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The cost of independent living in Bristol is about $5,656 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 290 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Atria Harborhill
55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
44 reviews
9.8
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44 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
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0%
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We left there [date removed], however what we liked the most about the community was their great staff, the great good and the good day trips. Based on the experience we had, we would recommend Atria...
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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1212 Photos available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.8
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90 reviews
9.8
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90 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
8%
3 star
3%
2 star
2%
1 star
3%
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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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1313 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
73 reviews
9.6
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73 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
14%
3 star
5%
2 star
1%
1 star
5%
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Everyone we spoke with was efficient, kind, had answers and were beyond helping. I would absolutely recommend Atria Bay to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. They are beyond fantastic....
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. Included in the monthly rent, ReadyConnect...
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99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
Review score
42 reviews
9.3
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42 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
33%
3 star
12%
2 star
0%
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5%
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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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1616 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
27 reviews
8.4
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27 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
19%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
0%
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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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11 Photo available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
11 reviews
8.0
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
36%
3 star
9%
2 star
9%
1 star
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The staff is very friendly to their residents, and are friendly to us as visitors. I would recommend this facility to anyone who is interested in a place like Prosper.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of the Fall River historical district, the Prosper at Fall River provides gracious urbane living in a cozy, cordially appointed setting. Providing a supportive environment for seniors, the Prosper encourages independence, promotes good health, and provides customized...
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55 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Bella Villa, a small affordable family operated private independent and assisted living facility. Bella Villa accepts individuals that are 50 years of age or older, or disabled. Our staff is highly experienced, courteous, respectful, and are available 24/7 for your personal assistance...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Individuals of discerning taste and cosmopolitan backgrounds have been choosing Bay view and the Cottages at Bay View as their destination for convenient, spacious, attractive and personable living. Bay View and the Cottages at Bay View is designed to accommodate the needs of a mature independent...
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Cost of independent living in Bristol, RI

The average cost of senior living in Bristol is $5,656 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cranston, RI with an average of $5,357 per month.

Independent living costs in Bristol, RI, vs. nearby cities

Bristol, RI
$5,656/mo
$5,473/mo
$6,129/mo

Independent living costs in Bristol, RI, vs. state and national averages

Bristol, RI
$5,656/mo
U.S. national average
$4,179/mo

Independent living costs in Bristol, RI, vs. other senior living options

$6,619/mo
Independent Living
$5,656/mo

Independent living costs in Bristol, RI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$9,795/mo
Studio
$7,221/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,283/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,495/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.
Independent Living$5,656/mo$5,421/mo$4,179/mo
Assisted Living$5,649/mo$5,099/mo$4,765/mo
Memory Care$6,619/mo$6,092/mo$5,515/mo
Independent Living
Bristol, RI:$5,656/mo
Rhode Island:$5,421/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
Assisted Living
Bristol, RI:$5,649/mo
Rhode Island:$5,099/mo
U.S.:$4,765/mo
Memory Care
Bristol, RI:$6,619/mo
Rhode Island:$6,092/mo
U.S.:$5,515/mo
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Independent living costs in Bristol, RI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bristol and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bristol, RI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bristol have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bristol, RI$4,987/mo$4,280/mo+16.5%
Rhode Island$4,161/mo$3,498/mo+19.0%
National$3,147/mo$2,981/mo+5.6%
Bristol, RI
2024 average cost:$4,987/mo
2023 average cost:$4,280/mo
Percent change:+16.5%
Rhode Island
2024 average cost:$4,161/mo
2023 average cost:$3,498/mo
Percent change:+19.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,147/mo
2023 average cost:$2,981/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bristol

Recent reviews for independent living in Bristol

Whaler's Cove in New Bedford, MA

4.8
Thanks to the Whaler's Cove staff to making the decision to join their community an easy one. From day 1, my Dad was welcomed and had everything done to make his transition as simple as possible. They did everything to make him feel right at home...it was like getting a brand new family! I ...
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The Residence at Cedar Dell in Dartmouth, MA

5.0
I was familiar with Cedar Dell after attending many of their events over the years that were open to the public, including luaus, clam boils, holiday parties and more! It is great to enjoy these offerings as a resident now. Everybody is so friendly here and I have made many new friends since ...
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Brightview Commons in Wakefield, RI

5.0
My mother is doing very well here at this community. She has adjusted well to it and I'am pleased. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean. I know she is being cared for well. They have an excellent staff here. She is pleased with the meals. Overall she is safe and good ...
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Bristol independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bristol independent living 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 dietary accommodations in Bristol independent living

Independent living 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
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bristol independent living

Our independent living 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
37.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bristol independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Bristol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bristol, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
87.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Harborhill, Anchor Bay at East Providence and Atria Bay Spring Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bristol, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Bristol, Rhode Island. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Bristol, Rhode Island are Atria Lincoln Place, Anchor Bay at East Providence and Atria Bay Spring Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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