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5 Best Nursing Homes in Merrimack County, NH
Merrimack County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 5 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Merrimack County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Merrimack County is about $6,394, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 75 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Epsom, East Deering and Gossville.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Merrimack County, NH
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9.6
Review score
24 reviews
When we needed to find a nursing home or memory care facility for my dad we checked out Pine Rock Manor in Warner, NH. I was hesitant, even though we live in Warner and it would be so convenient because...
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.
General Manager and Community Relations Director are Certified Dementia Practitioners.
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9.3
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23 reviews
Overall family member has settled in nicely is assisted very well when needed. Staff is very friendly. Meals are good but he still complains sometimes. Activities are great and there are a variety of...
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.
Our goal at Granite Ledges of Concord is to provide assisted and senior living that surpasses the expectations of residents and their families. Over 70 seniors from different backgrounds and states call our community home. As the capital city of New Hampshire, our residents enjoy access to...
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9.0
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25 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at The Birches at Concord and the experience has been great. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, care services and meals are also great. The place is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 Birches is Concord, New Hampshire's first assisted living community exclusively dedicated to those with dementia, Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of memory impairment. Set in a peaceful hillside location, The Birches at Concord provides a familiar home-like environment designed to serve...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At Pleasant View, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Merrimack County, NH
The average cost of senior living in Merrimack County is $6,394 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lebanon, NH with an average of $5,400 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrimack County, NH vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrimack County, NH vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Merrimack County, NH by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Merrimack County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Merrimack County
The Birches at Concord
4.8
I can say that everything was done to accommodate my mother's comfort and state of health. She improved so much, in fact, that she "graduated" out of The Birches and was able to move into an assisted living facility after 4 months.
Courville At Manchester
4.3
My mother stayed at this home for a few months prior to her death. The staff here treated her as their own mother with love and tenderness. Make no mistake they know their jobs and do them well but the human touch is never forgotten. I highly recommend the place!
Granite Ledges of Concord
4.3
My parents have been at Granite Ledges for 3 months.
I appreciate the welcoming environment. Oftentimes, residents are outside, relaxing in chairs at the entrance, enjoying the sun and the company of one another.
My parents are doing well under the care of Granite Ledges. There are some ...
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Merrimack County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrimack County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrimack County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Merrimack County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Merrimack County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrimack County nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Merrimack County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrimack County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merrimack County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrimack County, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrimack County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merrimack County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrimack County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Merrimack County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, Pine Rock Manor and Benchmark at Bedford Falls are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Merrimack County, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 5 nursing homes facilities near Merrimack County, New Hampshire. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Merrimack County
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- Otterville, New Hampshire
- Georges Mills, New Hampshire
- Springfield, New Hampshire
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- New Hampton, New Hampshire
- West Springfield, New Hampshire
- North Wilmot, New Hampshire
- East Grafton, New Hampshire
- Francestown, New Hampshire
- Tavern Village, New Hampshire
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