Senior Care in New Hampshire
Explore licensed senior care options across 126 cities in New Hampshire. Compare 730 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
New Hampshire Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $8,025/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
New Hampshire Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | New Hampshire Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $8,025/mo | $96,300/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $10,031/mo | $120,375/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $40/hr | $91,520/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | $0/hr | $0/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $13,444/mo | $161,328/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $93/day | $23,250/yr (5 days/wk) |
New Hampshire Medicaid & State Regulation
Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across New Hampshire.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Choices for Independence (CFI) Waiver.
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in New Hampshire
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Manchester
75 licensed providers
Nashua
61 licensed providers
Concord
56 licensed providers
Portsmouth
36 licensed providers
Bedford
27 licensed providers
Dover
22 licensed providers
Londonderry
19 licensed providers
Keene
17 licensed providers
Rochester
17 licensed providers
Exeter
15 licensed providers
Laconia
15 licensed providers
Derry
13 licensed providers
Salem
13 licensed providers
Lebanon
10 licensed providers
Merrimack
10 licensed providers
Peterborough
10 licensed providers
Wolfeboro
10 licensed providers
Amherst
9 licensed providers
Berlin
9 licensed providers
Claremont
9 licensed providers
Newport
9 licensed providers
Hampton
8 licensed providers
Greenfield
7 licensed providers
Hooksett
7 licensed providers
Hudson
7 licensed providers
New London
7 licensed providers
Windham
7 licensed providers
Durham
6 licensed providers
Franklin
6 licensed providers
Goffstown
6 licensed providers
Littleton
6 licensed providers
Meredith
6 licensed providers
Milford
6 licensed providers
Plymouth
6 licensed providers
Somersworth
6 licensed providers
Temple
6 licensed providers
Epping
5 licensed providers
Hampstead
5 licensed providers
Hanover
5 licensed providers
North Conway
5 licensed providers
Bristol
4 licensed providers
Colebrook
4 licensed providers
Conway
4 licensed providers
Lancaster
4 licensed providers
New Boston
4 licensed providers
North Hampton
4 licensed providers
Ossipee
4 licensed providers
Raymond
4 licensed providers
Seabrook
4 licensed providers
Brentwood
3 licensed providers
Charlestown
3 licensed providers
Newington
3 licensed providers
Northwood
3 licensed providers
Rye
3 licensed providers
Sandown
3 licensed providers
Sunapee
3 licensed providers
Whitefield
3 licensed providers
Barrington
2 licensed providers
Belmont
2 licensed providers
Center Harbor
2 licensed providers
Deerfield
2 licensed providers
Dublin
2 licensed providers
Epsom
2 licensed providers
Fremont
2 licensed providers
Gilford
2 licensed providers
Hillsboro
2 licensed providers
Jaffrey
2 licensed providers
Kingston
2 licensed providers
Lee
2 licensed providers
Madbury
2 licensed providers
Newmarket
2 licensed providers
Pelham
2 licensed providers
Pittsfield
2 licensed providers
Sanbornton
2 licensed providers
Stratham
2 licensed providers
Swanzey
2 licensed providers
West Lebanon
2 licensed providers
Westmoreland
2 licensed providers
Winchester
2 licensed providers
Albany
1 licensed provider
Allenstown
1 licensed provider
Alton
1 licensed provider
Andover
1 licensed provider
Atkinson
1 licensed provider
Auburn
1 licensed provider
Boscawen
1 licensed provider
Brookline
1 licensed provider
Campton
1 licensed provider
Candia
1 licensed provider
Center Conway
1 licensed provider
Center Tuftonboro
1 licensed provider
Chocorua
1 licensed provider
Danville
1 licensed provider
Enfield
1 licensed provider
Farmington
1 licensed provider
Franconia
1 licensed provider
Freedom
1 licensed provider
Gilmanton Iron Works
1 licensed provider
Glencliff
1 licensed provider
Gonic
1 licensed provider
Gorham
1 licensed provider
Greenville
1 licensed provider
Haverhill
1 licensed provider
Litchfield
1 licensed provider
Loudon
1 licensed provider
Meriden
1 licensed provider
Milton Mills
1 licensed provider
Moultonborough
1 licensed provider
New Hampton
1 licensed provider
New Ipswich
1 licensed provider
Newton
1 licensed provider
North Haverhill
1 licensed provider
Northfield
1 licensed provider
Orford
1 licensed provider
Pembroke
1 licensed provider
Plaistow
1 licensed provider
Rindge
1 licensed provider
Sanbornville
1 licensed provider
Tilton
1 licensed provider
Unity
1 licensed provider
Warner
1 licensed provider
Weare
1 licensed provider
Webster
1 licensed provider
West Ossipee
1 licensed provider
West Stewartstown
1 licensed provider
Woodsville
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in New Hampshire?
The families.care verified directory tracks 730 licensed senior care providers across 126 cities in New Hampshire as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in New Hampshire?
According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in New Hampshire is $8,025 per month. In-home care aides average $40 per hour, and nursing homes average $161,328 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in New Hampshire?
Senior living facilities in New Hampshire are regulated and inspected by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can New Hampshire Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In New Hampshire, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, New Hampshire offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Choices for Independence (CFI) Waiver, which cover personal care and therapy services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.