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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.
| Villa Crest Nursing and Retirement Center | AL MC NH RC SNF | Manchester | 126
Facility
126
NH AVG
70
Rank
#19 / 168 | No |
39
Facility
39
NH AVG
31
Rank
#84 / 228 | Private Rooms | - | - | Nathan E O\'Bara |
| RiverWoods Exeter | AL IL MC NH SNF | Exeter (Perkins Hill) | 66
Facility
66
NH AVG
70
Rank
#75 / 168 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
NH AVG
31
Rank
#202 / 228 | - | 1
Facility
1
NH AVG
6
Rank
#29 / 136 | - | Lauren N Goldman |
| Warde Senior Living | AL IL NH PC RC SNF | Windham | 32
Facility
32
NH AVG
70
Rank
#121 / 168 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
NH AVG
31
Rank
#89 / 228 | - | 1
Facility
1
NH AVG
6
Rank
#29 / 136 | - | Shari L Laroche |
| Benchmark at Bedford Falls | AL MC RC | Bedford (Corporate Drive) | 114
Facility
114
NH AVG
70
Rank
#24 / 168 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
NH AVG
31
Rank
#100 / 228 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
NH AVG
6
Rank
#11 / 136 | F | April J Lyons |
| Golden View Health Care Center | AL MC NH RC SNF | Meredith | 105
Facility
105
NH AVG
70
Rank
#38 / 168 | No |
39
Facility
39
NH AVG
31
Rank
#84 / 228 | - | 52
Facility
52
NH AVG
6
Rank
#2 / 136 | A+ | Nha Rosemary Simino |
| Greystone Farm at Salem | AL MC RC | Salem (Salem Depot) | 82
Facility
82
NH AVG
70
Rank
#59 / 168 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
NH AVG
31
Rank
#61 / 228 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
NH AVG
6
Rank
#11 / 136 | C- | Lisa D Collins |
| The Hunt Community | AL IL NH | Nashua (Ward 7) | - | Yes |
85
Facility
85
NH AVG
31
Rank
#12 / 228 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Gloria J Prunier |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua | AL MC RC | Nashua (West Hollis Street) | 131
Facility
131
NH AVG
70
Rank
#17 / 168 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NH AVG
31
Rank
#141 / 228 | Studio / 1 Bed | 29
Facility
29
NH AVG
6
Rank
#11 / 136 | F | Michelle Bianchi |
| Colonial Poplin Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility | AL NH RC SNF | Fremont | 50
Facility
50
NH AVG
70
Rank
#100 / 168 | No |
6
Facility
6
NH AVG
31
Rank
#172 / 228 | - | 1
Facility
1
NH AVG
6
Rank
#29 / 136 | - | Kimberly M Piper |
| Bedford Falls | AL MC RC | Bedford (Corporate Drive) | 114
Facility
114
NH AVG
70
Rank
#24 / 168 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
NH AVG
31
Rank
#109 / 228 | studio / 1 bed | 29
Facility
29
NH AVG
6
Rank
#11 / 136 | C- | April J Lyons |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings | AL MC RC | Nashua (West Hollis Street) | 131
Facility
131
NH AVG
70
Rank
#17 / 168 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NH AVG
31
Rank
#141 / 228 | Studio / 1 Bed | 29
Facility
29
NH AVG
6
Rank
#11 / 136 | C- | Michelle Bianchi |
| Cedar Healthcare Center | AL HOS NH PC RC SNF | Portsmouth | 102
Facility
102
NH AVG
70
Rank
#41 / 168 | No |
80
Facility
80
NH AVG
31
Rank
#19 / 228 | - | - | - | Nathaniel A St Pierre |
| Langdon Place of Keene | AL MC NH SNF | Keene | 156
Facility
156
NH AVG
70
Rank
#10 / 168 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NH AVG
31
Rank
#141 / 228 | - | - | - | Jennifer Rousseau |
| American House Keene | AL IL MC RC | Keene | 144
Facility
144
NH AVG
70
Rank
#15 / 168 | Yes |
59
Facility
59
NH AVG
31
Rank
#42 / 228 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | Hilary Seifer |
| Benchmark at Rye | AL MC RC | Rye (Lafayette Road) | 64
Facility
64
NH AVG
70
Rank
#77 / 168 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
NH AVG
31
Rank
#130 / 228 | Studio | 29
Facility
29
NH AVG
6
Rank
#11 / 136 | C- | Mallory R Lord |
Nestled in a stunning locale, The Courville at Manchester boasts an intimate 76-bed community for those seeking quality short-term rehab and long-term care. With a steadfast commitment to elevating the standard of living, this picturesque residence ensures that each and every resident receives unparalleled care and attention.
The home is certified by Medicare and Medicaid, and has a professional interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers, including licensed practical nurses and registered nurses. Moreover, this magnificent community accepts private insurance, making top-quality care and personalized attention accessible to all. The Courville at Manchester offers round-the-clock care, with a medical doctor on call to ensure residents receive the care they need, when they need it.
In Newport, New Hampshire, Summercrest houses 53 beds across a mix of independent and assisted living. The neighborhood scores 61 on Walk Score, moderately walkable, so some errands are doable on foot even if a car still helps for the rest.
The care model here isn’t one-size-fits-all. Residents who want their own space with light community support have that option, and so do those who need more consistent daily help. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the community, and respite care is available for families who need a short-term stay rather than a permanent move. That range matters for families trying to plan ahead: a resident’s needs today don’t have to dictate a search for a new facility tomorrow.
Meals are freshly prepared and served three times daily, and a café and market stay open all day for anyone who wants something outside the regular schedule. Pets are welcome, too, which for a lot of families is not a minor detail when someone doesn’t want to leave a companion behind. Given the flexible care levels and the walkable setting, Summercrest fits residents looking for a community that can flex with them rather than one built around a single stage of care.
Situated in the idyllic town of Lyme, NH, Orford Road Residence is a blissful assisted living community that offers personal care. Promoting a home-like environment, the community also features spacious rooms and cozy communal spaces. Assistance with daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, is also provided around the clock to help maintain residents’ independence without hassles.
Card games, social events, and many more recreational activities are conducted, allowing residents to interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. Meal preparation and other household services are also provided, so residents have more time for themselves. The community is a great choice for older adults needing little to no assistance in their later years.
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.
At 1250 Route 11 in Sunapee, New Hampshire, Sunapee Cove Assisted Living occupies a lakeside setting that shapes a lot of what the community offers. It’s a 38-bed community built for two overlapping needs: ongoing memory care and shorter-term rehabilitation. The neighborhood itself is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 14, so getting around means driving rather than walking to nearby errands. Motorcoach excursions give residents a way to see more of the area without needing to drive themselves.
The clinical side is straightforward: licensed nurses and CNAs staff the building around the clock, and two care tracks run alongside each other. There’s an Alzheimer’s and Memory Care program for residents with memory disorders, and a respite care and rehab track for people recovering from surgery, illness, or in need of short-term relief for family caregivers. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab support that second group directly.
Sunapee Cove also points residents and families toward financial resources and VA benefits information, useful groundwork for veterans or anyone sorting through coverage options before committing to a stay. Inside, floor plans run spacious rather than cramped, and transportation to medical appointments is handled by the facility. Donna Pavlin administers the community.
Between the memory care program and the respite and rehab track, Sunapee Cove is built for two kinds of residents: those who need structured, long-term memory support, and those passing through for a shorter recovery stay, with the lake setting and organized outings as a backdrop to both.
In Lee, New Hampshire, The Haven at Lee houses 31 residents in a community built around both assisted living and memory care. It sits in a car-dependent pocket of town (Walk Score 16), so getting around for errands generally means driving rather than walking. That’s balanced by what’s available on-site: 24-hour staffing, licensed nurses and CNAs, and a registered nurse on call around the clock.
The nursing team includes staff trained specifically in dementia and mental health care, a detail that lines up with the community’s dual focus. Residents have a structured activities program built to support them physically, spiritually, and cognitively, not just fill the calendar. Families who need a short-term option can also use the respite care program.
Meals run through Haven’s Table, the community’s dining program. When the weather cooperates, residents can head outside to walking paths, gardens, and seating areas rather than staying indoors. A hair stylist and barber work on-site too, so basic grooming needs don’t require a trip off the property.
This is a setting built for older adults who need assisted living support alongside memory care, backed by nursing staff trained for exactly that combination. Between the on-call nursing, structured programming, and outdoor space, it fits residents who do better in a smaller, more personal community with hands-on daily attention.
Enjoy every moment of your golden years at Community Living for Elderly, a dedicated community in West Ossipee, NH, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, are taken care of around the clock, ensuring residents’ comfort. Light housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so residents have a maintenance-free living.
Card games, social events, and light exercises are conducted, allowing residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Healthy meals are also prepared to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its friendly setting and high-quality services, residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement.
Offering independent living and assisted living, Birch Hill is a retirement community in Manchester, New Hampshire. This community also features private accommodations within a two-story building.
Its setting in Alice Way earned a Walk Score of 10, suggesting that the area is very car-dependent. To access most errands and services, residents will need a vehicle for transportation. However, its quieter setting may also benefit individuals who prefer a more relaxed environment away from bustling districts.
With a focus on residents’ privacy and personal space, the community has private accommodations. Moreover, its two-story setting also makes it more intimate and accessible.
For interested families, a discussion with the management or an in-person tour of Birch Hill may provide in-depth details about the types of care offered, staffing structure, payment and insurance acceptance, pricing, dining services, amenities, and activity programming.
On Health Care Drive in Rochester, New Hampshire, Lilac View runs as a 40-bed assisted living and residential care community. Walk Score puts the surrounding area at 52, moderately walkable, so some errands are doable on foot while others still mean getting in a car.
Staffing runs around the clock; licensed nurses and CNAs are on-site at all hours, not just during a day shift, and medication supervision happens as part of that same coverage. When a resident needs help bathing or with other personal care tasks, staff are there for it.
Rooms come in private and semi-private layouts to accommodate differing needs and financial constraints. Laundry is handled for residents as part of daily support, one less task for families to manage from a distance. There’s also a regular schedule of senior activities, plus transportation the community arranges itself for medical visits and other trips out. A ride to a doctor’s appointment doesn’t have to wait on someone else’s calendar.
Medicaid is accepted here, giving families a coverage option beyond paying privately month to month. With the round-the-clock nursing support, on-site medication management, and transportation built into daily life, Lilac View suits older adults who need real help with everyday tasks but are looking for a smaller, residential feel rather than a bigger institutional setup.
The Golden Crest is an assisted living facility located in Franklin, NH. It offers assisted living and respite care services in a homelike atmosphere. The community is situated on over 13 acres of farmland with beautiful views and provides a variety of activities and dining options.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 New Hampshire
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 141 assisted living facilities in New Hampshire. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New Hampshire?
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 New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire?
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.











