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Best Independent Living in Dover, NH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 independent living communities in Dover, NH using NH Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NH
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Dover, NH our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Dover, NH.
4 homes
Other senior care options in Dover:
Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes
Avg Walk Score: 12/ 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: 54The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Dover, NH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
Care Types in This Table 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. 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. 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.
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.
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.
St. Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing CenterA
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Dover
54
Facility 54
NH AVG —
Rank #50 / 66
Yes
6
Facility 6
NH AVG —
Rank #56 / 65
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1
Facility 1
NH AVG —
Rank #8 / 34
Ritza I Ramirez- Gullo
Holiday Maple Suites-
IL
Dover
-Yes 17 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Holiday Maple Suites in Dover-
IL
Dover
-Yes 17 ---
Covered Bridge Manor-
IL
Dover
-No 8 ---

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Dover. See how we rank facilities

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St. Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

195 Dover Point Rd, Dover, NH 03820
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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.

Phone: (603) 742-2612

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Holiday Maple Suites

30 Holiday Dr, Dover, NH 03820
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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.

Phone: (603) 742-8820

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Holiday Maple Suites in Dover

30 Holiday Dr, Dover, NH 03820
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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.

Phone: (603) 742-8820

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Covered Bridge Manor

280 County Farm Rd, Dover, NH 03820
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Covered Bridge Manor is an independent living community in Dover, NH. Independent living here means private living with community services rather than daily care, so it may suit a resident who manages everyday personal needs independently.

Phone: (603) 750-4141

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 4 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.

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