Briston Manor West

Overview of Briston Manor West

Briston Manor West brings four decades of experience to assisted living in Bedford, New Hampshire. Located at 37 Ridgewood Rd, this single-story community offers a residential setting designed to support older adults with daily living activities while encouraging independence.

The community features one-bedroom housing, providing private space within a compact home-like environment. With a starting price of $1,750 per month, it offers an accessible option for those seeking assisted living support. The neighborhood scores 45 on the Walk Score scale, meaning it is somewhat walkable—some nearby services are reachable on foot, though most errands and outings will require transportation.

Briston Manor West maintains a no-pet policy, so families with animals will need to explore other options. For seniors and families evaluating this community, an in-person tour can provide a clearer sense of the daily environment, the staff, and how the setting aligns with specific care needs and lifestyle preferences. To learn more about services, amenities, activities, and available rooms, prospective residents and families can contact the community.

Years in operation
40 years in operation Rank #6 / 134Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th 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: 45 / 100 Rank #67 / 190Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bedford's city center to Briston Manor West's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.3 miles to nearest hospital (Catholic Medical Center)

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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. 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.
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Bowman Place at Olde Bedford
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
150
Facility 150
NH AVG 69
Rank #11 / 164
Yes
23
Facility 23
NH AVG 37
Rank #114 / 190
studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Alicia M Nordin
Benchmark at Bedford Falls
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
114
Facility 114
NH AVG 69
Rank #23 / 164
Yes
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 37
Rank #100 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 7
Rank #12 / 134
April J Lyons
Bedford Falls
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
114
Facility 114
NH AVG 69
Rank #23 / 164
Yes
25
Facility 25
NH AVG 37
Rank #109 / 190
studio / 1 bed
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 7
Rank #12 / 134
April J Lyons
Washington Manor
AL
Manchester
16
Facility 16
NH AVG 69
Rank #130 / 164
No
92
Facility 92
NH AVG 37
Rank #6 / 190
Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Susan Ventresca
Briston Manor West
AL
Bedford-No
45
Facility 45
NH AVG 37
Rank #67 / 190
1 Bed
40
Facility 40
NH AVG 7
Rank #6 / 134
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Hampshire

Briston Manor West is located in Bedford, 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 Briston Manor West

Is Briston Manor West in a walkable area?

Briston Manor West has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Briston Manor West been in business?

Briston Manor West has been operating for approximately 40 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Briston Manor West?

No, Briston Manor West has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Briston Manor West?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Briston Manor West in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Briston Manor West?

Briston Manor West is located at 37 Ridgewood Rd #71, Bedford, NH 03110.

What is the phone number of Briston Manor West?

(603) 622-8844 will put you in contact with the team at Briston Manor West.

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