The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Nashua, NH for 2023
The average cost of memory care in Nashua is $8,800 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,320. Cheaper nearby regions include North Chelmsford with an average starting cost of $5,950.
To help you with your search, browse the 5 reviews below for memory care facilities in Nashua. On average, consumers rate memory care in Nashua 4.8 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Salem with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Nashua, NH
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The Courville at Nashua - Aynsley
Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua
What to Consider About Memory Care in Nashua
In New Hampshire, more than 20,000 individuals aged 65 or older have Alzheimer's disease, and this number does not include those with age-related dementias. For older residents of Nashua, New Hampshire, a city located just north of the Massachusetts border and about 35 miles south of NH's capital of Concord, there are 13 memory care facilities in the area, with three located right in Nashua and 10 located in nearby cities and suburbs, including Salem and Bedford.
In New Hampshire, special provisions exist for assisted living residences (ALRs) that provide specialized memory care for residents. For instance, facilities with fewer than 16 residents must install a wandering prevention system if awake staff are not available overnight.
- Nashua, New Hampshire, is located in New England, so it experiences four distinct seasons, the most pleasant of which are spring, summer and fall. The area has beautiful foliage during the fall months, which seniors in memory care facilities can enjoy outdoors. Winters are a bit tough in Nashua, as the area receives an average of 57 inches of snow per year, more than double the U.S. average of 26 inches. Families of seniors looking for memory care facilities will want to keep this in mind.
- Compared to other areas of New England, including Boston, Massachusetts, living in Nashua is relatively affordable. Based on a cost of living index where the U.S. average is 100, the cost of living in Nashua is 119.3, significantly lower than Boston, which is around 180, and is right on par with the rest of New Hampshire, which is 114.
- New Hampshire, one of the few states in the U.S. without a sales tax or income tax, is considered to be very tax-friendly toward retirees. Family members searching for memory care facilities for their loved ones will be happy to know that Social Security income is not taxed, nor are withdrawals from retirement accounts. Public and private pension incomes are also not taxed. This means seniors are able to keep more of their retirement income.
- Nashua is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care, such as St. Joseph's Hospital and Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in Nashua
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Nashua start around $8,800 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,525 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Nashua 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 Nashua
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 Nashua
Nashua 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 Nashua, please visit our Memory Care in New Hampshire page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Nashua
Nashua-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.
Memory Care near Nashua, NH
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Nashua
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Review of Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua
I found Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua for my dad. It's designed specifically for dementia patients. So the whole visual look of the place, they make it kind of like an octopus. So you have your center... Read more
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Review of Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua
My father-in-law is in Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua and it's fantastic. It's amazing and they're on the ball. They know how to talk to people with dementia. They have kind of a COVID lockdown right n... Read more
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Review of The Courville at Nashua - Aynsley
I went to Aynsley Place. They showed me a one-bedroom, their cafeteria, and their community room. They had a piano in the lobby and somebody comes and plays and entertains the people. It's a very n... Read more
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