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The cost of independent living in Strafford County is about $5,802 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 199 options. Read 2311 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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Photo of Atria Merrimack Place
1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.3
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62 reviews
9.3
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62 reviews
5 star
57%
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I really don't know what to say. I feel like you have to be good about reaching out to them because they will not reach out to you. My mom is at independent living level and it is very much independent so it...
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.
Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA in Essex County is a senior living community for active, independent-minded seniors. Our community resides on beautiful grounds, with lush greenery in a quiet residential area. We're located in close proximity to the Interstate 95 and surrounded by...
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Photo of Scarborough Terrace
1111 Photos available
9.2
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35 reviews
9.2
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35 reviews
5 star
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Great place and people very caring there and really care about your loved one! Always pleasant and decorated beautifully! Hope I never have to go to place but that's where I'd I want to go! No question !
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.
Scarborough Terrace is a gracious, comfortable assisted living community where we provide a full complement of supportive services and amenities including 24/7 care tailored to meet the individual needs of each resident. Residents enjoy a variety of social, cultural and educational activities....
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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35 reviews
9.2
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35 reviews
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My Mom (92 years old with long term dementia, wheelchair) has spent the past year in "The Harbor", the secure Memory Care Unit at Nashua Crossings. It has been the best experience for both of us! Mom is...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings in Nashua, NH is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to...
Photo of All American Assisted Living at Kingston
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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14 reviews
9.2
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14 reviews
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There has been a couple incidents with the dining room staff. However, what we like about the community is the nurses, activities and management. Based on the experience we have had so far, we have...
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.
All American Assisted Living at Kingston is a residential community for seniors who are looking for social interaction, personal care services, and leisure pursuits.A subsidiary of Kaplan Development Group, a leader in the field of assisted and independent living, All American offers our...
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Photo of The Woods at Merrimack Retirement Community
2424 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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28 reviews
9.2
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28 reviews
5 star
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This is an independent living facility. Quality of care is a confusing question. Medical services are on site, but each individual makes their own decision about what they need. This facility does have a...
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.
Enjoy your golden years to the fullest at the most thoughtfully designed senior apartments in Methuen. The Woods at Merrimack is a new senior living community that offers the very best of retirement living for active seniors in the beautiful Merrimack Valley.Located a short drive from the sights...
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9.1
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38 reviews
9.1
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I would rate the overall experience a 5. The problem I have is that it it is in Maine. I would prefer to be in NH. All my doctors are in NH. My family is closer in NH. The staff here is very friendly. No...
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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Photo of Briston Manor West
1010 Photos available
9.0
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33 reviews
9.0
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I chose them because it was, closer to daughter. Cost, location. Like any new place it has it‘s good and not so good. Close to many stores and great food. Important is doctors and hospitals are almost next...
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.
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Photo of The Residence at Freeman Lake
1010 Photos available
9.0
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75 reviews
9.0
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75 reviews
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Facility very clean and bright. Staff has been wonderful about everything and so very friendly. My friend [name removed] who lives there says it is Totally better than she ever expected.
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.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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Photo of Forestview Manor Assisted Living
99 Photos available
8.9
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35 reviews
8.9
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35 reviews
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My father in law received great care and attention. The facility was always clean and bright. I would highly recommend the facility.
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.
Welcome to Forestview Manor. Serving area seniors since 2005, we are a campus comprised of three beautiful, residential buildings nestled on 15 wooded acres in Meredith, New Hampshire. We offer intimate, secure, loving memory care assisted living for those who are unsuccessful living at home...
Photo of Greystone Farm at Salem
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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54 reviews
8.9
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The staff, especially the memory care unit staff, treats the residents with a great deal of kindness, compassion, and patience. It's comforting to know that my mother is in such good hands.
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.
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
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Photo of 75 State Street
2929 Photos available
8.8
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20 reviews
8.8
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20 reviews
5 star
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Very nice facility. Very clean, a lot of activity's, the meals are great. The people who work there are wonderful. My sister has been there a year now. We are very happy with her care.
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.
Located in the beautiful port side city of Portland, Maine, Seventy-Five State Street is an active and vibrant community within a community. Established in 1854, we are one of the oldest not for profits in the city and enjoy a stellar reputation of high-quality care and services for people of all...
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Photo of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
2020 Photos available
8.8
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68 reviews
8.8
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68 reviews
5 star
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I am still getting acquainted with the folks there but so far the staff has been very helpful and the other residents have been very welcoming. I am very thankful to a place for mom, would not have known...
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.
Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living located in beautiful Portland, Maine, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Birchwoods at Canco is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our gracious dining room...
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Photo of Benchmark at Haverhill Crossings
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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74 reviews
8.7
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74 reviews
5 star
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I would give it all 5s. Could there be improvements? No one place is 100% but they would need only tiny tweaks. The most important thing is my mother truly loves it there and she gets far better care there...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Haverhill Crossing is an assisted living community in the riverfront city of Haverhill, Massachusetts, in Essex County. Our attractive, spacious community sits on a large, landscaped lot overlooking mature woods and lush farmland near Kenoza Lake, downtown shops and the...
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Photo of Benchmark at Bedford Falls
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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51 reviews
8.6
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51 reviews
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The meals and dining overall is a 4, but sometimes it can be a 3. The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is not always good. Yes, we would recommend the Benchmark at Bedford community to other families
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.
Bedford Falls is a welcoming assisted living community located in Bedford, New Hampshire of Hillsborough County. Our beautifully landscaped community allows residents to feel right at home while enjoying the cozy gazebo or relaxing on the patio with fellow residents and friends. Home of the...
Photo of Partridge House
1010 Photos available
8.5
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9 reviews
8.5
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9 reviews
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It's hard to say for all since mom was fairly independent. Overall the are 5. The staff is very caring and attentive. The facility is homey, spacious and clean.
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.
Partridge House is a Genesis senior living community located in the scenic downtown area of Hampton, New Hampshire. Hampton is a popular, year round tourist destination, with peaceful and stunning beaches on the Atlantic Ocean. Our residents enjoy our proximity to the ocean, fine dining, and...
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Photo of Meetinghouse at Riverfront
1010 Photos available
8.5
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13 reviews
8.5
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13 reviews
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You feel like you just walked into a large family home. Clean, bright and friendly. Had lunch with a friend her while visiting and food was just like a nice restraunt. Everyone was happy and healthy. ...
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.
Welcome Home! Welcome to The Meetinghouse at Riverfront – a 55+ Independent Senior Living Community!At The Meetinghouse at Riverfront, we take pride in our abundant community features that support our residents desire for INDEPENDENT LIVING in a warm environment surrounded with friends. Residents...
Photo of Bowman Place at Olde Bedford
1414 Photos available
8.5
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20 reviews
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I would suggest that families get to know the medical team that is working with their elder. Initially, it took some time to get all the medication issues sorted out early on. Then when a medical issue...
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.
Bowman Place at Olde Bedford is a new non-profit assisted living and memory care community in Bedford, NH. A dedicated group of individuals formed Senior Living of Bedford to oversee the construction and management of Bowman Place as a private non-profit. A volunteer Board of Trustees holds the...
Photo of Sentry Hill At York Harbor
1111 Photos available
8.2
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30 reviews
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30 reviews
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The cleanliness of all the public area areas is great. She enjoys the morning exercise classes and the afternoon bingo games. She has put weight on which is great for her so she is eating very well, I would...
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.
Sentry Hill at York Harbor is the preeminent retirement community in New England beautifully situated on 12 acres within easy walking distance of historic York Village and York Harbor. Designed after the style of the grand hotels of the 1890's; senior living at Sentry Hill offers a retirement...
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66 Photos available
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I would give every category a 5!!!! It is a hidden gem!!!! It was a great value, I didn't need to worry any more and the staff became part of my family. When my mom passed they were upset as I was. Crying in...
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.
The Inn at Edgewood provides individual care to our residents earning us a reputation as the right choice in assisted living senior care.As part of the family-owned Edgewood Centre campus, the Inn at Edgewood is situated on 18 beautiful acres in the historic seaside town of Portsmouth, New...
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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.
Myrtle Manor is an assisted living facility located in Manchester, N.H., which was established in 1988 by the Dumont family (Suzy and Ray) and continues to be a family run facility. We are located on the corner of Myrtle and Chestnut Street, close to downtown and bus routes. We provide 24 hour...
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Photo of Methuen Village
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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37 reviews
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37 reviews
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The staff was absolutely fantastic. We thought that Dad would really like it there, but he had a turn for the worse; when that happened though, the care team increased the level of care to match his needs,...
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.
Methuen Village at Riverwalk Park offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a secure residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood for those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Our community features gracious accommodations, numerous amenities, and expansive grounds...
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33 Floor plans available
8.0
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It is a very caring facility where I feel the staff from the cleaners to activities treat everyone with such kindness and feels like genuine relationships. I would not hesitate to recommend. Has a...
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.
Located just seven miles south of Portland, The Enclave of Scarborough is a vibrant senior living community where older adults can live more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff.Enclave of Scarborough is convenient to local beaches, nature preserves, shopping and...
Photo of Golden View Health Care Assisted Living
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All 5's I have had experience with assisted living at memory care facilities in several states due to my mother having Alzheimer's for 10 years and I have to say this is been the best experience...
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.
A locally managed, independent non-profit communityIn 2000, Golden View opened The Inn, which has provided seniors of the Lakes Region and beyond with quality assisted living services since opening its doors. With the addition of The Terrace/Cottage in 2014, Golden View was able to offer another...
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Loved most of the staff, location, facilities. Improvement: nurses seemed to change frequently, requiring each of them to get to know my Dad and resulting in some guidance having to get reiterated several...
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.
Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care is nestled in a quaint planned community in beautiful Milford, New Hampshire. This picturesque hilltop, with fantastic views of the White Mountains, community is close to Route 3, 101 and 101A and centrally located near numerous...
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The staff, both administrative and clinical have been great. The food is ok, typical of what you would expect. They have a good offering of activities. The facility itself is ok, but is in the process of...
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.
Gorham House is a warm, welcoming place where residents can relax and enjoy our convenient amenities. Below are some of our highlighted amenities:Beauty shopOutdoor walkwaysRecreation roomSpacious common areas
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Cost of independent living in Strafford County, NH

The average cost of senior living in Strafford County is $5,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,303 per month.

Independent living costs in Strafford County, NH, vs. nearby counties

Strafford County, NH
$5,802/mo
$5,729/mo

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

Strafford County, NH
$5,802/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Strafford County, NH, vs. other senior living options

$6,845/mo
Independent Living
$5,802/mo

Independent living costs in Strafford County, NH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,165/mo
Studio
$6,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,440/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,439/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Senior living costs in Strafford County 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: Strafford County, NH
Column state: New Hampshire
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStrafford County, NHNew HampshireU.S.
Independent Living$5,802/mo$5,351/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,767/mo$6,317/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,845/mo$6,394/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Strafford County, NH:$5,802/mo
New Hampshire:$5,351/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Strafford County, NH:$6,767/mo
New Hampshire:$6,317/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Strafford County, NH:$6,845/mo
New Hampshire:$6,394/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Strafford County, NH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Strafford County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Strafford County, NH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Strafford County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Strafford County, NH$4,065/mo$4,324/mo-6.0%
New Hampshire$4,082/mo$4,348/mo-6.1%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Strafford County, NH
2024 average cost:$4,065/mo
2023 average cost:$4,324/mo
Percent change:-6.0%
New Hampshire
2024 average cost:$4,082/mo
2023 average cost:$4,348/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Strafford County

Recent reviews for independent living in Strafford County

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

Brookdale Spruce Wood in Durham, NH

5.0
Brookdale Spruce Wood community gets a 5 in all categories, they have exceeded all expectation's our family has had. We would recommend them to other families who may be looking for a place for their loved ones.

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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Strafford County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Strafford County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Strafford County, 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 Strafford County 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 Strafford County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Strafford County, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Strafford County 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 Strafford County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Strafford County, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Strafford County 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 Strafford County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Strafford County, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
46.4%
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