Overview of Covered Bridge Manor

Owned by the County of Strafford, Covered Bridge Manor is a 215-bed nursing home and independent living community at 280 County Farm Rd in Dover. The two-story community has served residents since 2004. It supports both people recovering through short-term rehabilitation and those needing long-term nursing care.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover the cost of care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 19, so most errands and outings require a car. In return, residents enjoy a quieter setting away from busier commercial areas.

The community has an occupancy rate of 81%, so apartments or beds may be available more often than at many full-capacity facilities. Residents stay for an average of about 2 years, which reflects the community’s role in both rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.

Average nurse staffing at this community is 5 hours and 34 minutes of care per resident each day. That includes 1 hour and 10 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 34 minutes from certified nursing assistants, and 37 minutes from licensed practical nurses. The staffing mix offers consistent hands-on care and clinical support throughout the day.

Residents have access to therapy services, recreation and activity programs, social services and dietary support. The community has a common room, a laundry room and a three-season patio. Residents here have the choice to relax or spend time with others. With a combination of independent living apartments and skilled nursing beds, residents can choose their level of care.

Families interested in Covered Bridge Manor are welcome to visit the community to learn more about the care options, see the amenities, and discuss what services would support the needs of a loved one.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100 Rank #165 / 228Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 228 homes in New Hampshire for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Hampshire facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Dover's city center to Covered Bridge Manor's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.45 miles to nearest hospital (Wentworth-Douglass Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
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Covered Bridge Manor is located in Dover, New Hampshire.
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Choices for Independence

NH Medicaid CFI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Hampshire resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NH

Small state; rural access emphasis.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home aides

NH ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center

NH ServiceLink

Age 60+
General New Hampshire resident, or caregiver.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NH

Primarily referral-based; limited direct funding.

Benefits
Care coordination Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

New Hampshire Old Age Assistance

Age 65+
General NH resident, US citizen/eligible alien, not in public institution.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,063/month (individual, net after deductions); varies by living arrangement.
Asset Limits $1,500 (individual), $2,000 (couple).
NH

Automatic Medicaid eligibility; estate recovery applies.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$200/month) for living costs (e.g., rent, utilities, care support)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program (via NFCSP)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NH

13 ServiceLink locations; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Hampshire Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NH

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$33,614/year (1-person), ~$43,958/year (2-person) (150% FPL).
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NH

Administered by 5 CAP agencies; covers oil, gas, electric, wood.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,200/season) Weatherization Emergency fuel ($450 max)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Hampshire VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

NH Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

New Hampshire Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ prioritized
General NH resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$47,000/year (individual), ~$60,000/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap at $750,000.
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Refundable relief (~$100-$500/year); annual application.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$100-$500/year) to offset housing costs Indirectly aiding care funding

Frequently Asked Questions about Covered Bridge Manor

Is Covered Bridge Manor in a walkable area?

Covered Bridge Manor has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Covered Bridge Manor?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Covered Bridge Manor in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Covered Bridge Manor?

Covered Bridge Manor is located at 280 County Farm Rd, Dover, NH 03820.

What is the phone number of Covered Bridge Manor?

(603) 750-4141 will put you in contact with the team at Covered Bridge Manor.

Does Covered Bridge Manor provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Covered Bridge Manor is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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