Families searching for senior living in New Hampshire will be greeted by natural beauty in just about every direction. The Granite State remains a popular spot for seniors, largely for its outstanding scenery, but also for its easy access to the Atlantic Coast and nearby New England destinations. New Hampshire’s main metropolitan area, Manchester, is located in the south-central region, but most of the state is defined by its winding rivers, natural bodies of water, and conifer-covered landscape. Lake Winnipesaukee is a large glacial lake in central New Hampshire at the foothills of the White Mountains. This rugged subrange of the Appalachians stretches into the state’s Great North Woods region and attracts millions of tourists every year with its ski slopes, hiking trails, and climbing walls. New Hampshire may be small in area, but it offers countless opportunities for an active yet peaceful retirement.
Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 15 independent living communities in New Hampshire.
The median monthly cost of independent living in New Hampshire is about $3,200.
my mother was there from [dates removed] when she passed. My mother had alzheimers and when I could no longer care for her in my home I choose Carriage Hill. They from the beginning till the end cared for...
When I first went there I was impressed with how clean and bright it is. The apartment I chose for my father is a nice sized one bedroom. Staff have all been helpful and friendly. My father really likes the...
They were so helpful in getting our family member settled into the facility. She was very confused, but they put her at ease. We have seen a remarkable improvement in her every day contentment. I think my...
You feel like you just walked into a large family home. Clean, bright and friendly. Had lunch with a friend her while visiting and food was just like a nice restraunt. Everyone was happy and healthy. ...
When I first went there I was impressed with how clean and bright it is. The apartment I chose for my father is a nice sized one bedroom. Staff have all been helpful and friendly. My father really likes the...
My Mom (92 years old with long term dementia, wheelchair) has spent the past year in "The Harbor", the secure Memory Care Unit at Nashua Crossings. It has been the best experience for both of us! Mom is...
The physical environment is very inviting. There are always activities scheduled for various levels of participation. Everyone is very friendly and approachable. My mother was on hospice and I was very...
I wish they had more of a variety of activities. All and all, it's been a good place though. I would recommend it to others. I wish they had more a real "movie theater" type of place. Like some of the...
my mother was there from [dates removed] when she passed. My mother had alzheimers and when I could no longer care for her in my home I choose Carriage Hill. They from the beginning till the end cared for...
Mom loves it here. When Ive had issues, the staff listens and makes sure things are corrected. We are very happy with our choice. A smallish community where it is easy for everyone to fit in. A lovely...
The physical environment is very inviting. There are always activities scheduled for various levels of participation. Everyone is very friendly and approachable. My mother was on hospice and I was very...
The staff is very patient and friendly with my 70 and 72 yr old parents. The food is good they try to accommodate everyone as much as they can. there is a calendar they sign up for trips probably 1 to 2...
Overall family member has settled in nicely is assisted very well when needed. Staff is very friendly. Meals are good but he still complains sometimes. Activities are great and there are a variety of...
When I first went there I was impressed with how clean and bright it is. The apartment I chose for my father is a nice sized one bedroom. Staff have all been helpful and friendly. My father really likes the...
Independent living communities in New Hampshire don’t have to be licensed or regulated by a state agency, but they must adhere to local rental laws. However, if an independent living facility shares a campus with an assisted living facility, then the assisted living unit must follow New Hampshire assisted living regulations.
Stand-alone independent living communities in New Hampshire must follow the same standards as any ordinary rental in the state. Therefore, independent living landlords must provide the following to residents:[01]
New Hampshire independent living residents must also follow the tenant duties outlined in their leases, which often include maintaining a clean unit and keeping it in working order.
In New Hampshire, independent living communities must comply with the federal Fair Housing Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This prohibits landlords from discriminating against a resident due to their disability. It also requires landlords to provide reasonable accommodations and modifications to allow residents with disabilities the same rights as any resident.[02]
A reasonable modification is a structural change to a resident’s unit or shared spaces in the independent living community. It allows residents with disabilities full enjoyment of housing and common spaces. Examples of reasonable modifications include:[03]
A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, practices, or services that allows residents with disabilities an equal opportunity to use and enjoy their unit or common areas. Examples of reasonable accommodations include:[03]
New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services
Main Building
105 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 800-735-2964
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New Hampshire doesn’t make rental inspection reports available online at the state level. Residents can try contacting their city’s or county’s local housing authority for more information on independent living inspections in their area.
New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated, Towns, Cities, Village Districts, and Unincorporated Places § 48-A (1979 & rev. 2014).
Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire. Housing.
Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire. Fair housing rights of people with disabilities.
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