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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Merrimack, NH
The cost of independent living in South Merrimack is about $5,640 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 450 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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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.
Hunt Community is a Life Plan Community for active, healthy people aged 62 and better, located on 16 neatly landscaped acres near downtown Nashua. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment, the charming campus features many newly renovated floor plans to suit varying lifestyles. With a...
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.
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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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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in South Merrimack, NH
The average cost of senior living in South Merrimack is $5,640 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin, NH with an average of $4,455 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Merrimack, NH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Merrimack, NH vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Merrimack vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Merrimack, NH by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in South Merrimack
Recent reviews for independent living in South Merrimack
Heatherwood in Tewksbury, MA
4.8
The welcome committee as well as the management make sure to get to know each new resident, and checks on his/her well-being regularly. All the staff are super-friendly and tries hard to accommodate each person's needs. New kinds of activities would be nice for those who don't want to attend ...
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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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Bowman Place at Olde Bedford
4.0
My parents were only there for 8 weeks. It was not a good fit for them. It is a very nice community but I have since learned that there are 2 types of assisted living communities. Some that are socially focused and some that have more focus on health care needs. Bowman is more focused on ...
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South Merrimack independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Merrimack independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South 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 South 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 South Merrimack 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
34.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in South 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 South Merrimack communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
21.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South 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 South Merrimack offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
21.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Place, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and Atria Marland Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Merrimack, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near South Merrimack, New Hampshire. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Merrimack, New Hampshire are Summer Place, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and The Residence at Freeman Lake. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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