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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Chester, NH

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Chester area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Chester. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in Chester, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $5,523

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Photo of All American Assisted Living at Londonderry
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33 Floor plans available
9.7
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43 reviews
9.7
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43 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
21%
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5%
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My mother was only there for just over 2 months before she passed away so I didn't have a large amount of experience with AAAL, but we were very happy she was there. All the staff were wonderful from the...
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.
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9.5
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122 reviews
9.5
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122 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
27%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
1%
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The staff had been going above and beyond working multiple jobs. Always courteous and smiling. Even through the staffing shortage and other events in the building. Please put the activities on the back of...
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.
Lively, friendly independent senior living community in Derry, NH.Enjoy the pleasures of independent senior living in a welcoming retirement community with small-town charm at Holiday Birch Heights. Meet people, attend events, pursue your hobbies, set goals for your retirement, and join friends...
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5 star
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I have only been in the facility twice since we have moved my mom in here. She has been taken care of well and we are really pleased with our experience so far. With covid we cannot visit, but they have been...
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.
Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge is a New Facility located on 7 acres overlooking Beaver Lake. Spacious Private Rooms and built with all the latest Life Safety amenities, it is rated as one of The Nicest Small Bed Facilities in New England. Owned and operated by Karen4Elders, LLC, Karen and...
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: 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.
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.
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I am so pleased with the care that my mom receives. The rehab department is exceptional and the food is delicious! Every staff member that I have interacted with would highly recommend this center for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Chester, NH

The average cost of senior living in Chester is $5,523 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,201 per month.

Independent living costs in Chester, NH, vs. nearby cities

Chester, NH
$5,523/mo
$5,902/mo

Independent living costs in Chester, NH, vs. state and national averages

Chester, NH
$5,523/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Chester, NH, vs. other senior living options

$6,803/mo
Independent Living
$5,523/mo

Independent living costs in Chester, NH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,950/mo
Studio
$5,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,259/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,985/mo

Senior living costs in Chester vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Chester, NH
Column state: New Hampshire
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChester, NHNew HampshireU.S.
Independent Living$5,523/mo$5,019/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,744/mo$6,127/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,803/mo$6,240/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Chester, NH:$5,523/mo
New Hampshire:$5,019/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Chester, NH:$6,744/mo
New Hampshire:$6,127/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Chester, NH:$6,803/mo
New Hampshire:$6,240/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Chester, NH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Chester and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Chester, NH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Chester have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Chester, NH$4,536/mo$4,599/mo-1.4%
New Hampshire$4,082/mo$4,348/mo-6.1%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Chester, NH
2024 average cost:$4,536/mo
2023 average cost:$4,599/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
New Hampshire
2024 average cost:$4,082/mo
2023 average cost:$4,348/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Chester

Recent reviews for independent living in Chester

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

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.

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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Chester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, NHNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester 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 Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester 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 Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

All American Assisted Living at Londonderry, Holiday Birch Heights and Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chester, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Chester, New Hampshire. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Chester, New Hampshire are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and The Pines Of Newmarket. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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