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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dover, NH
The cost of independent living in Dover is about $5,583 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 325 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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29 reviews
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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9.3
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41 reviews
Overall, we are happy with Langdon Place, particularly with the nursing staff. They are warm, friendly, patient. The place is not well maintained and could be cleaner. We have noted safety issues like...
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.
Please note that the Assisted Living and Memory Care is private pay only. We do not accept Medicaid on either unit. Additionally electric scooters and electric wheelchairs are not permitted. Self propel wheelchairs only and resident must resident on first floor. We have two elevators with three...
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9.0
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53 reviews
Mom has not moved in yet, but is about to once she sells her condo. Staff have been very accomodating and understanding. They provided us (my mother and I) with lunch with an existing resident to honestly...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Maple Suites provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within 31 acres of woods, you'll love the peaceful tranquility of our beautiful facility hidden away in the trees. We're just one mile away from downtown Dover, shopping, excellent healthcare and...
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8.0
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5 reviews
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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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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9.7
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48 reviews
My grandmother has been living at the pines for just over a month, and she has settled in well. The Pines feels like home with it's cozy atmosphere. My grandmother has a private room which is spacious and...
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.
The Pines Of Newmarket have served the residents of New England since 1999. At The Pines of Newmarket, our residents enjoy an array of services managed by a staff whose single goal is to help them enjoy life by creating a fun, loving and safe environment. We provide quality assisted living and...
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9.0
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39 reviews
This is a beautiful facility. The staff is very nice. Nursing care is excellent. I highly recommend Brookdale Spruce Wood to others looking.
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.
The Good LifeTucked into more than 15 beautiful acres in the stunning city of Durham, New Hampshire, your new community will feel like home from the moment you arrive. Known as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), we provide everything from independent and assisted living to memory care...
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33 reviews
They are having trouble finding an Activities Director and this has been an issue. Had some issues with the meals and chef, but this seems to be taken care of now. Overall, very happy there.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Kittery Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in Kittery with easy access to Portsmouth, Kittery Estates is the home you've been waiting for. We're conveniently close to Kittery Outlet Malls, other shopping opportunities and excellent medical...
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7.0
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2 reviews
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
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.
The Village at Dover Point, an AGELESS LIFESTYLE™ Community, located in Dover New Hampshire is a community for adults to live, whether they are Independent or need some assistance. Our full menu of Care-cierge services and support is available to you as you need them. Just 10 minutes from the...
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I would tell my friends that hands down this is an awesome place to bring a loved one. The community seems to be caring and patient with my loved ones needs. The director down to the receptionist was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
assisted living facility located on Route 4 just outside of downtown Durham, New Hampshire. A pre-admission assessment of all applicants, required by the state of New Hampshire, is done to determine the appropriate level of care required by the individual. This also determines if Harmony Homes...
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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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Harmony Homes is just that harmonious. They have a quaint staff and make the living space very beautiful and peaceful looking.
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.
Harmony Homes is an assisted living community in Durham, NH. Set in the heart of New Hampshire, and is located on a sprawling property, complete with walking paths. Watching the beauty of the seasons changing in New Hampshire is reason enough to make Harmony Homes your home. Because Harmony Homes...
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Cost of independent living in Dover, NH
The average cost of senior living in Dover is $5,583 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,201 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dover, NH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dover, NH vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dover vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Dover
Recent reviews for independent living in Dover
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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Sunrise of Huntington Common in Kennebunk, ME
3.9
Staff is friendly and courteous. Always quick to help with any concerns.
I would highly recommend Sunrise of Huntington Commons.
Dover independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dover independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dover, 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 Dover 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 Dover partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
69.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dover 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 Dover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
61.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dover 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 Dover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
76.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Pines Of Newmarket and Assisted Living Center of Salisbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dover, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Dover, New Hampshire. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dover, New Hampshire are Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Atria Kennebunk. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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