Emerald House

Emerald House

Overview of Emerald House

Emerald House is a blissful assisted living community in Keene, NH, that provides assistance with daily living activities. Here, residents have more time to do the things they love, as housekeeping and laundry services are also provided. Accessible accommodations and fun gathering spaces are also provided in a friendly setting, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

A variety of recreational activities, engaging programs, and fitness classes are conducted to promote social engagement and an active lifestyle. Transportation services are also provided to help residents travel with ease. With its high-quality services and welcoming atmosphere, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 10 Rank #93 / 116Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 93rd 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #1 / 119Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 1st out of 119 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.
95 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeCommunity Residence (4+ Beds)
IssuanceJanuary 5, 2025
CountyCheshire
License Number1764

Ownership & Operating Entity

Emerald House is administered by Jewel P Wilson.

Additional Services

1 service
Housekeeping Services

Room Accommodations

Building Type2-story
Room Types
Private Rooms

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Keene's city center to Emerald House'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.
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.
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.
American House Keene
AL
IL
MC
RC
Keene
144
Facility 144
NH AVG 53
Rank #4 / 116
Yes
59
Facility 59
NH AVG 37
Rank #26 / 119
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Hilary Seifer
Maplewood Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
Westmoreland
40
Facility 40
NH AVG 53
Rank #66 / 116
No
2
Facility 2
NH AVG 37
Rank #118 / 119
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #21 / 100
Christine Gowen, RN
Emerald House
AL
Keene (Harper Acres)
10
Facility 10
NH AVG 53
Rank #93 / 116
No
95
Facility 95
NH AVG 37
Rank #1 / 119
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #21 / 100
Jewel P Wilson

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

Emerald House is located in Keene, 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 Emerald House

What neighborhood is Emerald House in?

Emerald House is in the Harper Acres neighborhood of Keene.

Is Emerald House in a walkable area?

Emerald House has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Emerald House?

According to NH state health department records, Emerald House's license number is 1764.

How long has Emerald House been in business?

Emerald House has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Emerald House?

No, Emerald House has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Emerald House?

Jewel P Wilson is the administrator of Emerald House.

How many beds does Emerald House have?

Emerald House has 10 beds.

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