Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard in Providence, RI

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Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard in Providence, RI

Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard is an assisted living and memory care community in Providence, RI.

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353 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 83 reviews
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Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard Costs & Pricing

At Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard, the monthly costs for various room types reflect both competitive pricing and a commitment to quality care. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $3,750, which is notably lower than the averages in both Providence County ($4,241) and the state of Rhode Island ($4,389). Studio apartments are priced at $4,690 - slightly above the county average of $3,847 but still within reach of the state average of $4,015. The 1-bedroom unit is offered at $5,660; this price surpasses both local and state benchmarks but may be justified by enhanced features or services provided. Last but not least, the 2-bedroom accommodations are available at $6,995 - higher than county ($5,365) and state ($5,810) averages. Overall, while some prices exceed regional norms, they also reflect an environment prioritizing resident well-being and comprehensive care options.

Floor plansWingate Residences on Blackstone BoulevardProvidence CountyRhode Island
Semi-Private$3,750$4,241$4,389
Studio$4,690$3,847$4,015
1 Bedroom$5,660$4,449$4,796
2 Bedrooms$6,995$5,365$5,810

Overall Review of Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Memory care has clear structure

Memory care at this community includes early-stage support and multiple care levels.

Residents and families specifically call out dementia support, including a separate memory care setup and programming geared toward people with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Multiple reviewers mention an early-stage memory center and note the facility uses ongoing assessments to move residents between memory care levels when needed. Families also describe a locked-down memory care floor with code access, and they say the approach helps residents stay engaged rather than being left in front of a TV.

common 10 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Day-to-day activities appear to be plentiful and consistently available.

Reviewers describe a lot going on throughout the day, with residents socializing, participating, and staying busy. Several families mention dementia-appropriate activities and visiting groups, and one reviewer specifically says staff members check on residents who aren’t participating. A few reviews also tie engagement to quality of life after transitions from rehab, home care, or other facilities.

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Meals are frequently a bright spot

Many residents and families praise the quality of meals.

Food comes up often, with reviewers describing enjoyable meals and good dining experiences for residents. One family credits the dining process with making sure residents are accounted for at meal times, and another highlights that the food looks lovely. Dining services also gets mentioned alongside other daily routines, including residents staying active and involved in the community’s spaces.

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Staff care stands out

Families repeatedly describe staff as caring, attentive, and supportive.

The most consistent praise across reviews is the staff’s kindness and hands-on support, including leadership that residents and families feel they can rely on. Reviewers mention everything from nursing and CNAs to housekeeping, front desk, and dining services, often describing frequent check-ins and a welcoming approach. For many families, the staff helped smooth transitions—whether moving from rehab or coordinating care needs during a difficult time.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some families

Several reviewers say the community can be more expensive than expected.

Cost comes up as a recurring concern in a few reviews, with some families calling it pricey or more expensive than other area options. At the same time, at least one reviewer says the cost is worth it and another says it’s less than many in the area, so the experience with value isn’t uniform. Overall, affordability seems to be a factor at decision time for multiple families.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Communication and staffing concerns appear

A few reviews raise concerns about staffing levels or communication.

While many reviewers praise care and attentiveness, some report problems that affect the experience. One reviewer describes the facility as understaffed at night, and another mentions a lack of communication around medication changes, including not receiving a follow-up call. Another comment suggests more staffing may be needed to keep residents sufficiently engaged.

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Features

Housing

  • 96 resident community capacity 96 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Theodore F Green State (9 miles away) Theodore F Green State (9 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Providence, Rhode Island offers a convenient location with various amenities for senior living. With multiple physicians and hospitals nearby, including University Orthopedics and Miriam Hospital, residents have access to quality healthcare services. In addition, there are several pharmacies in the area for easy access to medications and prescriptions. The neighborhood also boasts a variety of restaurants and cafes such as Knead Doughnuts and Starbucks, providing options for dining out or grabbing a quick bite to eat. Parks like Lippitt Memorial Park and Blackstone Boulevard offer green spaces for leisurely walks or outdoor activities. Transportation is easily accessible with Providence Station nearby for trips outside the city. Overall, this area provides a blend of healthcare facilities, dining options, outdoor spaces, and transportation convenience for seniors looking to settle in Providence.

Physicians

  • University Orthopedics (0.2 miles)
  • Anchor Medical (1.3 miles)
  • Southern New England Retina Associates PC (1.5 miles)
  • Ocean Orthopedic Services (2.1 miles)
  • The LASIK Vision Institute (2.4 miles)
  • University Orthopedics (2.4 miles)
  • Malik Amer Dr New University Medical Group Providence (2.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • East Side Wine and Spirits (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Green Line Apothecary (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Lifespan Pharmacy-Corliss St (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Seven Stars Bakery (0.5 miles)
  • Knead Doughnuts (0.8 miles)
  • Gregg's Restaurants (0.9 miles)
  • Rebelle Artisan Bagels (1 miles)
  • Pho Horn's (1.1 miles)
  • Pasta Beach (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)

Parks

  • Lippitt Memorial Park (0.6 miles)
  • Blackstone Boulevard (0.8 miles)
  • Blackstone Park (1 miles)
  • Waterman St Dog Park (1.3 miles)
  • Roger Williams National Monument (1.6 miles)
  • Gano Park (1.6 miles)
  • Bold Point Park (2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Miriam Hospital - Infection, Disease, & Immunology Center (0.9 miles)
  • Providence VA Medical Center (2.6 miles)
  • Hasbro Children's Hospital (2.7 miles)
  • Women and Infants Laboratory (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Providence Bagel (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Seven Stars Bakery (1.7 miles)
  • Bolt Coffee (1.7 miles)
  • Daves Coffee (2 miles)
  • Bolt Coffee (2.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Providence Station - MBTA & Amtrak (PVD) (1.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Providence Place Showcase IMAX Theaters (2.1 miles)

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