St Clare Home in Newport, Rhode Island, delivers two core levels of care—Assisted Living and Memory Care—with a strong emphasis on clinical support. Licensed nurses are on site to manage day-to-day health needs and coordinate specialized services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and cardiac care. Residents who require diabetes management receive monitoring, medication assistance, and nutritional guidance. The clinical team also handles routine health assessments, coordinates physician orders, and facilitates transitions in acuity so that residents can remain in the community as long as their conditions allow.
Beyond direct medical intervention, the community provides a range of supportive care features designed to keep residents comfortable and safe. Incontinence management, ambulatory assistance, and regular laundry and dry-cleaning services are part of the standard offering. House staff schedule regular housekeeping, while transportation for medical appointments ensures continuity of outside care when necessary. For those in Memory Care, structured daily routines and secured environments reduce confusion and wandering risk. Independent Living residents can access many of these services on an as-needed basis, creating a continuum that adapts to changing circumstances.
Living accommodations vary by unit; not every room or suite includes every feature. Options may include private or companion layouts, some opening to landscaped grounds, outdoor walking paths, or small garden areas. Many apartments are wired for cable and internet, and select units overlook the property’s outdoor areas. Inside the main building, residents have access to a library and computer lounge for reading or web browsing. Housekeeping is completed on a set schedule, and on-site parking is offered for residents who still drive.
Dining follows an all-day model with meals available beyond traditional hours. Three balanced meals are served daily, and snacks are on hand in common areas. The culinary team accommodates physician-ordered diets, including carbohydrate-controlled menus for residents with diabetes. Residents may dine in the main restaurant-style room or request tray service during short-term illness or recovery.
Daily life is rounded out by practical and social amenities. An activity center hosts fitness programs, yoga and chair yoga classes, and swimming pool sessions. Clubs and interest groups gather for discussion or projects, while scheduled social outings keep residents connected to the Newport community. Live music, birthday parties, and a weekly happy hour encourage regular engagement, and intergenerational programs bring children and teens into the building for shared events.
