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The second-largest city in New Hampshire and minutes from Manchester, Nashua is home to nearly 90,000 residents, almost 16% of whom are seniors aged 65 and older. The quintessential New England town, Nashua’s quaint downtown is filled with local boutiques, fine dining and scenic parks such as Mine Falls Park, where visitors can go for walks within sight of the Nashua River Canal, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Nearby Manchester can provide numerous entertainment options as well. Residents can enjoy live performances at the Palace Theater and baseball at SNHU Arena or relax and take in the gorgeous waterfront views at Lake Massabesic. Nashua is also within an hour and a half of the three highest-ranked hospitals in the region, giving seniors and their loved ones peace of mind in knowing that access to quality health care is readily available.
Assisted living communities offer seniors flexible housing options that allow them to keep their independence while receiving assistance with the routine daily tasks that get harder with age. While the services provided by these facilities vary, they typically include meals, housekeeping, transportation assistance and social programming. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Living Survey, the average monthly cost for assisted living services in Nashua is $8,061.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in New Hampshire. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Nashua is $8,061.
At $8,061, the median monthly cost of assisted living in Nashua is higher than the state average by over $2,000. It is also more than $3,500 greater than the national average of $4,500.
Assisted living costs in Nashua are significantly higher than those in neighboring cities in New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts. Pittsfield, MA, offers the lowest average monthly rates at $2,084. Lewiston, ME, Worcester, MA, and Springfield, MA, all have lower average costs than the New Hampshire state average at $5,484, $5,685 and $5,048, respectively. In Meredith and Portland, ME, the average costs are about $1,500 less than in Nashua.
Note: Data for Nashua was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Manchester, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New Hampshire.
| Contact | Description | |
| Manchester (Hillsborough County) ServiceLink | (603) 644-2240 | A program of the NH Department of Health and Human Services, ServiceLink is devoted to providing resources, information and programs for older adults. Seniors and their families and caregivers can find information about SHIP, the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, receive referrals for community services and options counseling. ServiceLink also maintains an online listing of resources, including Copy with the Cost of Care, an overview of all available tax deductions for medical costs. |
| Nashua Transit System Senior Services | (603) 880-0100 | For seniors 65 and older with conditions preventing them from using the fixed route bus service, Nashua Transit System Senior Services can provide City Lift service. Provided on a limited basis Monday through Friday, travelers can bring one or more family members if space is available, and trips must be scheduled up to two weeks in advance. |
| Veterans Count, Nashua Chapter | (844) 650-8387 | Part of Easterseals Military & Veterans Services, Veterans Count is ready to provide services and assistance to senior veterans and their families if no other resources are available. Emergency financial assistance, support for mental health issues and more is available and provided by experienced counselors who can help identify the best services to meet individual needs. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program | (603) 598-9421 | A free AmeriCorps Seniors program, RSVP gives seniors an opportunity to give back to their communities and gain a greater sense of well-being and purpose in the process. Through a personalized matching service, individuals are paired with opportunities that match their schedule, passions and experience. RSVP volunteers receive free supplemental insurance as well as access to quarterly newsletters and annual luncheons honoring their service. |
| Nashua Senior Activity Center | (603) 889-6155 | Providing wellness, educational and recreational activities for those 50 and older, the Nashua Senior Activity Center is a hub for connection, support and fun. Membership gains seniors access to the fitness center, a member lounge, groups and clubs as well as discounted holiday events and a subscription to the SAC newsletter. There is a Silver Lining Chorus for those looking for choral singing as well as golf and biking clubs. |
| New Hampshire Legal Assistance Senior Law Project | (888) 353-9944 (statewide)(603) 935-7109 (local) | For low-income seniors aged 60 and older, free legal counsel and representation are available through the New Hampshire Legal Assistance Senior Law Project. Services include assistance handling assisted living disputes, Social Security, access to health care and more. SLP also provides community outreach to raise awareness regarding senior legal rights and to inform individuals of SLP’s services. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Nashua area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
