Providence is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Rhode Island and is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was founded in 1636 by Roger Williams, a religious exile from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He named the area in honor of "God's merciful Providence" which he believed was responsible for revealing such a haven for him and his followers to settle. The city is situated at the mouth of the Providence River at the head of Narragansett Bay. Providence was one of the first cities in the country to industrialize and became noted for its textile manufacturing and subsequent machine tool, jewelry, and silverware industries. Today, the city of Providence is home to eight hospitals and seven institutions of higher learning which have shifted the city's economy into service industries, though it still retains some manufacturing activity. The city was once nicknamed the "Beehive of Industry"; it began rebranding itself as the "Creative Capital" in 2009 to emphasize its educational resources and arts community. The city is the third most populous city in New England after Boston and Worcester, Massachusetts.
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It's age friendly their are 2 schools and a daycare close by parks and convenient stores
The East Side is a very cultured section of the city with a large senior population co -exiting with students from both Brown and R.I.S.D. There are many swimming centers, theaters, restaurants and boutiques. There are several parks for people of all ages. Medical Care is easily obtained and there are several major Hospitals in and around the city. Seasonal events such as Waterfire are unique to the city of Providence,which is a cultural melting pot.
Very quiet area! Bunch of children in area
I think this town needs more support for elderly, better transportation, better streets. and help financially, when people get older is easier for scammers to get a hold of their money because they get more vulnerable.
It's an old city so there are more elderly people