Blenheim-Newport is a senior living community located in Middletown, Rhode Island. The facility offers multiple levels of care with a primary focus on assisted living and specialized memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. In addition, Blenheim-Newport provides options for independent living, accommodating a range of resident needs through personalized care plans. The community is designed to promote both independence and safety, with services that support daily living and wellbeing. Amenities and common areas are tailored to maximize resident comfort and engagement.
The care services at Blenheim-Newport encompass a range of medical and personal support. Assisted living services include full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Memory care is delivered within a secured community, specifically designed to accommodate individuals with memory loss. Features such as an enclosed courtyard provide safe, accessible outdoor space for memory care residents. The community also offers incontinence and ambulatory care, as well as medication management and diabetes care. Licensed nursing staff oversee health-related needs, and physical therapy services are available on-site for residents requiring rehabilitation or support with mobility. Hospice care is offered, and a therapy room is available for various therapeutic services. Some concerns have been raised by families regarding the responsiveness and consistency of clinical care, particularly overnight, and regarding communication between shifts.
Residents at Blenheim-Newport have access to a variety of amenities intended to enhance their daily lives and social engagement. Clubs and interest-based communities foster connections amongst residents. There is a fitness center with structured fitness programs intended to promote physical wellbeing. On-site barber and beauty salon services, as well as laundry and dry cleaning, are available for convenience. Religious services are offered for spiritual support. Additional facilities include a therapy room and common areas for group activities. For memory care residents, program offerings are structured for safety and engagement, though families have noted a need for more tailored activities for those with higher functioning.
Transportation services at Blenheim-Newport are designed to support both medical and non-medical needs. The community provides complimentary transportation as well as transportation at cost for appointments, errands, or local outings. This service enables residents to attend medical appointments, participate in activities outside the community, and maintain connections with the larger Middletown area.
Resident and family feedback about Blenheim-Newport indicates that the facility is generally observed to be clean, attractive, and well-maintained, with spacious accommodations. Families often remark on the friendliness and attentiveness of day-to-day staff such as aides and dining personnel, noting strong communication and emotional support. Some ongoing challenges include concerns regarding the nursing staff’s consistency, clinical oversight, responsiveness to high-needs residents, and occasional delays in assistance. Communication between shifts and departments is an area where issues have been reported, sometimes resulting in delayed care or medication errors. Families of memory care residents have requested more individualized programming and engagement options. Management instability and fee increases related to resident reassessments are noted concerns. Despite these challenges, Blenheim-Newport’s environment, amenities, and positive staff interactions are cited as strengths within the community. As of mid-2024, there have been no significant changes in ownership or major operational developments reported.
Costs at this community start at $2,700 and range up to $8,100. The average price in the community is $6,300, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,471. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
