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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rochester, NH
Assisted living costs in Rochester average about $6,194 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Rochester. Our detailed directory has 96 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Dover, Portsmouth and Sanford.
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51 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Carriage Hill Assisted Living is a family owned and operated residence with 24 residents and opened in December 2015. Our residency is intentionally small for each resident to receive individualized attention and to know each staff member caring for his or her needs. Above all, Carriage Hill...
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My FIL was having behavioral issues, they were the only facility willing to take him. The staff has been outstanding in meeting his needs. Conversely Silver Square was no help at all with this situation!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine finally having the time to do the things that make you happy: Catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language, or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Wentworth Home and everything about the experience has been great so far. This facility has been great. We're very happy with Wentworth Home. I would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Wentworth Home — Exceptional Care at an Affordable Price Our warm and welcoming environment provides around the clock nursing staff with assistance tailored to each individual; delicious home cooked meals and engaging social activities and events. With the help of our outstanding employees,...
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Most rooms are shared with one bathroom per two residents. Showers are scheduled once weekly. Communication between staff and families is wonderful. Overall a fabulous place for your loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Overall they've done a great job at the Wadleigh House. It's a very nice community, and it has a warm, homey atmosphere. The facility itself is clean and well kept, and the staff are all very friendly and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Wadleigh House LLC is located in Dover, NH in Strafford County. This residential care home provides the assistance that you need on a daily basis in a location that is full of natural beauty and things to do. Those who spend time in Dover appreciate all that is offered there including Woodman...
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We thought it was going to be a hard placement and my loved one was going to be resistant, but he loves it there. He likes the people and the food. He is comfortable, so overall it is good experience and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Your parents have been there for you since day one. They made sure that you were well taken care of as a child and made many sacrifices for you through adolescence. As the years pass, you soon find yourself in the position where the tables turn. It is now your turn to make sure that they are well...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Rochester, NH
The average cost of senior living in Rochester is $6,194 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,405 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rochester, NH vs. nearby cities
Rochester, NH
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rochester, NH vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Rochester, NH by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rochester, NH
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Rochester.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Rochester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Rochester
Harmony Homes By the Bay in Durham, NH
4.7
I honestly can not understand why someone would say that they walked in Harmony Homes By the Bay and thought it was dark and dirty. The opposite is true. After experience with countless nursing/assisted living facilities, I chose for mom to live here, both of us could not be happier! It’s ...
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Avita of Wells
5.0
Each and every one of their staff provided the excellent care that any family would want their loved one to receive. The staff at Avita cared for her as if she were their own loved one and made our family feel like a welcomed part of the community. Avita staff was actively trying to engage her ...
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Brookdale Spruce Wood in Durham, NH
5.0
My parents moved into Brookdale Sprucewood in Feb 2022. They quickly made friends, and engage in community activities. Everything they need is provided right where they live!
Rochester review score based on 38 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 7 Rochester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Rochester review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Rochester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Rochester assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 38 reviews of 7 Rochester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rochester resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Rochester, NH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
5.0
4.5
Meals & dining
4.8
4.1
Activities
4.8
4.1
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Rochester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rochester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rochester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Rochester assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Rochester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Rochester assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Rochester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rochester assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rochester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
85.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Rochester assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rochester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rochester assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Rochester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rochester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Hampshire assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Rochester protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Pines Of Newmarket and Spring Village at Dover are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rochester, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Rochester, New Hampshire. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Rochester, New Hampshire are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Spring Village at Dover and Atria Kennebunk. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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