Overall Review of Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island
common22 reviews mention this
Staff communication and compassion stand out
Families and residents describe attentive, caring communication.
Many reviews praise the staff for being kind, responsive, and engaged with residents and families. Several residents’ or families’ accounts emphasize clear communication and being kept informed about changes and progress. Across different units and time frames in the reviews, people describe staff that shows patience and follow-through when concerns come up.
common10 reviews mention this
Clean, comfortable spaces are noted
Residents and visitors often mention cleanliness and odor control.
Multiple reviews describe the facility as clean and well maintained, with rooms that feel comfortable during visits. Some families specifically mention that the building did not smell bad and that cleanliness stood out compared with other places. A smaller number of reviews raise cleanliness problems, including reports of dirty rooms and sheets not being changed, which is the main downside called out under this theme.
common9 reviews mention this
Activities help residents stay engaged
Recreation programming is repeatedly described as engaging.
Reviews frequently mention scheduled activities and recreation as a reason residents stayed active and social. Families and long-term residents describe variety in programs, and some say the recreation team helps residents who cannot easily leave the facility. While most feedback on activities is positive, a few reviews describe limited follow-through or suggest more support could help.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Food quality draws mixed feedback
Dining quality is inconsistent, with complaints about temperature.
Some residents and families praise dining as improved or restaurant-style, and a few specifically mention liking food and options. Others report meals arriving cold or described as lousy or disgusting, which is one of the most repeated negative points. A few reviews also mention delays with sides or issues with food being served as expected, tying the dining experience to timing and accuracy.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Short staffing and care delays worry reviewers
Some reviews describe being short-staffed and waiting for care.
A recurring concern in several low-star reviews is short staffing and delayed response to resident needs. Some accounts describe long waits for basic help, gaps in routine care, or lack of follow-through on tasks. Others mention that conditions improved during periods with more onboarding and management support, but the staffing-related issues remain a notable caveat for prospective families.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Respiratory-focused rehab and support
Residents with complex respiratory needs get focused rehab care.
Several reviews reference long-term or complex needs that include respiratory care, such as tracheostomy support, and describe improvements during recovery. Families also mention coordination with the rehab and nursing teams and the sense of being actively supported. The care described in reviews aligns with the facility’s skilled nursing rehab focus and the availability of services like medication management and coordination with healthcare providers.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
21 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Theodore F Green State (9 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Hospice care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Pat's Italian Restaurant (0.1 miles)
Burger King (0.8 miles)
Michael Gelina's Ice Cream (1.2 miles)
Black Oak Kitchen & Drinks (1.8 miles)
The Olde Theater Diner (2 miles)
Cracker Barrel (2.6 miles)
Wendy's (2.6 miles)
Places of Worship
St John & Paul Rectory (1.1 miles)
St Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church (7.3 miles)
Hospitals
Kent Hospital Laboratory Services (1.1 miles)
Kent County Memorial Hospital (6.4 miles)
Physicians
Angell Street Psychiatry (1.1 miles)
Ascent Audiology & Hearing (2.2 miles)
University Family Medicine - Matthew Smith MD (4.9 miles)
Womans Care East Greenwich (5 miles)
East Greenwich Spine & Sport (5 miles)
Thundermist Medical Center (5 miles)
Cardiovascular Institute (5.1 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Pawtuxet Valley Prescription & Surgical Center (2 miles)
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21 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Theodore F Green State (9 miles away)
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Hospice care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Caring staff, engaging activities, and a clean, welcoming community.
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