Highlands on the East Side in Providence, RI offers both Assisted Living and Memory Care, enabling residents to remain in the same community even as care needs change. The team is equipped to support individuals who wander in the morning or evening, have a history of elopement, display combative or other behavioral issues, rely on oxygen, or are under the age of 60. Advanced dementia conditions are accepted, and staff members are trained to manage the unique challenges that accompany progressive cognitive decline.
Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses are on site, and a nurse is on call around the clock to address urgent concerns. Resident safety is reinforced by an activity director who tailors programs to cognitive and physical abilities, a fenced rear area, in-room pull cords, and personal emergency response systems that alert staff immediately. On-site podiatry, a dedicated therapy room, and acceptance of psychiatric diagnoses reduce the need to leave the building for routine care. Team members can assist with bathing, dressing, and toileting when only some physical help is needed, and they can accommodate residents who use walkers, wheelchairs, or require standby or one-person transfers.
Apartments may feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes, furnishings, individual climate controls, cable service, and the option to paint or decorate, but not every unit includes every feature, so prospective residents should confirm availability. Housekeeping and scheduled laundry services relieve residents of daily chores. Independent Living residents can elect medication-management monitoring, housekeeping, laundry, and a monthly meal plan to maintain autonomy with added support.
Meals are offered from a set menu as well as an on-order option, with snacks available throughout the day. Residents may eat in the dining room, request in-room service, or host guests in a private dining room. The culinary team manages special diets such as gluten-free, mechanical-chop, purée, and vegetarian, ensuring nutritional needs are met without limiting choice.
Amenities include resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, and designated outdoor smoking areas. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. The community also offers a barber and beauty shop, movie room, wellness center, library, internet access, communal gardens, concierge services, special-interest clubs, and on-site religious services. A medical-only shuttle and proximity to public transportation simplify travel to appointments and local errands.
