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Best Assisted Living in Dover, NH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 assisted living communities in Dover, NH using NH Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NH
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Jul 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 24/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Dover, NH. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 39The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Dover, NH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Dover

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.

Langdon Place of Dover
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Dover
30
Facility 30
NH AVG 70
Rank #124 / 168
Yes
3
Facility 3
NH AVG 37
Rank #190 / 194
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Kathleen P Oby
Spring Village at Dover
AL
MC
RC
Dover (Pointe Place)
62
Facility 62
NH AVG 70
Rank #79 / 168
Yes
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 37
Rank #137 / 194
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Kristie A Greenwood
Wentworth Home
AL
Dover (Central Avenue)
42
Facility 42
NH AVG 70
Rank #111 / 168
Yes
58
Facility 58
NH AVG 37
Rank #46 / 194
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Kirstin Swanson
Wadleigh House LLC
AL
Dover
12
Facility 12
NH AVG 70
Rank #140 / 168
No
81
Facility 81
NH AVG 37
Rank #18 / 194
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Annemarie M Jalbert
Watson Fields
AL
MC
Dover
54
Facility 54
NH AVG 70
Rank #89 / 168
Yes
7
Facility 7
NH AVG 37
Rank #171 / 194
Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Lisa L Leighton
Johnson Creek Village
AL
MC
Dover (Durham Road)
22
Facility 22
NH AVG 70
Rank #129 / 168
Yes
8
Facility 8
NH AVG 37
Rank #167 / 194
Companion Suite / Private Suite
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Annemarie Jalbert
Bellamy Fields Assisted Living
AL
MC
Dover (Garrison Road)
52
Facility 52
NH AVG 70
Rank #94 / 168
Yes
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 37
Rank #137 / 194
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 136
Allyson R Greco
Clipper Harbor
AL
Portsmouth (Elwyn Park)
-No
50
Facility 50
NH AVG 37
Rank #59 / 194
Private Rooms--
Webster at Rye
AL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Rye
-No
11
Facility 11
NH AVG 37
Rank #152 / 194
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As Life Goes On
AL
MC
RC
Dover (Durham Road)
-No
8
Facility 8
NH AVG 37
Rank #167 / 194
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Langdon Place of Exeter
AL
MC
RC
Exeter
-No
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 37
Rank #137 / 194
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Overview of Langdon Place of Dover

Langdon Place of Dover by the Genesis Healthcare Community is a nursing home ideal for residents seeking to relax and recover. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care with assisted living, the community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Langdon Place cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting.

The services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, mobility improvement; colostomy care, dementia care, pain management, wound care; and medical professionals are on-call– medical directors, nurse practitioners, and physicians.

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Overview of Spring Village at Dover

Spring Village at Dover is an assisted living community near Norwalk. The assisted living community proudly knows how to deliver and maintain a quality holistic approach to senior care. Management and staff pride themselves on being a warm and welcoming community, ensuring that residents are compassionate and well-looked. Spring Village is the home where blossoming friendships are created and goals are achieved.

Spring Village offers a range of services, which include well-lit lounge areas, delicious dining, spacious common areas, recreational activities, and social events. Entrust that comfort is delivered with an array of services and amenities ensures residents maintain an active day-to-day living supported by a vibrant lifestyle. 

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Overview of Wentworth Home

Wentworth Home is a vibrant community that provides a warm and welcoming environment for the residents– making them feel right at home. The retirement home strives to promote an engaging social life in a comfortable and secure environment by offering assisted living services. Wentworth is a community with features that maximize every resident’s potential.

The community offers a range of services for its seniors to have seamless access to indoor common areas, engaging outings, stimulating activities, devotional services, and daily meals.

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Overview of Wadleigh House

Wadleigh House, nestled in the heart of Dover, New Hampshire, is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and empowerment among its residents, regardless of their limitations and challenges. Conveniently situated in a vibrant neighborhood, Wadleigh House provides access to delightful local shopping areas and seacoast activities, ensuring that residents enjoy the best of both worlds. Additionally, the proximity to an emergency medical care center provides peace of mind for residents and their families.
At Wadleigh House, loved ones will be embraced within a compassionate environment, where their well-being is the priority. With its spacious rooms, classic architectural details, and historic surroundings, the residence creates an inviting ambiance, enhancing the experience of seniors as they enjoy their golden years. Set within a charming 1827 antique Colonial, this assisted living community exudes warmth and comfort, offering a beautiful assisted living home that was thoughtfully renovated in 1995 to cater to the needs of seniors.

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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.

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Overview of Johnson Creek Village

Johnson Creek Village is Dover’s premier memory care home and has continuously been practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors; they strive to make a difference in the lives of the elderly. The resident-centered community has been a home of possibilities for seniors who receive holistic care that help maintain their independence and sense of individuality.

Johnson Creek’s person-centered approach provides a reliable environment through maintenance-free services, housekeeping services, comfortable common spaces, and delicious dining experiences. They boast their highly trained care staff, spacious apartments, and a list of calendar-filled activities for an engaging and enriching experience during their stay.

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Overview of Bellamy Fields Assisted Living

Bellamy Fields Assisted Living is one of Dover’s most affordable and trusted senior 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.

Bellamy 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.

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Overview of Clipper Harbor

Clipper Harbor is one of Portsmouth’s trusted and affordable assisted living homes for seniors near Dover. Residents receive personalized care that allows them to obtain the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The vibrant community ensures only the best approach to senior care. Clipper Harbor prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to experience rejuvenation and recovery in a nurturing home.

Community features include 24-hour care supervision, ADLs, medication management, stimulating activities and programs, and housekeeping– among many others.

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Overview of Webster at Rye

A proud member of the Silverstone community, Webster at Rye is a vibrant community where residential assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services create a haven for seniors seeking an enriched and fulfilling lifestyle. The senior living community is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of its residents. The residence’s environment focuses on comfort and comprehensive care to help seniors do more and be more as they continue living in a nurturing environment.
Providing a high standard of quality living, Webster at Rye offers premium services promoting a continuum of growth and meaningful experience that meet the unique needs of assisted senior living. Other community features include activities and programs, stunning living spaces, and a 24-hour team of dedicated professionals committed to providing residents with the highest care and support.

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As Life Goes On

301 Durham Rd, Dover, NH 03820
Overview of As Life Goes On

As Life Goes On is a blissful retreat with several homes across New Hampshire, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully furnished and accessible accommodations, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Here, residents enjoy a maintenance-free living, as household tasks and maintenance are taken care of.

Fun social events, fitness programs, and enriching activities are conducted for residents’ enjoyment and wellness. With its ideal location near local amenities, residents also have easy access to their needs and preferences. Medication supervision is also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community provides a home for older adults in Windham, Derry, Dover, and Rochester, ensuring they are treated like family and have the finest retirement experience.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Dover, NH

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Hampshire?

Assisted living in New Hampshire supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Hampshire?

Assisted living in New Hampshire is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Hampshire Medicaid cover assisted living?

New Hampshire Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Hampshire) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 11 assisted living facilities in Dover, NH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Dover, NH?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Dover, NH, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Dover, NH?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.