Page 6 of Best Assisted Living in New Hampshire

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 138 assisted living communities in 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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Avg Monthly Cost: $7,880The average monthly cost across facilities in New Hampshire. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New Hampshire. 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: 69The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Hampshire. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around New Hampshire

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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Amoskeag Residence
AL
Manchester (Bakersville)
12
Facility 12
NH AVG 69
Rank #136 / 164
No
82
Facility 82
NH AVG 37
Rank #16 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Timothy J Larochelle
Covenant Living of Keene (Assisted Living and Memory Care)
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Keene
61
Facility 61
NH AVG 69
Rank #81 / 164
Yes
12
Facility 12
NH AVG 37
Rank #141 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Jennifer Norris
Rose Haven
AL
RESC
Merrimack (East Merrimack)
28
Facility 28
NH AVG 69
Rank #122 / 164
Yes
48
Facility 48
NH AVG 37
Rank #60 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Joanna Rochon
Granite Ledges of Concord
AL
MC
RC
Concord
90
Facility 90
NH AVG 69
Rank #50 / 164
Yes
2
Facility 2
NH AVG 37
Rank #188 / 190
26
Facility 26
NH AVG 7
Rank #17 / 134
Deborah Burns, RN
Rivermead
AL
IL
MC
Peterborough
92
Facility 92
NH AVG 69
Rank #49 / 164
No
4
Facility 4
NH AVG 37
Rank #176 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Meghan M Cook
Cedar Healthcare Center
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Portsmouth
102
Facility 102
NH AVG 69
Rank #40 / 164
No
80
Facility 80
NH AVG 37
Rank #19 / 190
-Nathaniel A St Pierre
Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
Milford
44
Facility 44
NH AVG 69
Rank #106 / 164
Yes
19
Facility 19
NH AVG 37
Rank #123 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Robert R Memmolo
Bellamy Fields Assisted Living
AL
MC
Dover
52
Facility 52
NH AVG 69
Rank #92 / 164
Yes
14
Facility 14
NH AVG 37
Rank #135 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Allyson R Greco
Spring Village at Summerhill
AL
MC
Peterborough
75
Facility 75
NH AVG 69
Rank #69 / 164
Yes
4
Facility 4
NH AVG 37
Rank #176 / 190
1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 134
Kristie Greenwood
The Residence at Silver Square
AL
IL
MC
RC
Dover
95
Facility 95
NH AVG 69
Rank #47 / 164
No
54
Facility 54
NH AVG 37
Rank #51 / 190
-Christopher Kelly

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 138 on this page.

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Overview of Amoskeag Residence

Experience the best of your golden years at Amoskeag Residence, an idyllic haven in Manchester, NH, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, dedicated support for their daily living activities, including grooming and transferring, is provided around the clock. Here, residents have more time to focus on themselves, especially with household services and meal preparation.

Fitness classes and a variety of recreational opportunities, like arts and crafts, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Here, there’s no need to worry about meal preparation, as medication reminders are also provided. With its nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Covenant Living of Keene (assisted Living and Memory Care)

Covenant Living of Keene is a nursing care community located at 100 Wyman Road in Keene, New Hampshire. The facility coordinates multiple payment arrangements by accepting private pay alongside traditional options. For visitors, the surrounding suburban area is car-dependent, meaning family members will generally rely on personal vehicles or arranged transportation to reach the property.

The newly established building accommodates up to 61 residents, providing a clinical focus centered on short-term skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and temporary respite care. Round-the-clock staffing manages this daily routine, delivering an average of 5 hours and 34 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, with nurse aides providing 4 hours of that total. This high volume of hands-on attention supports post-hospital therapy tracks and chronic disease management.

State records outline the facility’s baseline operational status under New Hampshire health department guidelines. Because this is a newly opened site, early inspection filings show a clean operational start with a cumulative citations-per-inspection rate of zero, indicating full adherence to state safety, documentation, and infection control standards.

Older adults reside in a clinical layout that offers structured wellness programs and dedicated caregiver support groups for visiting family members. The culinary team prepares three meals daily, served in a shared dining area. The weekly routine includes access to various on-campus events, live performances, educational presentations, and community luncheons.

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Overview of Rose Haven

Engage in a fulfilling retirement experience with Rose Haven, an idyllic senior living community in Merrimack, NH, offering excellent assisted living services. The community strives to provide its residents with a home-like environment where they can enjoy an array of supportive services, including support with their daily activities, personal care, and more. Residents’ lives are made easy and convenient with housekeeping and laundry services offered to lessen their chores.

The community also handles the meal preparation and provides residents with tasty and healthy meals that are tailored to accommodate seniors’ unique nutritional needs and palates. Residents are also offered an array of activities designed based on their capabilities and interests to help them stay active, and reconnect with their past hobbies. With a round the clock care team and comfortable private accommodations, residents here are guaranteed to enjoy a simple, cozy, yet vibrant living experience.

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Overview of Granite Ledges of Concord

Administered by registered nurse Deborah Burns, Granite Ledges of Concord is a 90-bed assisted living, memory care, and respite care community on Langley Parkway in Concord, New Hampshire. It sits in a serene residential neighborhood about 2.2 miles from Concord’s city center. Its 26-year operation signals a long track record of managing daily operations and adapting to regulatory changes over time.

The community’s real advantage is flexibility across care types. Since all three care types operate under one roof, an occupant’s needs may shift from assisted living to memory care without a move being needed. This continuity can matter when you’re looking for stability for the long term. Respite care is offered for people needing a temporary, short-term stay. The car-dependent neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 2, so most errands require a vehicle. This is a residential pocket, not a walkable downtown area. In turn, visiting families and staff drive regularly. The area is calmer and less built-up than central Concord, which suits people preferring a more residential setting away from commercial bustle.

To see the rooms, get a feel for the daily culture, and discuss pricing and specific care needs with the administrator, families exploring Granite Ledges of Concord should tour it in person.

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Rivermead

150 Rivermead Road, Peterborough, NH 03458
Overview of Rivermead

Rivermead sits on the water in Peterborough, New Hampshire, a 92-bed community built around a continuum of care: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all under one roof. The neighborhood is car-dependent (Walk Score 4), so getting to errands or appointments generally means driving rather than walking out the door.

That continuum structure is the community’s defining feature: residents can shift between independent living, assisted living, and memory care as their needs change. They don’t have to pack up for a new address each time they need a different level of support. For a family trying to avoid repeated moves as a parent ages, that matters more than almost anything else on the page.

Riverfront views and walking trails run through the property, giving residents a reason to be outside beyond a scheduled activity. There’s an indoor heated pool with structured classes, so swimming isn’t limited to warm months. A calendar of cultural events rounds things out for residents who want something social or creative to look forward to.

Rivermead reads as a fit for older adults who want to settle somewhere once and stay. The continuum runs from independent living through assisted living and, if it comes to that, memory care, all in a riverfront setting built for that kind of long horizon.

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Overview of Cedar Healthcare Center

Cedar Healthcare Center is a 102-bed nursing home located on Jones Avenue in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Financial planning remains flexible at this location, with the facility accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. For visitors, the surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable and pedestrian-friendly, meaning family members can easily complete daily errands or access local destinations entirely on foot.

Stays average around 162 days, pointing to a standard operational balance between post-hospital therapy tracks and extended skilled care. This steady demand keeps the building functioning at a 79 percent occupancy level. Daily operations are backed by 3 hours and 18 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, utilizing a round-the-clock team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who manage physical rehabilitation, temporary respite stays, total parenteral nutrition, mental health recovery, and hospice support.

State files show a history of inspection surveys that have focused on resident care protocols, safety management, and infection control procedures. Oversight records from the health department indicate that the facility has implemented corrective measures to resolve these earlier tracking gaps, and the building maintains an overall cumulative citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Prospective residents live in private or semi-private accommodations with integrated discharge planning to streamline the transition back home. Meals are coordinated by on-staff dietitians to fulfill specific therapeutic and medical requirements, served in a centralized dining setting.

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Overview of Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living

Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living is a breathtakingly beautiful and welcoming community nestled in the heart of Milford, New Hampshire. With its vibrant atmosphere and positive vibes, this extraordinary residence offers a haven for seniors seeking assisted living with memory care, as well as a life enriched with endless possibilities. Surrounded by picturesque forests and perched atop rolling hills, Ledgewood Bay provides not only a stunning backdrop but also convenient access to local retailers, healthcare services, and other amenities.
From stimulating artistic pursuits to engaging social events, there are endless opportunities for individuals to explore their creativity and forge meaningful connections. At Ledgewood Bay, a compassionate and attentive team ensures that residents receive just the right support while maintaining their independence and freedom. Assisted living apartments are thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and convenience, offering a variety of styles to suit every taste. From scheduled housekeeping and linen services to reliable transportation and an emergency response system, Ledgewood Bay attends to every detail, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their loved ones.

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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 Spring Village at Summerhill

Kristie Greenwood is the person in charge of Spring Village at Summerhill. It is a home with 75 beds that offers assisted living and memory care, and you can find it on Old Dublin Road in the town of Peterborough, New Hampshire. Since the area has a very low walk score, residents and the family members who come to visit will find that they definitely need to have a car available, because walking to run errands nearby is not really a practical or safe option.

The dedicated staff there includes licensed nurses and nursing assistants who work hard to help with daily needs so that everyone feels comfortable and safe. If a family is not quite ready to make a big, permanent decision, the home also offers a special kind of short-term care, which gives families a simple way to try out the living situation for a little while. Also, pets are welcome to live there too, which is very good news for anyone who does not want to leave their favorite animal behind.

By offering both help for daily living and memory care in one place, Spring Village can serve many different people, whether they are moving in for long-term support or just for a short, temporary stay.

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Overview of The Residence at Silver Square

The Residence at Silver Square undoubtedly provides the highest care for memory care and assisted living options in Dover. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The upscale senior living community prides itself on being a renowned home in Dover.

As a proud member of the renowned LCB Senior Living Community, the lifestyle at The Residence is easy and worry-free; through the community’s extensive services, residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

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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 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 138 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.