What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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St Joseph Hospital | Nursing Home in Nashua, NH

Overview of St Joseph Hospital

St. Joseph Hospital is a healthcare facility located in Nashua, New Hampshire. It offers a wide range of services including rehabilitation, primary care, and specialized medical treatments. The hospital has been serving the community since 1908, focusing on quality and patient experience.

(603) 882-3000

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 208

208-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Facility TypeHospital

StatusActive

IssuanceApril 1, 2026

ExpirationMarch 31, 2027

CountyHillsborough

License Number00023

St Joseph Hospital is administrated by John Jurczyk.

Rehabilitation Services

Specific ProgramsAcute Rehab Center, Breast Care Center, Cancer Care, Cardiac Services, Diagnostic Imaging Services, Digestive Health Experts, Emergency Department, Endocrinology, Laboratory Services, Maternity Care, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Occupational Health, Orthopedics, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Pediatric Care, Pharmacy, Podiatry, Primary Care, Pulmonary Medicine, Rheumatology, Services and Care for Older Adults, Neurodiagnostic & Sleep Services, Surgical Services, Urgent Care, Urology, Vascular Services, Virtual Visits, Wound and Ostomy Care

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5 facilities compared · CMS & NH Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Harbor Care		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Nashua	66	63.5%	-22%	4.29				-	0%	1	0	0.0	68	-	-	Avalon Of Washington Llc	$15.1M	$4.2M	27.6%	505016
The Courville at Nashua		AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Nashua (Hunt Street)	94	75.8%	-7%	3.64				+56%	-15%	0	8	2.7	68	-	57	Courville, Richard	$13.5M	$4.4M	32.9%	305037
Nashua Post Acute Care		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Nashua	292	81.5%	0%	3.71				+32%	-13%	0	25	6.3	205	-	-	Greenhalgh, Katrina	$34.1M	$15.1M	44.4%	305005
St Joseph Hospital	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Nashua	208	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Nashua	188	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Harbor Care

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Nashua

Bed Count: 66

Occupancy: 63.5%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -22%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.3

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: 0%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 68.20

Operator: Avalon Of Washington Llc

Home Revenue: $15,099,726.00

Payroll Costs: $4,168,759.00

Payroll %: 27.6%

CCN: 505016

The Courville at Nashua

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL NH

Community: Nashua (Hunt Street)

Bed Count: 94

Occupancy: 75.8%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -7%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.6

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+56%

Staffing vs State Avg: -15%

Citations: 8

Citations per Inspection: 2.7

Avg Residents/Day: 68

Operator: Courville, Richard

Home Revenue: $13,497,248.00

Payroll Costs: $4,436,649.00

Payroll %: 32.9%

CCN: 305037

Nashua Post Acute Care

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Nashua

Bed Count: 292

Occupancy: 81.5%

Occupancy vs State Avg: 0%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+32%

Staffing vs State Avg: -13%

Citations: 25

Citations per Inspection: 6.3

Avg Residents/Day: 205.20

Operator: Greenhalgh, Katrina

Home Revenue: $34,058,877.00

Payroll Costs: $15,120,968.00

Payroll %: 44.4%

CCN: 305005

St Joseph Hospital

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Nashua

Bed Count: 208

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Southern New Hampshire Medical Center

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Nashua

Bed Count: 188

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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NH Medicaid CFI Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Small state; rural access emphasis.

NH ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center

NH ServiceLink

General: Age 60+, New Hampshire resident, or caregiver.

Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits: Not applicable.

NH Specifics: Primarily referral-based; limited direct funding.

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

New Hampshire Old Age Assistance

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Automatic Medicaid eligibility; estate recovery applies.

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program (via NFCSP)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program

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 Specifics: 13 ServiceLink locations; rural/low-income priority.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Hampshire Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program

General: Age 60+ prioritized, 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 Specifics: Administered by 5 CAP agencies; covers oil, gas, electric, wood.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

New Hampshire SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NH resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

NH Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

New Hampshire VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).

NH Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

NH Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

New Hampshire Property Tax Relief

General: Age 65+ prioritized, 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.

NH Specifics: Refundable relief (~$100-$500/year); annual application.

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