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The cost of independent living in Shaws Hill is about $5,907 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 124 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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We are very pleased with the personal care that my Mom receives at Carriage Hill. There are only 24 residents which helps give it a more homey feel. I find the facility to always be clean and the staff to be...
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.
Carriage Hill Assisted Living is a family owned and operated residence with 24 residents and opened in December 2015. Our residency is intentionally small for each resident to receive individualized attention and to know each staff member caring for his or her needs. Above all, Carriage Hill...
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55 Floor plans available
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It's a great place for community...lots of opportunities to socialize and participate in activities. The staff are great--from nurses to aides to the dining room staff. The only challenge has been in...
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.
Please note that the Assisted Living and Memory Care is private pay only. We do not accept Medicaid on either unit. Additionally electric scooters and electric wheelchairs are not permitted. Self propel wheelchairs only and resident must resident on first floor. We have two elevators with three...
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Kittery Estates feels bright and friendly. The staff is wonderful, and the residents are so kind. The food is amazing, and there are so many activities for all abilities. I really feel like my father is in a...
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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We could not have picked a more perfect spot for Mum. Her dementia was worsening, and she could not be left alone. The nurses & staff are the sweetest, most compassionate people and helped her settle in....
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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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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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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Two of our loved ones started their journey at other places for different reasons, but thankfully we were able to move them both to memory care at Wentworth Senior Living. The care at WSL is superior to all...
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
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.
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My parents lived here for quite a long time before advancing care needs necessitated a move, and throughout their stay I thought Meetinghouse did an excellent job. It was a very friendly place, and the...
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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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.
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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.
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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I would tell my friends that hands down this is an awesome place to bring a loved one. The community seems to be caring and patient with my loved ones needs. The director down to the receptionist was...
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.
assisted living facility located on Route 4 just outside of downtown Durham, New Hampshire. A pre-admission assessment of all applicants, required by the state of New Hampshire, is done to determine the appropriate level of care required by the individual. This also determines if Harmony Homes...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Village at Dover Point, an AGELESS LIFESTYLE™ Community, located in Dover New Hampshire is a community for adults to live, whether they are Independent or need some assistance. Our full menu of Care-cierge services and support is available to you as you need them. Just 10 minutes from the...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Shaws Hill, NH

The average cost of senior living in Shaws Hill is $5,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Concord, NH with an average of $4,930 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaws Hill, NH vs. nearby cities

Shaws Hill, NH
$5,907/mo
$5,850/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaws Hill, NH vs. the state and national average

Shaws Hill, NH
$5,907/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaws Hill vs. other types of senior living

$6,593/mo
Independent Living
$5,907/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shaws Hill, NH by room type

Semi-Private
$4,431/mo
Studio
$6,233/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,035/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,805/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Shaws Hill

Recent reviews for independent living in Shaws Hill

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.

Partridge House in Hampton, NH

5.0
The staff loves what they do and it shows!!!! The facility is very homey and sets a relaxed atmosphere. I highly recommend. My siblings were all very impressed with the facility and mom's care as well. My Mom passed in July and I was so happy she spent her last months here.

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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Shaws Hill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaws Hill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaws Hill, 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 Shaws Hill 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 Shaws Hill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shaws Hill, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaws Hill 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 Shaws Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaws Hill, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaws Hill 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 Shaws Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaws Hill, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47.5%
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Pines Of Newmarket and Assisted Living Center of Salisbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaws Hill, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Shaws Hill, New Hampshire. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shaws Hill, New Hampshire are Carriage Hill Assisted Living and The Pines Of Newmarket. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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