staffing levels before making decisions.

How to Choose the Right Facility

If quality is your top priority:

→ Consider: CRESTWOOD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER, INC
These facilities score 75+ and demonstrate consistent excellence in health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

For urgent placement:

Contact top-rated facilities first to check availability. Consider expanding search to nearby metros if needed. Avoid rushing into lower-scoring facilities—invest time in thorough evaluation even in emergencies.

Important: Always tour facilities personally, review current state inspection reports, and verify Medicare/Medicaid acceptance before making final decisions. Scores provide objective comparison but cannot replace in-person evaluation.

Detailed Comparison

Rank	Facility	SunsetWell Score^® (0-100 weighted)	Percentile (vs. state peers)	Health	Staffing	Quality
1	CRESTWOOD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER, INC	82	81	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐
2	GREENWOOD CENTER	69	69	⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐
3	SOUTH KINGSTOWN NURSING AND REHAB CTR	66	66	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐
4	ROYAL OF WESTERLY NURSING CENTER	65	64	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
5	STEERE HOUSE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CTR	42	42	⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐
6	ELMHURST REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER	31	31	—	—	—

Additional Resources

State Oversight

• State Health Department: Check current inspection reports
• Medicare Nursing Home Compare: medicare.gov/care-compare
• State Ombudsman: Resident advocacy and complaints

Financial Planning

• Elder Law Attorney Referral: Plan Medicaid eligibility
• Veterans Benefits: VA Aid & Attendance
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Review policy coverage

Disclaimer: This guide is educational only. SunsetWell scores are based on CMS data and peer-group analysis. Always tour facilities personally, speak with staff, review current state inspection reports, and consult healthcare professionals before making placement decisions.

Last updated: January 2025 | Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare, State Health Departments, SunsetWell Analysis