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Best Assisted Living in New Hampshire

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 221 homes in New Hampshire

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Hampshire Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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

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Windham Terrace
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Windham
82
Facility 82
NH AVG 108
Rank #63 / 170
No
41
Facility 41
NH AVG 28
Rank #81 / 229
-
-
Facility -
NH AVG
-Lynda C Brislin
Greystone Farm at Salem
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Salem (Salem Depot)
82
Facility 82
NH AVG 108
Rank #63 / 170
No
48
Facility 48
NH AVG 28
Rank #61 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
NH AVG
Rank #11 / 124
FLisa D Collins
The Residence at Silver Square
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Dover
95
Facility 95
NH AVG 108
Rank #52 / 170
No
54
Facility 54
NH AVG 28
Rank #52 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
Facility -
NH AVG
-Christopher Kelly
Wheelock Terrace
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Hanover
80
Facility 80
NH AVG 108
Rank #67 / 170
No
4
Facility 4
NH AVG 28
Rank #178 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Kristie L Daigneault
Partridge House
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Hampton
80
Facility 80
NH AVG 108
Rank #67 / 170
No
58
Facility 58
NH AVG 28
Rank #45 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suites
17
Facility 17
NH AVG
Rank #21 / 124
A+Sarah Kearney
Exeter Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Exeter (Hampton Road)
81
Facility 81
NH AVG 108
Rank #65 / 170
No
28
Facility 28
NH AVG 28
Rank #104 / 229
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Rodica Anghel
The Residences at Salem Woods
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Salem
100
Facility 100
NH AVG 108
Rank #49 / 170
No
22
Facility 22
NH AVG 28
Rank #120 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Brian P Beausoleil
The Boulders, RiverWoods Exeter
SC

Senior Communitie

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Exeter
64
Facility 64
NH AVG 108
Rank #80 / 170
No
0
Facility 0
NH AVG 28
Rank #203 / 229
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Rebecca A May
RiverWoods Exeter
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Exeter (Perkins Hill)
66
Facility 66
NH AVG 108
Rank #78 / 170
No
0
Facility 0
NH AVG 28
Rank #203 / 229
-
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Lauren N Goldman
The Arbors of Bedford
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Bedford (Hawthorne Drive)
89
Facility 89
NH AVG 108
Rank #57 / 170
Yes
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 28
Rank #136 / 229
Studio
13
Facility 13
NH AVG
Rank #23 / 124
-Shannon M Bernier
Benchmark at Rye
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Rye (Lafayette Road)
64
Facility 64
NH AVG 108
Rank #80 / 170
No
16
Facility 16
NH AVG 28
Rank #131 / 229
Studio
28
Facility 28
NH AVG
Rank #11 / 124
FMallory R Lord
Pines of Newmarket
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Newmarket
81
Facility 81
NH AVG 108
Rank #65 / 170
Yes
12
Facility 12
NH AVG 28
Rank #142 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Michael Queene
Benchmark at Bedford Falls
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Bedford (Corporate Drive)
114
Facility 114
NH AVG 108
Rank #27 / 170
Yes
29
Facility 29
NH AVG 28
Rank #101 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
NH AVG
Rank #11 / 124
FApril J Lyons
All American Senior Living in Kingston
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Kingston
112
Facility 112
NH AVG 108
Rank #31 / 170
No
15
Facility 15
NH AVG 28
Rank #133 / 229
Shared / Private Studio
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #28 / 124
-Kelly A Ritter
Villa Crest Nursing and Retirement Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Manchester
126
Facility 126
NH AVG 108
Rank #22 / 170
No
39
Facility 39
NH AVG 28
Rank #85 / 229
Private Rooms
-
Facility -
NH AVG
-Nathan E O\'Bara
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Overview of Lebanon Center Genesis Healthcare
Lebanon Center Genesis Healthcare is a skilled nursing facility located in Lebanon, NH. It offers post-hospital rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. The center is dedicated to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from illness or injury.

Contact Lebanon Center Genesis Healthcare

Overview of Salemhaven Nursing Home
Salemhaven is a long-term care and rehabilitation center located in Salem, NH. It offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services in a comfortable and caring environment. The facility is committed to providing an active and enjoyable lifestyle for seniors.

Contact Salemhaven Nursing Home

Overview of Wolfeboro Bay Center
Wolfeboro Bay Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. It offers comprehensive care services including post-hospital rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory support for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. The center is dedicated to providing personalized care and accepts various forms of insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Contact Wolfeboro Bay Center

Overview of Woodlawn Care Center
Woodlawn Care Center is a senior care facility. It offers various services to support the needs of its residents. The center is locally owned and emphasizes high-quality care.

Contact Woodlawn Care Center

Overview of Webster at Rye
Webster at Rye is an assisted living community located in Rye, New Hampshire. It offers various levels of care including assisted living, nursing care, and memory care. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, social activities, and around-the-clock nursing care.

Contact Webster at Rye

Overview of The Elms Center
The Elms Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Milford, NH. It specializes in post-hospital short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite services. The center is recognized for its quality care and is a partner in the We Honor Veterans program.

Contact The Elms Center

Overview of Laconia Rehabilitation Center
Laconia Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home located in Bronx, NY. It provides quality care for those in need of short-term rehabilitation and long-term placement. The facility focuses on helping residents recover and gain maximum functionality in a caring environment.

Contact Laconia Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Goffstown Nursing and Rehab Center
Goffstown Nursing and Rehab Center is a senior care facility in Goffstown, NH. It offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services in a warm, welcoming environment. The community is dedicated to providing personalized care and engaging activities for residents.

Contact Goffstown Nursing and Rehab Center

Overview of Rochester Manor
Rochester Manor is located in Rochester, PA. It provides short-term rehab, long-term care, and therapies in the Manor, which is the skilled nursing section. The facility also offers assisted independent senior living in the Villa.

Contact Rochester Manor

Overview of Golden View Health Care Center
Golden View Health Care Center is a nationally recognized and locally managed non-profit community in Meredith, NH. It offers a continuum of quality health care services including assisted living, respite care, and memory support. The facility is designed to provide a warm and intimate setting for seniors, ensuring they feel at home.

Contact Golden View Health Care Center

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 22 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.