New Hampshire Assisted Living

Why look for assisted living in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has a population of 1+ million people which makes it far higher that Vermont and nearly flatlined now with Maine. Of all three of the further northeastern states, New Hampshire has easily grown the quickest over the last half-century. What is causing the vast growth in New Hampshire compared to Maine and Vermont, as well as certain parts of New England? How about the affordable prices, at least compared to many other states in New England like Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts.

New Hampshire is an extremely beautiful state with lush landscape, one of the best Fall foliage anyone could possibly ask for, and quality healthcare.

The combination makes New Hampshire a thrilling destination for older seniors, especially those that can’t quite afford the high costs of assisted living in New York or New Jersey.

New Hampshire Assisted Living - Cost

The Top 5 Most Affordable Cities for Assisted Living in the New Hampshire state per month are:

1. Franklin, NH  - $4,130
2. North Conway, NH - $4,165
3. Newport, NH - $4,245
4. Laconia, NH  - $4,260
5. Keene, NH - $4,305

The Top 5 Most Expensive Cities for Assisted Living in New Hampshire:

1. Windham, NH - $5,145
2. Rye, NH - $5,125
3. Bedford, NH  - $5,115
4. Londonderry, NH - $5,015
5. Exeter , NH - $4,920

The Top 5 Most Affordable Counties in New Hampshire for Assisted Living per month:

1. Carroll County - $4,165
2. Sullivan County - $4,270
3. Cheshire County - $4,290
4. Merrimack County - $4,310
5. Belknap County - $4,345

The Top 5 Most Expensive Counties in New Hampshire for Assisted Living:

1. Rockingham County - $4,905
2. Hillsborough County - $4,675
3. Strafford County - $4,505
4. Belknap County - $4,345
5. Merrimack County - $4,310

Types of Assisted Living Available in New Hampshire

According to the New Hampshire Association of Residential Care Homes (NHARCH), the level of care in senior living facilities can vary on a case-by-case basis.

Some individuals may seek assisted living to live independently but still have the ability for others to manage their medications as well as provide meals. For others, they need far more sophisticated types of treatment yet not serious enough that nursing home placement is necessary.

Paying for Assisted Living in New Hampshire

The Medicaid program Choices For Independence can help with a monthly bill related to assisted living in New Hampshire. The program was set aside for these kinds of senior housing costs.

If you are having trouble finding assisted living under the Choices For Independence coverage, it is because it's technically considered under the “adult family care” type of coverage.

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