The Keene Senior Center
Senior Communities & Nursing Care · New Hampshire, NH

The Keene Senior Center

Senior Communities & Nursing Care · New Hampshire, NH

Overview of The Keene Senior Center

The Keene Senior Center

The Keene Senior Center provides a variety of social, educational, and health-related classes and programs for adults age 50 and over. By offering collaborative, dynamic programs, and providing support and resources, The Center engages and encourages adults to live vibrant, healthy and socially engaged lives.

Each week, members enjoy a variety of classes including yoga, fitness, and dance, along with creative activities such as singing, jewelry-making, and card crafting. Popular games—like bridge, cribbage, and bingo—bring people together for fun and friendly competition. Special events throughout the year feature live music, educational presentations, guest speakers, and cultural events.

Founded in 1957, the Keene Senior Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving more than 400 members across Keene and the Monadnock region. Cheshire Village at Home is an affiliated Senior Center program that offers help with rides and household tasks to those age 50+.

Through all its programs and partnerships, the Center encourages adults to come together as individuals or in groups, for recreation, events and activities which support independence and encourage involvement in and with the community.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #65 / 229Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 65th out of 229 homes in New Hampshire. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Hampshire SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Amenities & Lifestyle

Free Parking
Bike Rack
Exercise Equipment
Ping Pong
Pool Tables
ActivitiesA variety of classes and activities are offered including yoga, fitness, and games.
Specific ProgramsAGE IN MOTION, Bingo, Book Club, Bowling, Bridge, Card Making, Computer Help, Crochet Classes, Dominos, Gentle Yoga, Gardening, Hand & Foot Card Game, Hot Lunch, Jewelry Making, Knitting Classes, Mah Jongg, Open Gym, Quilting Class, Senior Singers, Super Seniors, Veterans Coffee Connection, Walking Group, Video Chair Yoga, YMCA Chair Yoga.
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Operating HoursMonday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Saturday - Sunday: Closed.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHCS Friendly Meals are served at noon, Monday to Friday.
Meal ScheduleMonday - Friday: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Senior Communities in New Hampshire

The Keene Senior Center is located in Keene, New Hampshire.
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Choices for Independence

NH Medicaid CFI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Hampshire resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NH

Small state; rural access emphasis.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home aides

NH ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center

NH ServiceLink

Age 60+
General New Hampshire resident, or caregiver.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NH

Primarily referral-based; limited direct funding.

Benefits
Care coordination Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

New Hampshire Old Age Assistance

Age 65+
General NH resident, US citizen/eligible alien, not in public institution.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,063/month (individual, net after deductions); varies by living arrangement.
Asset Limits $1,500 (individual), $2,000 (couple).
NH

Automatic Medicaid eligibility; estate recovery applies.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$200/month) for living costs (e.g., rent, utilities, care support)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program (via NFCSP)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NH

13 ServiceLink locations; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Hampshire Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NH

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$33,614/year (1-person), ~$43,958/year (2-person) (150% FPL).
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NH

Administered by 5 CAP agencies; covers oil, gas, electric, wood.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,200/season) Weatherization Emergency fuel ($450 max)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Hampshire VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NH

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

NH Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

New Hampshire Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ prioritized
General NH resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$47,000/year (individual), ~$60,000/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap at $750,000.
NH

Refundable relief (~$100-$500/year); annual application.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$100-$500/year) to offset housing costs Indirectly aiding care funding

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The information below is reported by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Administration.

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46
Facility 46
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Keene Senior Center

Is The Keene Senior Center in a walkable area?

The Keene Senior Center has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of The Keene Senior Center?

Yes — there are 3 photos of The Keene Senior Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Keene Senior Center?

The Keene Senior Center is located at 312 Marlboro St Suite 100, Keene, NH 03431, United States.

What is the phone number of The Keene Senior Center?

(603) 352-5037 will put you in contact with the team at The Keene Senior Center.

Is The Keene Senior Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Keene Senior Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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