Watson Fields
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Dover, NH

Overview of Watson Fields

The sister home of Bellamy Fields, Watson Fields, is one of Dover’s most trusted assisted living homes. Residents of the community are encouraged to have a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance; they can expect a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness to be met with full support.

Watson Fields residents can live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory home-cooked meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

Bed community size
54-bed community Rank #90 / 169Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 169 homes in New Hampshire. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #29 / 130Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 130 homes in New Hampshire. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other New Hampshire facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #170 / 229Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 170th out of 229 homes in New Hampshire. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSupported Residential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2025
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
CountyStrafford
License Number4876

Ownership & Operating Entity

Watson Fields is administered by Lisa L Leighton.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-storey

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Watson Fields

Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Dover's city center to Watson Fields's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.23 miles to nearest hospital (Wentworth-Douglass Hospital)

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The information below is reported by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Administration.

Spring Village at Dover
AL
MC
RC
Dover (Pointe Place)
62
Facility 62
NH AVG 71
Rank #80 / 169
Yes
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 31
Rank #136 / 229
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 130
Kristie A Greenwood
Watson Fields
AL
MC
Dover
54
Facility 54
NH AVG 71
Rank #90 / 169
Yes
7
Facility 7
NH AVG 31
Rank #170 / 229
Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 130
Lisa L Leighton
Bellamy Fields Assisted Living
AL
Dover (Garrison Road)
52
Facility 52
NH AVG 71
Rank #95 / 169
Yes
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 31
Rank #136 / 229
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 130
Allyson R Greco
Wentworth Home
AL
Dover (Central Avenue)
42
Facility 42
NH AVG 71
Rank #112 / 169
Yes
58
Facility 58
NH AVG 31
Rank #45 / 229
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 130
Kirstin Swanson
Johnson Creek Village
AL
MC
Dover (Durham Road)
22
Facility 22
NH AVG 71
Rank #130 / 169
Yes
8
Facility 8
NH AVG 31
Rank #166 / 229
Companion Suite / Private Suite
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 130
Annemarie Jalbert

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Hampshire

Watson Fields is located in Dover, 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 Watson Fields

Is Watson Fields in a walkable area?

Watson Fields has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Watson Fields?

According to NH state health department records, Watson Fields's license number is 4876.

When does Watson Fields's license expire?

According to NH state health department records, Watson Fields's license expires on September 30, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Watson Fields?

Lisa L Leighton is the administrator of Watson Fields.

How many beds does Watson Fields have?

Watson Fields has 54 beds.

Are there photos of Watson Fields?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Watson Fields in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Watson Fields?

Watson Fields is located at 201 Watson Rd, Dover, NH 03820.

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