The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bedford, NH for 2023
Also serving communities of Milford.
There are 8 Memory Care Facilities in the Bedford area, with 4 in Bedford and 4 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Bedford is $7,421 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Concord with an average starting cost of $6,590.
To help you with your search, browse the 27 reviews below for memory care facilities in Bedford. On average, consumers rate memory care in Bedford 4.2 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Nashua with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 13 families in Bedford find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Bedford, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Bedford, NH
Bedford Falls
The Courville at Bedford - Carlyle
The Arbors of Bedford
Bowman Place at Olde Bedford
The Courville at Nashua - Aynsley
Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua
Hillsbrook Village @ Allenstown
Ledgewood Bay at Milford
What to Consider About Memory Care in Bedford
A quiet, affluent community of 22,000 with a median age of 42.8, Bedford is a suburb of Manchester, the state's largest city, and it is located only 50 miles from Boston, Massachusetts. Bedford has a senior population of 15.5 percent, some of whom have Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. The town itself has 18 facilities offering memory care and there is a total of 140 in surrounding Hillsborough County from which seniors and their families can choose.
- Bedford enjoys moderate New Hampshire summers with a high of 82 degrees and fairly average rainfall. Winter is an indoor season for seniors with lows reaching 13 degrees and more than twice the national average snowfall.
- Bedford has relatively low ratings for violent and property crime, providing comfortable security for seniors in the busy southern New Hampshire area. The state's largest city, Manchester, is only five miles away and has crime ratings double those of Bedford.
- The air quality in Bedford and Hillsborough County is rated "C" for ozone with an "A" for particulates according to the American Lung Association, exposing seniors with respiratory conditions to a moderate breathing risk. Much of southern New Hampshire have similar grades, and Bedford's proximity to the city of Manchester and several major highways may contribute.
- New Hampshire's tax structure can help seniors make the most of their retirement income, according to Kiplinger. The state has no tax on Social Security benefits, pensions and retirement plan distributions. There is also no sales tax. There is a $1,200 exemption from the five percent tax on dividends for seniors 65 and older. Property taxes in New Hampshire are among the nation's highest, but qualifying seniors can get an adjustment.
Paying for Memory Care in Bedford
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Bedford start around $7,421 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Bedford and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Bedford
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in New Hampshire page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in New Hampshire page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Bedford
Bedford and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Bedford, please visit our Memory Care in New Hampshire page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Bedford
Bedford-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in New Hampshire are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in New Hampshire page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Bedford
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Review of The Arbors of Bedford
The Arbors of Bedford was a very nice place and the price was comparable, but they would not accept Medicaid. It was clean and spacious, and the rooms were nice. Even if there were two residents in... Read more
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Review of The Courville at Bedford - Carlyle
I liked The Courville at Bedford - Carlyle. The place was nice and clean, and their program was very complete. But my husband needs a secured facility and I can't put him in a place where he can wa... Read more
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Review of Bowman Place at Olde Bedford
My father is in memory care at Bowman Place at Olde Bedford. It's a very nice and very clean facility. The staff is very nice. The rooms are very spacious. He's got a bed, dresser, reclining chair,... Read more
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