The Golden Crest
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Franklin, NH

The Golden Crest

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Franklin, NH

Overview of The Golden Crest

The Golden Crest provides assisted living and respite care in Franklin, NH. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication management while residents maintain private living spaces. Respite care is available for short term stays, making the community a possible fit for families who need temporary support while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Opened in 2001, the community has 100 beds. Kelly Shufelt serves as administrator and oversees day to day operations. Dining includes special diets and nutritional oversight, which supports residents whose meals need to follow specific dietary requirements.

Physical and occupational therapy are available on site, so rehabilitation services can take place within the community instead of requiring separate transportation. An on site hair salon lets residents arrange hair services without leaving the community. Transportation is available to and from local medical appointments within five miles, providing rides for qualifying nearby visits.

Outdoor spaces extend across more than 13 acres of farmland and include views of the Belknap Mountains.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 100 Rank #20 / 116Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 20th out of 116 assisted living communities we track in New Hampshire for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Hampshire facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Hampshire that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #21 / 100Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 21st out of 100 assisted living communities we track in New Hampshire for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other New Hampshire facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Hampshire that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSupported Residential Care Facility
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
CountyMerrimack
License Number04191

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Golden Crest is administered by Kelly Shufelt.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24-hour protective care.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Salon
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Golden Crest

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Franklin's city center to The Golden Crest's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the NH Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
The Golden Crest
AL
RC
Franklin
100
Facility 100
NH AVG 53
Rank #20 / 116
No-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #21 / 100
Kelly Shufelt
Franklin Falls Farm
AL
Franklin
6
Facility 6
NH AVG 53
Rank #100 / 116
No-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #21 / 100
Charles Goodale
Peabody Place
AL
IL
MC
Franklin (Franklin Falls Historic District)-Yes
64
Facility 64
NH AVG 37
Rank #23 / 119
-Lynda Goldthwaite

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NH assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Hampshire

The Golden Crest is located in FRANKLIN, New Hampshire.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Golden Crest

What is the license number of The Golden Crest?

According to NH state health department records, The Golden Crest's license number is 04191.

How long has The Golden Crest been in business?

The Golden Crest has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does The Golden Crest have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Golden Crest on this page.

Are pets allowed at The Golden Crest?

No, The Golden Crest has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Golden Crest?

Kelly Shufelt is the administrator of The Golden Crest.

How many beds does The Golden Crest have?

The Golden Crest has 100 beds.

Are there photos of The Golden Crest?

Yes — there are 2 photos of The Golden Crest in the photo gallery on this page.

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