Benchmark at Bedford Falls
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bedford, NH

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bedford, NH

Overview of Benchmark at Bedford Falls

Lead a meaningful life with the esteemed senior living community of Benchmark at Bedford Falls located on the quiet grounds of Corporate Drive, Bedford, NH which provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care. With cozy and purposely designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, seniors experience comfort and convenience like no other. The community features different levels of care to ensure seniors receive the right care and assistance for their special needs and aspirations.

A team of qualified and highly skilled professionals provides research-based memory care programs to enhance seniors’ cognition and keep them actively engaged with their surroundings. Eat to your heart’s content and feel your best with healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Benchmark at Bedford Falls has been awarded the Best Memory Care and Best Assisted Living by US News and World Report in 2024 for its unwavering dedication to improving seniors’ welfare. Amenities include a library, a spa, a bistro, outdoor courtyards, a fitness center, and serene walking paths.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 114 Rank #7 / 111Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 7th out of 111 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 #9 / 103Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 9th out of 103 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #57 / 113Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 57th out of 113 assisted living communities we track in New Hampshire for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Hampshire facilities. Higher scores 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

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Assisted Living
$10,950/Month

License Details

Facility TypeSupported Residential Care Facility
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2025
CountyHillsborough
License Number4353

Certifications & Programs

LEED certification — U.S. Green Building CouncilA specialty credential or certification held by the community or its staff, indicating training or standards beyond basic state licensure.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Benchmark at Bedford Falls is administered by April J Lyons.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Brain In Play Neurodegenerative Prevention ProgramA brain-wellness program from Brain In-Play International combining exercise, cognitive coaching and behavioral strategies to support brain function and address neurodegenerative disease.

Additional Services

5 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Transportation
Laundry & Linen
MaintenanceListed as: Maintenance and groundskeeping · 24-hour emergency maintenance and management
Concierge

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Walking Paths
Fitness Center
Wellness Center
Library
Internet Access
Laundry
Beauty Salon
Art Gallery
Movie Theater
Bistro
Bar
Spacious Patios with Grills and Fire Features
Crafts & Games Room
Gazebos and Shaded Spaces
Leed-Certified Buildings
Private Dining Room
Activities
Music Classes
Arts & Crafts
Exercise Classes
Outings
Movies
Benchmark Strong Balance and Posture Program
Tai Chi/Qigong Classes
Chair and Traditional Yoga
Dancing
Stretching Exercises
Indoor and Outdoor Concerts
Cooking Demonstrations
Holiday Celebrations
Educational Seminars
Therapeutic Indoor and Outdoor Gardening
Intergenerational Programs
Benchmark Dream Now Bucket-List ProgramA Benchmark program where residents submit wishes—something they want to learn, see, or do—and staff work to make one happen each month. Families may value the personalized engagement.
Birthday and Anniversary Parties
Rendever Virtual Reality ExperiencesImmersive virtual-reality activities from Rendever let older adults explore places, revisit memories, and share experiences with others—supporting engagement and social connection.
Book Discussions
Garden Club
Men's and Women's Groups
Choir
Pet Therapy
Technology Workshops and Education

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Benchmark at Bedford Falls.
  • Anytime / all-day dining.
  • Diabetic-friendly options.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.
  • Private dining room for family events.
  • Bistro / café on site.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeTwo-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Semi-Private / Shared Room
In-Room Features
Studio, One, And Two-Bedroom Apartments

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Benchmark at Bedford Falls

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bedford's city center to Benchmark at Bedford Falls's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Manchester

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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Benchmark at Bedford Falls
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
114
Facility 114
NH AVG 52
Rank #7 / 111
Yes
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 36
Rank #57 / 113
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 7
Rank #9 / 103
-April J Lyons
Bedford Falls
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
114
Facility 114
NH AVG 52
Rank #7 / 111
Yes
25
Facility 25
NH AVG 36
Rank #63 / 113
studio / 1 bed
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 7
Rank #9 / 103
-April J Lyons
Bowman Place at Olde Bedford
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
150
Facility 150
NH AVG 52
Rank #3 / 111
Yes
23
Facility 23
NH AVG 36
Rank #66 / 113
studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #21 / 103
-Alicia M Nordin
Washington Manor
AL
Manchester
16
Facility 16
NH AVG 52
Rank #79 / 111
No
92
Facility 92
NH AVG 36
Rank #3 / 113
Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #21 / 103
-Susan Ventresca
The Courville at Manchester
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Manchester (North End)
76
Facility 76
NH AVG 52
Rank #30 / 111
No
71
Facility 71
NH AVG 36
Rank #18 / 113
--A+Alyssa F Rifkin

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 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in New Hampshire

Benchmark at Bedford Falls is in Bedford, New Hampshire. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support · veterans

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

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

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
NH specifics
Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.

What it provides

  • Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
In-home & community support

Choices for Independence

Choices for Independence

Eligibility

General
CFI serves people age 65+ and adults age 18–64 with physical or other disabilities who meet nursing-facility level of care, subject to Medicaid financial eligibility.

What it provides

  • Authorized services can include personal care; homemaker; respite; adult day services; meals; nonmedical transportation; assistive equipment and home accessibility services.
Caregiver support

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Support Program

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Support Program

Eligibility

General
Family and informal caregivers seeking support through the state aging network; individual services are assessed through local providers.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information and access assistance; counseling; support groups; training; respite and supplemental support.
Information & referral

New Hampshire Aging and Disability Resource Centers

New Hampshire Aging and Disability Resource Centers

Eligibility

General
Older adults and adults with disabilities.

What it provides

  • Community-based information and referral for long-term care services.
Cash assistance

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

Eligibility

General
Old Age Assistance financial assistance has an age requirement of 65; other program eligibility conditions apply.

What it provides

  • Financial assistance under the state adult-assistance program.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
NH specifics
QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.

What it provides

  • QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
Energy assistance

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

Eligibility

General
Income-eligible households with qualifying home-energy costs; the administering agency applies household-size and program eligibility rules.

What it provides

  • Fuel Assistance Program provides federal funds through Community Action Agencies to help income-eligible households pay heating costs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benchmark at Bedford Falls

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Benchmark at Bedford Falls in a walkable area?
Benchmark at Bedford Falls has a walk score of 29. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
02 What is the license number of Benchmark at Bedford Falls?
According to NH state health department records, Benchmark at Bedford Falls's license number is 4353.
03 How long has Benchmark at Bedford Falls been in business?
Benchmark at Bedford Falls has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
04 Are pets allowed at Benchmark at Bedford Falls?
Yes, Benchmark at Bedford Falls allows residents to bring their pets.
05 Who is the administrator of Benchmark at Bedford Falls?
April J Lyons is the administrator of Benchmark at Bedford Falls.
06 How many beds does Benchmark at Bedford Falls have?
Benchmark at Bedford Falls has 114 beds.
07 How much does Benchmark at Bedford Falls cost per month?
Pricing at Benchmark at Bedford Falls starts at $10,950 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.