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The cost of independent living in Merrimack is about $5,824 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 497 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 Nashua, Manchester and Andover.

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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.
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 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...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Courville At Manchester and it was a great experience. They have a great staff. I would recommend this facility to others.
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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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.
Photo of Pearl Manor At Hillcrest Terrace
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: Senior Apartments
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Merrimack, NH

The average cost of senior living in Merrimack is $5,824 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,303 per month.

Independent living costs in Merrimack, NH, vs. nearby cities

Merrimack, NH
$5,824/mo
$6,102/mo

Independent living costs in Merrimack, NH, vs. state and national averages

Merrimack, NH
$5,824/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Merrimack, NH, vs. other senior living options

$7,234/mo
Independent Living
$5,824/mo

Independent living costs in Merrimack, NH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,300/mo
Studio
$7,447/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,280/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,074/mo

Senior living costs in Merrimack 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: Merrimack, NH
Column state: New Hampshire
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerrimack, NHNew HampshireU.S.
Independent Living$5,824/mo$5,351/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$7,191/mo$6,317/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,234/mo$6,394/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Merrimack, NH:$5,824/mo
New Hampshire:$5,351/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Merrimack, NH:$7,191/mo
New Hampshire:$6,317/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Merrimack, NH:$7,234/mo
New Hampshire:$6,394/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Merrimack

Recent reviews for independent living in Merrimack

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

Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA

5.0
Friendliness of staff is off the charts. Very welcoming. Very caring. Lots of activities every day. The staff smiles and is happy to help with any task.

Brightview Concord River in Billerica, MA

5.0
I have noticed that they are giving good care and the staff are nice people. Mom is down about not being her home and the staff have been working on making her more happy. I was unable to ignore that after the holiday there was a lack of communication and had some billing issues but there is ...
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Merrimack independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrimack independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrimack, 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 Merrimack 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 Merrimack partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrimack, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrimack 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 Merrimack communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrimack, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrimack 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 Merrimack offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrimack, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
46.4%
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