Rhode Island · CMS Data August 2026
Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in Rhode Island
Where Are the Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in Rhode Island?
CMS Care Compare lists 13 nursing homes where fewer long-stay residents receive antipsychotic medication than the national median in Rhode Island, out of 72 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Johnston (3), Pawtucket (2) and Cumberland (1). 7 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 13
- All homes in Rhode Island
- 72
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 7
- Average overall stars
- 3.4
How this list is made: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 94+ stars for staffing
- 8Nurse turnover below the national median
- 3No fines or payment denials
- 4Nonprofit
- 13Medicaid certified
All 13, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briarcliffe Manor | Johnston | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cherry Hill Manor | Johnston | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Jeanne Jugan Residence | Pawtucket | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| Grandview Center | Cumberland | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Apple Rehab Clipper | Westerly | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Golden Crest Nursing Centre | North Providence | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Hattie Ide Chaffee Home | East Providence | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
| Bethany Home of Rhode Island | Providence | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Morgan Health Center | Johnston | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| John Clarke Senior Living | Middletown | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Sunny View Nursing Home | Warwick | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center | Pawtucket | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| West View Nursing Home, Inc | West Warwick | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Johnston | 3 | 2 |
| Nursing homes in Pawtucket | 2 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Cumberland | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in East Providence | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Middletown | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in North Providence | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Providence | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Warwick | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in West Warwick | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Westerly | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read why antipsychotic use matters in dementia care. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in Rhode Island. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for Rhode Island: highest-rated nursing homes in Rhode Island, nursing homes that accept medicaid in Rhode Island, nonprofit nursing homes in Rhode Island.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use Are in Rhode Island?
13 of the 72 CMS-certified nursing homes in Rhode Island meet this rule: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median.
Which Nursing Home With Low Antipsychotic Use in Rhode Island Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Briarcliffe Manor in Johnston (5 stars), Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston (5 stars) and Jeanne Jugan Residence in Pawtucket (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
Why Does Antipsychotic Use Matter?
FDA warns that antipsychotic drugs raise the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis, and CMS tracks how often long-stay residents receive them. The national median in this data is 13% of long-stay residents.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in Rhode Island?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. Rhode Island's Office of the Rhode Island State Long Term Care Ombudsman can answer questions about residents' rights.