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Best Independent Living in Dover, NH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 independent living communities in Dover, NH using New Hampshire Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NH
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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5 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 20/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Dover, 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: 135The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Dover, NH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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St. Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
IL
NH
PC
RC
Dover (Dover Point)
54
Facility 54
NH AVG 71
Rank #90 / 169
No
6
Facility 6
NH AVG 31
Rank #173 / 229
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1
Facility 1
NH AVG 7
Rank #29 / 130
Ritza I Ramirez- Gullo
Holiday Maple Suites
IL
Dover (Holiday Drive)
-Yes
17
Facility 17
NH AVG 31
Rank #126 / 229
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Holiday Maple Suites in Dover
IL
Dover (Holiday Drive)
-No
17
Facility 17
NH AVG 31
Rank #126 / 229
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Covered Bridge Manor
IL
NH
Dover
215
Facility 215
NH AVG 71
Rank #5 / 169
No
8
Facility 8
NH AVG 31
Rank #166 / 229
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Clipper Harbor
IL
AL
Portsmouth (Elwyn Park)
-No
50
Facility 50
NH AVG 31
Rank #58 / 229
Private Rooms--
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 Holiday Maple Suites

A proud member of the Atria senior living community, Holiday Maple Suites in Dover has built one of the finest senior living communities in Jackson– prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its residents. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Holiday Maple Suites provides a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of family.

The premier independent living community boasts an elevated lifestyle through the essential service provided for seniors with independent living. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment. They also provide every private apartment with an emergency call system.

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Overview of Holiday Maple Suites in Dover

A proud member of the Atria senior living community, Holiday Maple Suites in Dover has built one of the finest senior living communities in Jackson– prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its residents. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Holiday Maple Suites provides a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of family.

The premier independent living community boasts an elevated lifestyle through the essential service provided for seniors with independent living. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment. They also provide every private apartment with an emergency call system.

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Overview of Covered Bridge Manor

Completed in 2004, Covered Bridge Manor is a welcoming community comprising 26 comfortable apartments designed with elderly residents in mind. The facility offers a range of amenities to enhance the quality of life for its residents, including a common room, a convenient laundry room, and a delightful three-season patio area.

The Dover Housing Authority (DHA) is vital in managing this complex. They diligently screen applicants to ensure a suitable and harmonious living environment for all residents. Additionally, the DHA oversees the maintenance of the facility, ensuring that it remains in excellent condition. Furthermore, the construction of Covered Bridge Manor underscores a commitment to meeting the housing needs of the elderly in Strafford County. In collaboration with Strafford County Community Action and other agencies, the Dover Housing Authority actively brought this valuable addition to the community, providing much-needed elderly housing in the region.

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Overview of Clipper Harbor

Clipper Harbor is one of Portsmouth’s trusted and affordable assisted living homes for seniors near Dover. Residents receive personalized care that allows them to obtain the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The vibrant community ensures only the best approach to senior care. Clipper Harbor prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to experience rejuvenation and recovery in a nurturing home.

Community features include 24-hour care supervision, ADLs, medication management, stimulating activities and programs, and housekeeping– among many others.

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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 Independent Living in Dover, NH

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 5 independent living communities in Dover, NH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Dover, 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 Dover, 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 independent living communities in Dover, 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.