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Assisted living costs in South Deerfield average about $6,924 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 229 communities in South Deerfield. Our detailed directory has 3366 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.

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22 Floor plans available
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.
Located on the Salem Common in a historic Federalist Mansion, the John Bertram House delivers the finest in senior care under the guidance of Sunrise Senior Living and local Board of Trustees. Serving Senior for over thirty years, the John Bertram House affords families peace-of-mind by providing...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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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My mother was in the assisted living and loved it. Everyone there was very kind and caring for each of the residents. It is a small Assisted Living with only 18 apartments and it was more like a family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
In the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The staff and administration have been top notch. They are friendly, helpful, professional, and caring. My loved one has not had an easy time, but that is due to her own state of mind. While she feels no...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
We are a geriatric residential assisted living, honoring aging in place, providing end-of-life care, respite care, and adult day care services. We have both private and semi private rooms, with all the comforts of home. It's important our clients maintain the ability to do at they want when they...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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My 95 year old father was there for the last three months of his life. He was quite active, always wanted to move around and talk. They were always kind to him and someone was always near him to make sure...
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.
The Dorothy Frances Home is an alternative living arrangement designed to meet the specific needs of the individual with Alzheimer's or other dementia's. It is not a nursing home, but rather a dignified, supportive community dedicated to making a very positive impact on the lives of those we...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in South Deerfield, NH

The average cost of senior living in South Deerfield is $6,924 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,507 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Deerfield, NH, vs. nearby cities

South Deerfield, NH
$6,924/mo
$6,388/mo

Assisted living costs in South Deerfield, NH, vs. state and national averages

South Deerfield, NH
$6,924/mo
U.S. national average
$4,706/mo

Assisted living costs in South Deerfield, NH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,924/mo
$6,977/mo

Assisted living costs in South Deerfield, NH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,348/mo
Studio
$7,597/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,275/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,031/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in South Deerfield vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: South Deerfield, NH
Column state: New Hampshire
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Deerfield, NHNew HampshireU.S.
Assisted Living$6,924/mo$6,329/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$6,977/mo$6,407/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$5,952/mo$5,364/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
South Deerfield, NH:$6,924/mo
New Hampshire:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
South Deerfield, NH:$6,977/mo
New Hampshire:$6,407/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
South Deerfield, NH:$5,952/mo
New Hampshire:$5,364/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Deerfield, NH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Deerfield and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in South Deerfield, NH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Deerfield have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Deerfield, NH$6,865/mo$6,911/mo-0.7%
New Hampshire$6,807/mo$6,813/mo-0.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
South Deerfield, NH
2024 average cost:$6,865/mo
2023 average cost:$6,911/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
New Hampshire
2024 average cost:$6,807/mo
2023 average cost:$6,813/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Deerfield, NH

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What families are saying about assisted living in South Deerfield

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Deerfield

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

The Arbors at Stoneham

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Arbors at Stoneham. Overall, this facility is not a bad place and the staff try their best, they just need more help. The director of the Memory Care unit is nice and listens and corrects where she can. There have been issues with making sure that ...
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Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive caregivers. Several reviews highlight the kindness and consideration shown by caregivers towards residents. At The Residence at Freeman Lake, staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met, such as helping to administer medication or offering emotional support.
Diverse range of activities. Residents at various communities find joy in the wide assortment of activities and events offered, providing opportunities for socialization and engagement. For example, at Atria Maplewood Place, residents enjoy activities like games, crafts, and educational programs.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication is valued by families, allowing them to stay informed and involved in their loved ones' care. At Wingate Residences at Haverhill, staff members regularly update families on residents' well-being and involve them in decision-making processes.
Elegant and clean facilities. Communities are praised for their well-maintained and attractive spaces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Residents of Nashoba Park Assisted Living appreciate the large, airy layout and the cleanliness of the common areas and their private living spaces.
Individualized care plans. Personalized care plans tailored to residents' unique requirements have been noted as a significant factor in enhancing their overall experience. At The Inn at Edgewood, staff work closely with residents to understand their preferences and create customized care plans.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Meals are a source of great satisfaction for many residents, with several reviews commenting on the quality and variety of food options. At the Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, residents look forward to each mealtime and enjoy a wide range of cuisine choices.
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South Deerfield review score based on 782 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 782 reviews of 190 South Deerfield assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Deerfield 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

South Deerfield review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
South Deerfield, NH190 facilities
9.2
Manchester, NH12 facilities
9.2
Concord, NH8 facilities

Review subcategories for South Deerfield 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 782 reviews of 190 South Deerfield assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Deerfield 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.
South Deerfield, NH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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South Deerfield assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Deerfield assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Deerfield, 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 South Deerfield 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 South Deerfield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Deerfield, NHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.6%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.7%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Deerfield 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 South Deerfield Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Deerfield, NHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.1%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.9%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Deerfield 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 South Deerfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Deerfield, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.8%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.4%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
51.1%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Deerfield 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 South Deerfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Deerfield, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.9%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.1%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
41.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Deerfield 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 South Deerfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Deerfield, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.4%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.8%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
58.9%
47%
Dances
Dances
34.7%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.8%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Deerfield

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Hampshire assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Deerfield protect seniors.
Learn about New Hampshire assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Inn At Deerfield, Atria Longmeadow Place and Carriage Hill Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Deerfield, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 229 assisted living facilities near South Deerfield, New Hampshire. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Deerfield, New Hampshire are Atria Longmeadow Place, Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Spring Village at Summerhill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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