Best Memory Care in Concord, NH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 8 memory care providers in Concord, NH using NH Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NH
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Avg Walk Score: 25/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Concord, 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: 101The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Concord, NH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Concord

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. 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. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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.
Harris Hill Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Concord
85
Facility 85
NH AVG
Rank #36 / 66
Yes
59
Facility 59
NH AVG
Rank #15 / 65
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #8 / 34
-Andrea Sherwin
The Birches at Concord
MC
RC
Concord
60Yes 17 Studio / Suite26A+Katie Huberdeau
Woodcrest Village
MC
AL
HOS
IL
RC
New London
50No 46 Studio / 1 Bed1-Bethany L. Brenner
Hillsbrook Village
MC
AL
IL
Allenstown (Suncook)
62Yes 26 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-Paul Botana-Gumbs
Havenwood
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Concord
70
Facility 70
NH AVG
Rank #43 / 66
Yes
23
Facility 23
NH AVG
Rank #38 / 65
1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+-
Granite Ledges of Concord
MC
AL
RC
Concord
90Yes 2 -26-Deborah Burns, RN
Merrimack County Nursing Home
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Boscawen (Gerrish)
290
Facility 290
NH AVG
Rank #2 / 66
No-Private Rooms--Heather M Moquin
Heritage Heights
MC
AL
CCRC(
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Concord (East Concord)
-Yes
5
Facility 5
NH AVG
Rank #58 / 65
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1
Facility 1
NH AVG
Rank #8 / 34
-Mt Debra Willey

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 8 analyzed for Concord. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Harris Hill Center

Harris Hill Center provides nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Concord, NH. Memory care is secured and supervised for residents who may wander, while nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nurses on site around the clock. Hospice supports care at the end of life, and palliative care focuses on comfort and relief from symptoms during serious illness.

Harris Hill Center may be a good fit for someone whose needs could change over time and who may need a different level or focus of care without leaving the community. The 85 bed community has private rooms for one resident and shared rooms for two. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, with private pay meaning the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 3h 21m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.

A Walk Score of 59 out of 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, where some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore be able to manage those trips independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident with a pet can consider keeping that companion while living at the community. Andrea Sherwin serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Birches at Concord

Residing in the inviting community of Concord, NH, The Birches at Concord is a vibrant senior living community offering memory care and respite care services. Here, residents can choose from a variety of accommodations including memory care studio and memory care companion suite. Focusing on memory care, residents can receive personalized, 24/7 needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment and other thoughtfully designed programs based on the immediate needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Short-term stays with personalized services are also available for respite care.

The community offers top-notch amenities and services to maximize its residents’ living experience. These are categorized into specialized sensory dining, secure common spaces, therapeutic experiences, and support of care providers. With the Birches of Concord, seniors are assured of a retirement worth remembering.

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Overview of Woodcrest Village

Woodcrest Village offers exceptional personal care for assisted and memory care living. The senior living home strongly promotes independence that allows a sense of belonging for oneself in a resident-centered environment. Woodcrest Village assures an enriched lifestyle for seniors to feel inspired in further maintaining a purposeful life.

All-inclusive provided includes a list of services and amenities created to ensure that residents live a hassle-free lifestyle– restaurant-style meals provided, housekeeping and laundry, 24/7 nurses on-site, and activities that focus on holistic wellness.

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Overview of Hillsbrook Village

A short drive from Concord, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community that has designed its signature programs to have its residents feel young and vibrant with the energy given off by the environment. The retirement home aims to inspire the quality of life for its seniors through enrichment, empowerment, and encouragement that reinvents and redesigns the approach to senior living in a modern way.

As an Everbrook Senior Living home, experiencing the power of community with  Hillsbrook Village’s individualized-focused approach to senior care is essential to attending to its residents as soon as possible. With a dedicated team of caregivers who strive to create a stimulating and nurturing environment where individuals thrive, they offer specialized memory care activities and delicious and healthy meal plans that promote overall well-being and create meaningful moments.

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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 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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Overview of Merrimack County Nursing Home

Heather M. Moquin serves as administrator at Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen, New Hampshire. Operating 290 beds with a 95 percent occupancy rate, the property provides skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care options. Private rooms offer personal living space for individual residents.

Daily hands-on nurse allocation averages 5 hours and 23 minutes per resident. Recent state regulatory oversight reflects high health-compliance standards, keeping the citations-per-inspection rate at zero for primary reviews. Public records list no active administrative fines or formal enforcement actions.

Outdoor features include a paved walking path along with seating under a pergola and inside a gazebo. Financial arrangements accept private funding alongside Medicare and Medicaid coverage for qualifying residents.

Families searching for senior care in Merrimack County can contact the main office to arrange a tour of the grounds, view private room layouts, and discuss payment details with the administrative team.

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Overview of Heritage Heights

Heritage Heights offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, respite care, and a continuing care retirement community in Concord, NH. It is in the East Concord neighborhood and opened in 1980. Independent living provides a private home without daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care gives a resident a short stay while their usual caregiver travels or recovers. Several care levels are available, so Heritage Heights may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Short term rehabilitation provides a temporary stay focused on recovery after an illness, injury, or hospital treatment; Medicare can be used for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay is also accepted. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them. Mt Debra Willey serves as the administrator.

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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 Memory Care in Concord, NH

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.

Does New Hampshire Medicaid cover memory care?

New Hampshire Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 8 memory care communities in Concord, NH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Concord, 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 Concord, 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 memory care communities in Concord, 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.