Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Nashua, NH

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua

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

Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua is on West Hollis Street in Nashua, New Hampshire, a 131-bed assisted living and memory care community that has been operating under the Benchmark Senior Living brand for 28 years. The two-story building offers studio and one-bedroom apartments, plus dedicated memory care studios for residents with cognitive support needs. The surrounding area scores a 12 for walkability, so transportation is a necessity for most outings, though the community provides scheduled transportation on-site. Michelle Bianchi is Administrator.

Around-the-clock staffing with licensed nurses and CNAs is in place, and the Mind & Memory Care program structures support for memory care residents specifically. Rehabilitation services, short-term rehab, and respite care are also available. Meals come from chef-prepared seasonal menus, with a private dining room for family gatherings. Programming runs across music, arts, crafts, and exercise, with both group and individual options.

The physical footprint backs up the programming. Outdoor courtyards, walking paths and landscaped gardens, a demonstration kitchen, a general store, a hair salon, a recreation room, and a computer room with internet access are all on the premises. Housekeeping and linen service are included. The community is pet-friendly and wheelchair accessible, and St. Joseph Hospital is under two miles away.

At 131 beds with a dedicated memory care component, a named memory care program, and a broad amenity and services profile, Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua is among the more fully resourced assisted living options in the Nashua area for families weighing both assisted living and memory care needs in one location.

Bed community size
131-bed community Rank #16 / 164Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 164 homes 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 cover every community we track in New Hampshire that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
29 years in operation Rank #12 / 134Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 134 homes 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 cover every community we track in New Hampshire that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #141 / 190Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st out of 190 homes 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 cover every community we track in New Hampshire that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSupported Residential Care Facility
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2025
CountyHillsborough
License Number4354

Ownership & Operating Entity

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua is administered by Michelle Bianchi.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Mind & Memory Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Walking Paths
Garden
Salon
Scheduled Transportation
Recreation Area
Community Kitchen
Dining
Internet Access
General Store
ActivitiesActivities and programming for groups or individuals including music, crafts, arts, and exercise classes

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua

1 Bedroom
Studio
Studio

Places of interest near Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua

Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Nashua's city center to Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.84 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph Hospital)

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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 Senior Living at Nashua
AL
MC
RC
Nashua
131
Facility 131
NH AVG 69
Rank #16 / 164
Yes
12
Facility 12
NH AVG 37
Rank #141 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 7
Rank #12 / 134
C-Michelle Bianchi
Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Nashua
131
Facility 131
NH AVG 69
Rank #16 / 164
Yes
12
Facility 12
NH AVG 37
Rank #141 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 7
Rank #12 / 134
C-Michelle Bianchi
Langdon Place of Nashua
AL
MC
Nashua
105
Facility 105
NH AVG 69
Rank #37 / 164
Yes
26
Facility 26
NH AVG 37
Rank #106 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
-Heather M Macneil
Fairview Senior Living
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Hudson
101
Facility 101
NH AVG 69
Rank #42 / 164
No
43
Facility 43
NH AVG 37
Rank #70 / 190
--A+Stephan Pazulski
The Courville at Nashua
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Nashua
94
Facility 94
NH AVG 69
Rank #48 / 164
No
57
Facility 57
NH AVG 37
Rank #46 / 190
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
-Jeff C Ekberg

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Hampshire

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua is located in Nashua, 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 Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua

Is Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua in a walkable area?

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua?

According to NH state health department records, Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua's license number is 4354.

How long has Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua been in business?

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua?

Yes, Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua?

Michelle Bianchi is the administrator of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua.

How many beds does Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua have?

Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua has 131 beds.

Are there photos of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua?

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