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10 Best Nursing Homes in South Merrimack, NH
South Merrimack 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 46 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in South Merrimack, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in South Merrimack is about $7,325, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 386 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 Russell, Peterborough and North Village.
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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
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
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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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Cost of nursing homes in South Merrimack, NH
The average cost of senior living in South Merrimack is $7,325 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Keene, NH with an average of $5,846 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Merrimack, NH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Merrimack, NH vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in South Merrimack, NH by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in South Merrimack over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in South Merrimack
Recent reviews for nursing homes in South Merrimack
Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua
5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!
Giving Tree Senior Living in Dracut, MA
5.0
I'm completely satisfied with all of the services!! I have nothing but good things to say.
Everyone is helpful and friendly. We have not come across anyone who doesn't do their job.
I definitely recommend Giving Tree to anyone looking!
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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South Merrimack nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Merrimack nursing homes 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 care services in South Merrimack 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 South Merrimack 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
53.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.1%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Merrimack 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 South Merrimack 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
60.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Merrimack 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 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
39.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Merrimack 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 South Merrimack communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Merrimack 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 South Merrimack offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbors of Bedford, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and Atria Marland Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near South Merrimack, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
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