Page 6 of Best Senior Communities in New Hampshire

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Havenwood
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Concord
70Yes 23 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+-
Wadleigh House LLC
SC
AL
Dover
12No 81 -1-Annemarie M Jalbert
Aynsley Place
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Nashua
46Yes 70 -1-Jennifer M Mcdonald
Comfort Keepers Corporate
SC
HC
MC
RC
Plymouth (West Plymouth)
-Yes 24 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms21A+Martha Swats
Johnson Creek Village
SC
AL
MC
Dover
22Yes 8 Companion Suite / Private Suite1-Annemarie Jalbert
Forestview Manor Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
Meredith
26No-Studio45A+Leigh Milne
St. Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
SC
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Dover
54Yes 6 -1-Ritza I Ramirez- Gullo
Nashua Post Acute Care
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Nashua
292No 7 -1-Katrina L Greenhalgh
Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge
SC
AL
Derry
16No 4 Private Rooms1-Christine A Burdick
Myrtle Manor
SC
AL
Manchester
17No 94 -1-Suzanne D Dumont
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Overview of Havenwood

Havenwood is an exceptional senior living community that offers a tranquil and supportive environment for older adults seeking a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. Located in a picturesque setting, this community provides a range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. The spacious and thoughtfully designed apartments offer a comfortable and private living space, while the inviting common areas provide opportunities for socialization, relaxation, and engaging in a variety of activities. The compassionate and dedicated staff at Havenwood are committed to delivering personalized care that promotes independence, well-being, and dignity.

At Havenwood, residents have access to an array of amenities and enriching programs that enhance their physical, social, and intellectual well-being. From chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style dining room to a robust calendar of activities, including fitness classes, educational seminars, cultural outings, and social events, there is always something exciting to look forward to. The community also features beautifully landscaped grounds, including outdoor patios and walking paths, providing a peaceful and serene setting to enjoy nature. With its focus on promoting an active and fulfilling lifestyle, Havenwood strives to create a warm and inclusive community where residents can age gracefully and make the most of their retirement years.

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Overview of Aynsley Place

Aynsley Place aims to transform lives and make them better. When setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, the retirement home is the place perfect for assisted living. Management and staff strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, and the facility maintains top-notch quality

Residential living at Aynsley Place offers services and amenities centered on the personalized care of its unique senior residents. Their services and amenities include transportation, engaging activities, spacious lounge areas, and outdoor common areas.

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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 Forestview Manor Assisted Living

Forestview Manor Assisted Living is a truly exceptional community that caters to the unique needs of seniors, offering a comprehensive range of services including memory care assisted living. With their expertly designed programs and compassionate approach, they provide a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals with memory-related challenges. From personalized assistance with daily activities to specialized memory care programs, they tailor their services to meet the specific needs of each individual. This comprehensive approach ensures that residents receive the right level of care and support, enhancing their overall quality of life.

Their dedication to memory care services sets them apart, and they have garnered a strong reputation for their expertise in this field. By focusing on memory care, they have developed programs and resources that are specifically designed to support individuals with cognitive impairments, providing a safe and enriching environment where residents can thrive. With their experienced team of caregivers, state-of-the-art facilities, and personalized approach to memory care, they offer a haven of comfort and tranquility for seniors and their families.

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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 Comfort Keepers Corporate

Twenty years is a long run for a home care agency, and that’s exactly how long Comfort Keepers Corporate has been operating out of Plymouth, New Hampshire. The agency runs out of an office at 12 Yeaton Rd, and Martha Swats owns and administers the operation.

Here’s the thing about home care that’s different from a residential facility: the care happens wherever the client lives, not on-site. So what matters is the service list, not the building. Comfort Keepers offers home care, memory care, and respite care, plus specialized programs for in-home care and a track specifically for military veterans. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants make up the care team delivering all of it.

The office itself sits in a car-dependent stretch of Plymouth, Walk Score of 24, which mostly just means staff need a car to get around for visits. It doesn’t say much about the quality of care a client receives at home. Speare Memorial Hospital is about three miles away, which is worth knowing if hospital proximity factors into your planning.

What Comfort Keepers Corporate actually offers, based on two decades in business and a service list that spans respite, specialized, and veterans care, is range. This isn’t a one-size approach; it’s a home care provider that’s stuck around long enough to build out several distinct service tracks, which is worth something when you’re trying to match a specific need to a specific kind of support.

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Overview of St. Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

A proud member of Bishop Gendron Senior Living Community, St. Ann is the city’s premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The results-driven nursing home care services are centered on a relaxing and rejuvenating recovery journey for seniors; it is delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents.

Nursing home services include independent living, individualized, and post-surgery or post-hospital care. Essential services include housekeeping, restaurant-style dining, social activities, and scheduled transportation.

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Overview of Nashua Post Acute Care

Nashua Post Acute Care occupies a 292-bed building at 55 Harris Road in Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. Katrina L Greenhalgh administers the facility. The surrounding area is car-dependent: a Walk Score of 7 means most errands, and most visits, mean driving rather than walking.

At 81.5% occupancy, the home serves two fairly different populations under one roof. Short-term rehab admissions, whether through Medicare or private pay, typically last around a month, while Medicaid-covered residents settling in for longer-term nursing care tend to stay closer to a year. Averaged across everyone, length of stay comes to 101 days, a figure the payment-type mix explains better than any single resident’s stay would. Nursing staff time works out to 3 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day.

The rehab side is where the facility’s programming gets specific; its OrthoWin Rehab targets orthopedic recovery, Pulmonary Rehab addresses respiratory needs, and Urgent SNF functions as a rapid-admission pathway into skilled nursing. Respite care is available for families who need a short-term placement rather than a permanent one. A Care Navigation service and a Guest Experience program supplement the clinical offerings, and staffing runs around the clock.

Day to day, residents have private rooms throughout the building, along with an on-campus coffee shop and gourmet dining. Beauty and barber services are on-site, and a recreation activities calendar structures the week. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, which gives families some flexibility in how they cover the cost. The rehab tracks and the longer Medicaid stays point to a building built for two kinds of residents: those passing through for weeks, and those settling in for months.

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Overview of Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge

Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge is a residential assisted living home located at 38 North Shore Road in Derry, New Hampshire, in a quiet neighborhood setting. The home is newly established with 1 year in operation and operates a single-story building with 16 private rooms designed to provide residents with personal space while receiving care support.

The community is led by Administrator Christine A Burdick. As an assisted living home, Beaver Lake Lodge is set up to help older adults with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while encouraging independence. The private-room setting offers residents a residential feel and is often preferred by families seeking a smaller, quieter environment where staff can provide individualized attention.

The location on North Shore Road places the community in a car-dependent area with limited nearby walkable options, which suits residents and families who prefer a residential neighborhood setting over a busier commercial zone. Visiting family members will need to drive for most errands, but the area offers the peace and quiet that many seek in senior living.

For families considering Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge, an in-person tour is an excellent way to meet the administrator and staff, see the private room options, and get a feel for daily life at the community.

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Overview of Myrtle Manor

Myrtle Manor, enveloped in downtown Manchester, invites seniors to indulge in an assisted living experience like no other. The home is dedicated to providing its residents with an unparalleled assisted living experience, including on-site pharmaceutical services to ensure medication needs are met efficiently and effectively. Located near the renowned Elliot Hospital, this community offers 24-hour staff and on-site rehabilitation therapists to ensure residents are provided with the highest level of care.

The community also provides oxygen assistance and monthly checkups to ensure peace of mind for both residents and their loved ones. In addition to the exceptional care, residents can also enjoy the luxuries of a library, media room, and various common areas to relax and socialize in. Meals are freshly prepared and delicious, allowing residents to savor every bite.

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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 Senior Communities in New Hampshire

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 221 senior communities in New Hampshire. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.

Senior Communities in New Hampshire at a glance

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: 53The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Hampshire. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90