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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Effingham, NH
The cost of independent living in Effingham is about $5,542 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 142 options. Read 954 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as North Conway, Laconia and Meredith.
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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...
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
Meeting House CommonsMeeting House Commons is an independent living community located in the scenic and safe community of Pembroke, New Hampshire. Nestled between the state capital of Concord and the city of Manchester, year-round activities abound for our residents. A part of Merrimack County,...
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.
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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.
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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 parents lived here for quite a long time before advancing care needs necessitated a move, and throughout their stay I thought Meetinghouse did an excellent job. It was a very friendly place, and the...
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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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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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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.
Freeport Place offers personalized assisted living services to 30 residents in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport, right next to the Freeport Country Club Golf Course. Located close to Ll.Bean and downtown Freeport, just minutes...
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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Mom is really happy here! I've heard her remark to friends that it is the "best move she ever made". This is a very nice looking place, it's always clean and well kept looking, and the staff are all very...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
White Rock Senior CommunityWhite Rock Senior Community is a senior housing community for residents 55 and over, located in beautiful Bow, Merrimack County, New Hampshire. The community is situated on 20 acres, overlooking the mountains. New Hampshire is a lovely place to live. Residents of Bow...
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Excellent care at D'youville. We had visited a number of care facilities in the area. Because of hospitalization, a quick move took us to a facility that was not prepared for the level of care my wife...
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Effingham, NH
The average cost of senior living in Effingham is $5,542 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Freedom, NH with an average of $4,084 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Effingham, NH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Effingham, NH vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Effingham
Recent reviews for independent living in Effingham
Carriage Hill Assisted Living in Madbury, NH
5.0
In November of 2022 it became evident my mom could not go back to her apartment after a hospitalization. I had heard from numerous friends how happy they were with Carriage Hill (CH) assisted living in Madbury. We looked at several other places closer to my siblings in Nashua but they were cold ...
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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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Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook, ME
4.0
So far it has been a great fit for my mom at the Stroudwater Lodge. It is a new and beautiful community. It is the first one we toured and it had everything we needed. It is very convenient for my mom to get to her nearby Dr. appointments. Most of the time the communication is pretty good with ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Wide range of activities Residents of various communities express enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered, such as gardening, bingo, trivia nights, museum outings, and more. For instance, at Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, the activities director is praised for her creativity and dedication to ...
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Attentive and caring staff Several reviews mention the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff in different communities. For example, at The Grande at South Portland, loved ones are kept informed and updated on any care concerns, and staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents' happiness and comfort.
Thoughtfully designed facilities Many reviews comment on the cleanliness, modernity, and overall pleasant atmosphere of the communities. At Pleasant View Retirement, the historic building and well-equipped amenities like a library and sun porch add to the residents' sense of home.
Individually tailored care plans Some residents and their families mention the customized care plans provided, such as memory care services or assistance with daily tasks. At Holiday Woods at Canco, for instance, staff members are praised for their adaptability and consideration of residents' unique needs.
Nutritious and delicious meals The quality of meals is frequently mentioned in positive reviews, with several residents and families expressing satisfaction with the variety, taste, and accommodations for dietary restrictions. For example, at Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, the chef is applauded for creating deli ...
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Strong sense of community A sense of belonging and camaraderie is mentioned frequently across reviews. Residents of Pleasant View Retirement and Holiday Kittery Estates, for example, speak of making friends and feeling welcomed by both staff and fellow residents.
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Effingham independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Effingham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Effingham, 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 Effingham 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 Effingham 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
9.4%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Effingham 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 Effingham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.8%
42%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Effingham 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 Effingham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.5%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.2%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.1%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.1%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.8%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.2%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.1%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.9%
45.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Pleasant View Retirement and Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Effingham, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 142 independent living facilities near Effingham, New Hampshire. See the full list.
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