My mother is at the Enclave. The staff is knowledgeable, kind and caring. The rooms are kept clean…read moreand tidy and the food is delicious. My mom is very happy and thriving.

I wasn't a staff member of the Holiday Retirement; I was an agency nurse covering the shifts there…read moreas needed. In my opinion, it's a place that provides a home-life atmosphere for the residents. The nurses, med techs and, especially, the CNAs are caring and dedicated to their patients. The place itself is clean. The software is highly ergonomic and time efficient. I definitely will recommend this place to anyone!

Do not recommend this facility. They tend to dismiss concerns and the nurses aides seemed to hate…read moretheir jobs there. Regret ever having our loved one in this facility.

My parents, unfortunately, were both experiencing health issues when we made the decision to move…read morethem up here from North Carolina to be closer to me. I visited several Independent Living homes and the Village was by far the best. It's set on top of a hill overlooking Waterman lake which is breathtaking from spring through fall. The facility is immaculate and the staff goes out of their way to make sure the residents have the resources they need. One of the first things I noticed when my parents moved in was how friendly and welcoming the other residents are. You can tell people enjoy being there, and my parents did too for their short time there. Their health deteriorated faster than any of us expected and they both needed to be moved quickly into the nursing home. If you meet Moriah, the general manager, (or house mom as my parents called her), she is always dressed to the nines with flawless make-up and four inch heels. When my dad needed to be moved to the nursing home, I noticed she had swapped out her skirt and heels for jeans and sneakers. She and two of the facility nurses pushed my dad down to the nursing home in a rolling recliner to make sure he could be moved comfortably and safely. She did the same for my mom when it was her turn. Moriah set-up the move in days and pushed my mom's wheelchair, this time in her heels, to her new room. If my parents had still been in North Carolina when their health crashed, or in a less accommodating facility, I don't know what I would have done. Every staff member in that place from the top to the bottom did what they needed to do to take care of my parents, and that is an invaluable service when you are dealing with aging loved ones.

My great Aunt recently moved into this facility and it is gorgeous! The staff is so very friendly…read moreand the facility is very clean and sanitary. I feel very comfortable having my aunt here and I can tell that she is getting excellent care. The area is very beautiful and is surrounded by a gorgeous lake.

The Highlands is an assisted-living facility populated by two groups of residents: a…read morehigh-functioning group, some of whom may need medical/personal. attention at some point but are in most respects independent, a wide range of less capable residents who eat most meals in the dining room, and a group who eat and stay in their rooms most of the time. There is also a large group in a segregated floor for those with dementia and memory loss. Very few if any of the residents are intellectually intact. The staff are polite and competent, some are excellent and dedicated, but turnover and absenteeism are high. Assisted showers are possible but the standard is at most once a week. The food is not the worst institutional fare I have ever had, but when combined with poor service and a toxic social atmosphere in the dining room the result is very poor. There have been at least a dozen cooks in my time, and none of them were capable of cooking a Brussels sprout . Waitstaff were nice but oblivious and untrained. The facility is clean and quiet .

A good friend is searching for a facility for her parents who plan to relocate to RI soon. Chloe…read morewas the perfect host, and the tour and explanations were very clear. A chance to visit with a few of the residents showed that folks are happy here and friends are made easily among them and the staff. Highly recommend!

My mother truly loved her time at Laurelmead Independent Living, and as her daughter, I couldn't…read morehave asked for a more welcoming or enriching community for her. From the moment she moved in, she was surrounded by warmth, friendship, and opportunity. The grounds are absolutely beautiful -- especially the peaceful wooded area in the back, where she enjoyed walking and spending quiet time in nature. Inside, the gathering spaces are inviting and thoughtfully designed, making it easy for residents to connect, relax, and feel at home. One of the things she appreciated most was how intellectually and socially engaging life at Laurelmead is. She looked forward to the regular educational talks, musical performances, movie nights, and the many activities that kept each week interesting and fulfilling. There was always something to enjoy, but never any pressure -- just a wonderful sense of community. The dining experience was another highlight. The dining room is lovely, and she genuinely enjoyed the wide variety of menu choices and the quality of the meals. Dining became a social event she looked forward to every day. Most importantly, she made deep and lasting friendships there. Laurelmead gave her not just a place to live, but a vibrant community where she felt connected, stimulated, and happy. Our family is so grateful for the caring environment and the joyful years she experienced at Laurelmead. I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone considering independent living for themselves or a loved one.

The Laurelmead lifestyle offers a wide variety of cultural, educational, social and fitness…read moreopportunities designed especially for those who want the most out of life. Life here is rewarding - and it's also fun! The staff is always willing to go out of their way to make sure you are satisfied.

Really a wonderful place to live. Handsome large apartments. Congenial but not intrusive residents…read more Beautiful view of river, woods and city-scape. Well maintained. Competent staff.

From the owner: "The Best Kept Secret on the East Side of Providence, RI"…read more 55+ Retirement Community featuring thirty 1500 square foot condominiums, underground garage parking, gym, meal delivery, 24/7 security/surveillance. Call us today to schedule a tour at 401-751-3582.

We finally found an assisted living place for our Mom. The admissions person was wonderful and…read moreexplained the levels of care and gave us a tour of several rooms. The great thing is if Mom needs more or less care, she does not have to move! The staff just conforms to her needs, so her room is her room. She has resided at Smithfield Woods for over a year, and we are very happy with the care she is receiving. The place is more than clean- it looks like a hotel or condo and has modern rooms with spacious bathrooms/walk in showers, kitchenettes, A/C, beautiful windows/views, several dining rooms and common areas/reading areas, activities daily, and a full dining room for 3 meals a day. For an extra fee, they have a med tech who will give our Mom her meds (she has too many to keep track of herself). They always have one or more RN's on staff, a maintenance person if you need help putting up a picture, and activity staff who check on the residents frequently during the day to encourage socialization. They have cleaning service who keep our Mom's room neat and clutter-free since she uses a walker/wheelchair. The office is always open during the day if you have a question. Now I am particular about floors/smells, and being a nurse myself, I appreciate the cleanliness and fresh-smelling air of the hallway and common areas. The aides are so friendly and let me say- we all know how understaffed this whole state is when it comes to nursing facilities! The aides go above and beyond for their residents here. Our Mom is safe here and that is the most important! I tell many friends and family about Smithfield Woods for their elderly loved ones. Hopefully many more people will go take a tour and see how nice it is here!

Lovely complex, great staff. Clean and well run. New third floor rooms are beautiful.read more

I think some of the staffs are Rude and not so attentive to the needs of patients sometimes, they…read moredon't really care about them, some of them just want their check but I can not say that everyone is like that, because there's a lot of good people too. I believe that everyone deserve respect and no matter who is, everyone just need love and specially those people who need help and lives their lives in the same way every day. But I gotta say that the nursing department is more friendly. But I hope it gets better little better at least.

1-Star Review My mom…read morehas been staying at Maple since June 5th. At first, everything seemed fine, but as her stay became long-term, her condition started to decline. She stopped eating, became sick, and the care she received did not improve despite multiple emails and requests. They are not changing her diaper on time even though she is incontinent. Staff also do not make a consistent effort to feed her, even though she needs assistance and periodic feeding when she isn't eating on her own. Another major issue is the laundry service. They lose clothes, mix them up, don't return them on time, and use harsh machines and detergents that completely ruin clothing. Items that were in great condition for years became discolored, rough, and worn out after just a short time at the facility. If you leave your loved one here, I strongly recommend doing the laundry yourself from day one. Overall, my experience has been very disappointing. I hope the facility takes these concerns seriously and improves the quality of care and basic services.