About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Strafford County, NH

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

Assisted living costs in Strafford County average about $6,612 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 157 communities in Strafford County. Our detailed directory has 2061 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 Kittery.

Strafford County Assisted Living Facilities | 2061 Reviews

Showing 135 communities
Last Updated: 1/22/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Portland Center For Assisted
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.
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.
The Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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.
Photo of Seaside Nursing & Retirement
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
Photo of Atrium At Cedars
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.
Photo of Saab Residence
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.
Photo of Woodcrest Village
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.
In 1988,Woodcrest House was opened by the Brenner family as a 12 room assisted living residence. Originally built in 1820, the building is listed on the National Registrar of Historic Landmarks. Sparked by a personal need for an elderly family member, the Brenner’s sole mission was to offer...
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.
Photo of Ocean View At Falmouth
2.0
Review score
1 review
2.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of assisted living in Strafford County, NH

The average cost of senior living in Strafford County is $6,612 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,460 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Strafford County, NH vs. nearby counties

Strafford County, NH
$6,612/mo
$6,225/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Strafford County, NH vs. the state and national average

Strafford County, NH
$6,612/mo
U.S. national average
$4,632/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Strafford County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,612/mo
$6,708/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Strafford County, NH by room type

Semi-Private
$6,496/mo
Studio
$7,571/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,798/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,280/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Strafford County over time

Strafford County, NHNH stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Strafford County, 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 Strafford County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Strafford County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Strafford County

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!!

The Grande at South Portland

5.0
The Harbor Chase of South Portland is very knowledgeable about residents with dementia and how to handle them. They walk you through the process and explain how it works. The housekeeping and laundry are done once a week for the residents. Excellent service and great staff! [Name removed] is ...
Read more

Avita of Stroudwater in Westbrook, ME

5.0
They did try to take good care of my loved one. They offered daily activities and the community was clean. The food was good. My loved one was only there for a short time as we realized he needed more care than they were able to provide. They oversold themselves on the care that was ...
Read more

Strafford County review score based on 508 family reviews

8.4
Review score135 facilities508 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 508 reviews of 135 Strafford County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Strafford County 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

Strafford County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Strafford County, NH135 facilities
8.6
Rochester, NH9 facilities
8.9
Somersworth, NH16 facilities

Review subcategories for Strafford County 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 508 reviews of 135 Strafford County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Strafford County 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.
Strafford County, NH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Strafford County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Strafford County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Strafford County, 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 Strafford County 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 Strafford County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Strafford County, NHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.6%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.4%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Strafford County 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 Strafford County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Strafford County, NHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.3%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Strafford County 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 Strafford County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Strafford County, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.1%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
47.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.6%
14.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Strafford County 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 Strafford County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Strafford County, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
36.3%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.5%
17.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Strafford County 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 Strafford County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Strafford County, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.9%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.3%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
45.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Strafford County

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 Strafford County protect seniors.

Learn about New Hampshire Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Arbors of Bedford and The Pines Of Newmarket are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Strafford County, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.

There are 157 assisted living facilities near Strafford County, New Hampshire. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Strafford County, New Hampshire are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Arbors of Bedford and Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top