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The cost of independent living in Chester is about $5,606 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 154 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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9.8
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24 reviews
9.8
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24 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
8%
3 star
8%
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Since the first day my dad moved in he was happy! He loves the food - and he is picky -, is incredibly happy with the care in assisted living, and has even participated in a number of activities and exercise...
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.
Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown has 119 apartments of senior living suited for independent, assisted and memory care living. Whether you are interested in having a respite from cleaning, cooking and home maintenance but need no or little care, or, you need some assistance with daily living or...
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3030 Floor plans available
9.4
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110 reviews
9.4
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110 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
25%
3 star
7%
2 star
3%
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1%
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We chose Birch Heights because the location is close to family, the price was right, and the value for everything included was great. All of the staff have been super helpful. I highly recommend this...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lively, friendly independent senior living community in Derry, NH.Enjoy the pleasures of independent senior living in a welcoming retirement community with small-town charm at Holiday Birch Heights. Meet people, attend events, pursue your hobbies, set goals for your retirement, and join friends...
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33 Floor plans available
8.6
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34 reviews
8.6
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34 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
21%
3 star
6%
2 star
6%
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6%
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We feel in love with the two co-directors. they are genuine. It's very obvious they love their job and they love their residents. We really feel like they are family. I think salad would be a wonderful...
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.
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5 star
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I have only been in the facility twice since we have moved my mom in here. She has been taken care of well and we are really pleased with our experience so far. With covid we cannot visit, but they have been...
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.
Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge is a New Facility located on 7 acres overlooking Beaver Lake. Spacious Private Rooms and built with all the latest Life Safety amenities, it is rated as one of The Nicest Small Bed Facilities in New England. Owned and operated by Karen4Elders, LLC, Karen and...
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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Chester, NH

The average cost of senior living in Chester is $5,606 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,257 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chester, NH vs. nearby cities

Chester, NH
$5,606/mo
$6,001/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chester, NH vs. the state and national average

Chester, NH
$5,606/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chester vs. other types of senior living

$6,852/mo
Independent Living
$5,606/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Chester, NH by room type

Semi-Private
$6,150/mo
Studio
$6,260/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,189/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,249/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Chester over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Chester

Recent reviews for independent living in Chester

Partridge House in Hampton, NH

5.0
The staff loves what they do and it shows!!!! The facility is very homey and sets a relaxed atmosphere. I highly recommend. My siblings were all very impressed with the facility and mom's care as well. My Mom passed in July and I was so happy she spent her last months here.

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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Ledgewood Bay in Milford, NH

4.0
My mother was a resident at Ledgewood Bay and things were very good for her when she was here. Communication with the family is solid. The Executive Director is very accessible and approachable. She showed me much empathy when my mom passed away. I wish they had the next level of care for ...
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Chester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, NHNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester independent 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 independent living communities in Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
40%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Pines Of Newmarket and Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chester, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Chester, New Hampshire. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Chester, New Hampshire are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and Pleasant View Retirement. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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