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Best Assisted Living in Merrimack County, NH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Merrimack County, 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
Reviewed by
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Merrimack County, NH our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Merrimack County, NH.
3 homes
Other senior care options in Merrimack County:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living
Avg Walk Score: 15/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Merrimack County, 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: 4The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Merrimack County, NH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. 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.
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.
Peaslee Road
AL
Merrimack
4
Facility 4
NH AVG 69
Rank #157 / 164
No
15
Facility 15
NH AVG 37
Rank #132 / 190
Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Kim Shottes
Water Street (55)
AL
Boscawen
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 69
Rank #163 / 164
No-Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Nancy Haas
Start Center
AL
RC
Boscawen
6
Facility 6
NH AVG 69
Rank #147 / 164
No-Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Valarie M Tetreault

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Merrimack County.

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Overview of Peaslee Road

Age gracefully at Peaslee Road, a trusted assisted living community in Merrimack, NH, that offers personal care. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, top-tier support for their daily living activities, like grooming and dressing, is conducted 24/7. Housekeeping and meal preparation are also taken care of, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

With plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities, including light exercises, fun games, and social events, residents are encouraged to live actively and have fun. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medication as prescribed. Accompanied by its supportive setting and cozy amenities, residents will surely thrive in their golden years.

Phone: (603) 595-9760

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Water Street (55)
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Overview of Water Street (55)

Make the most of your best years at Water Street, a friendly retreat in Boscawen, NH, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch support for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, as well as household tasks, around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed.

With a variety of recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Residents also experience hassle-free dining with well-balanced meals prepared for their nutritional needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to maintain their independence without hassles, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

Phone: (603) 796-2496

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Overview of Start Center

Live without worries at Start Center, a distinct assisted living community in Boscawen, NH, that provides assistance with daily living activities. Here, residents can feel at ease with cozy room and accessible gathering spaces, designed for their comfort and familiarity. The community also offers housekeeping services and meal preparation, so residents do not have to worry about their household responsibilities.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted. With medication reminders and transportation services, residents’ convenience and safety are guaranteed. Promoting a home-like environment, the community strives to help residents maintain their independence without hassles.

Phone: (603) 225-4153

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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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source New Hampshire Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Merrimack County, 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 3 assisted living facilities in Merrimack County, NH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Merrimack County, 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 Merrimack County, 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 Merrimack County, 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.

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