Laurelmead Cooperative in Providence, RI

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Laurelmead Cooperative in Providence, RI

Laurelmead Cooperative is an independent living community in Providence, RI.

Information last verified:

355 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906

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

4.4 from 52 reviews
5 stars
37
4 stars
7
3 stars
3
2 stars
1
1 stars
4

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Laurelmead Cooperative Costs & Pricing

Laurelmead Cooperative offers a competitive range of monthly costs for various room types compared to the broader market in Providence County and Rhode Island. For instance, the cooperative's private rooms are priced at $2,022, significantly lower than the county average of $5,051 and the state average of $5,211. Similarly, studio apartments at Laurelmead are available for $2,800, which is more affordable than both the county and state averages of $3,847 and $4,015 respectively. The pricing remains favorable with one-bedroom units at $2,900 and two-bedroom units at $3,600 - both considerably less than their counterparts in the county ($4,449 for one-bedroom and $5,365 for two-bedroom) and state levels ($4,796 for one-bedroom and $5,810 for two-bedroom). This pricing structure reflects Laurelmead's commitment to providing quality living options that are accessible without compromising on comfort or community.

Floor plansLaurelmead CooperativeProvidence CountyRhode Island
Private$2,022$5,051$5,211
Studio$2,800$3,847$4,015
1 Bedroom$2,900$4,449$4,796
2 Bedrooms$3,600$5,365$5,810

Overall Review of Laurelmead Cooperative

common 11 reviews mention this

Staff is usually described as kind

Residents and visitors often describe the staff as welcoming and caring.

Many reviewers highlight kindness, professionalism, and a supportive tone from staff. Several also mention staff friendliness during everyday experiences, including dining service and interactions around the community. A small number of reviews are much harsher, describing intimidation or degrading behavior from specific staff roles and criticizing maintenance responses.

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Dining gets frequent praise

Dining is repeatedly praised, with residents describing strong meal quality.

Dining comes up again and again as a standout, with reviewers calling out meal quality and an enjoyable dining room experience. Some residents describe dining as elegant and making it a daily social event. Reviews also reflect variety, with multiple references to restaurant-style dining and options for different dietary needs.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe a steady schedule of engaging activities and programs.

Several reviewers say there is always something to do, pointing to educational talks, entertainment, and regular programming. Reviews also describe fitness and group offerings that help residents stay active, plus opportunities to go out on outings. The community’s activity focus is reflected in the types of events listed, such as live performances and classes like yoga and tai chi.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Costs feel high for value

Multiple reviews raise concerns that pricing can be restrictive.

Some reviewers describe the community as overpriced relative to what they feel residents receive. Another review sums it up more simply, saying it looks beautiful but only works if you can afford it. The listed rent ranges are broad, and the pricing is presented as substantially below county and state benchmarks, suggesting residents may be weighing value in terms of what fits their expectations rather than the sticker price alone.

common 5 reviews mention this

Grounds, cleanliness, and pool stand out

Reviewers commonly mention attractive grounds, cleanliness, and pool amenities.

Several reviewers describe the facility as beautiful and well-kept, including comments about cleanliness and comfortable shared spaces. Outdoors, reviews mention peaceful areas for walking and enjoying nature. The pool also shows up as a memorable feature, with at least one reviewer specifically praising it and describing hydrotherapy.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

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
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • 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)

Dining

  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Water aerobics Water aerobics
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • University Orthopedics (0.2 miles)
  • Anchor Medical (1.7 miles)
  • Southern New England Retina Associates PC (1.7 miles)
  • University Orthopedics (2.3 miles)
  • Ocean Orthopedic Services (2.4 miles)
  • The LASIK Vision Institute (2.7 miles)
  • Coastal Medical Sleep Disorder (2.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • East Side Wine and Spirits (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Green Line Apothecary (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Seven Stars Bakery (0.8 miles)
  • Knead Doughnuts (1 miles)
  • Gregg's Restaurants (1.2 miles)
  • Pasta Beach (1.2 miles)
  • Rebelle Artisan Bagels (1.3 miles)
  • Pho Horn's (1.3 miles)
  • Uncle Tony's Pizza & Pasta (1.4 miles)

Parks

  • Lippitt Memorial Park (0.8 miles)
  • Blackstone Boulevard (0.9 miles)
  • Blackstone Park (0.9 miles)
  • Waterman St Dog Park (1.3 miles)
  • Gano Park (1.7 miles)
  • Roger Williams National Monument (1.9 miles)
  • Bold Point Park (2.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Miriam Hospital - Infection, Disease, & Immunology Center (1.2 miles)
  • Hasbro Children's Hospital (2.8 miles)
  • Providence VA Medical Center (2.9 miles)
  • Women and Infants Laboratory (2.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Seven Stars Bakery (1.4 miles)
  • Providence Bagel (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • Bolt Coffee (1.9 miles)
  • Daves Coffee (2.1 miles)
  • Bolt Coffee (2.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Providence Station - MBTA & Amtrak (PVD) (2 miles)

Theaters

  • Providence Place Showcase IMAX Theaters (2.3 miles)

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