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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Gilford, NH
If you’re looking for independent living in the Gilford 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 Gilford. 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 7 independent living facilities in Gilford, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Concord, Plymouth and Laconia.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Concord, Plymouth and Laconia.
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It was a great experience for my uncle. They are a very caring facility and we were very happy with them. He has since run out of his own funds so he is on Medicaid now and in a new facility that I found on...
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.
Welcome to Forestview Manor. Serving area seniors since 2005, we are a campus comprised of three beautiful, residential buildings nestled on 15 wooded acres in Meredith, New Hampshire. We offer intimate, secure, loving memory care assisted living for those who are unsuccessful living at home...
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There is not enough staff and not enough contact with doctors here at Golden View Assisted Living. Some staff are not trained enough. For the amount of money paid by residents, there should be more and...
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.
A locally managed, independent non-profit communityIn 2000, Golden View opened The Inn, which has provided seniors of the Lakes Region and beyond with quality assisted living services since opening its doors. With the addition of The Terrace/Cottage in 2014, Golden View was able to offer another...
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I have been an independent resident at Taylor Community for two years. In that time my experience has been one of gratitude for the many activities available from educational trips and lectures to seeing...
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.
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I write this to those of you who, like me, feel guilty and scared at not being able to care for your loved one who is suffering from ever-developing memory loss any longer. You want him/her to be honored...
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.
Meredith Bay Colony Club overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee in central New Hampshire provides the perfect retirement and assisted living location. We are the region's newest not-for-profit retirement community having opened our state-of-the-art facility in 2009. We very quickly achieved 'Full'...
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.
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.
Back BayBack Bay is an independent living community in Wolfeboro in Carroll County, New Hampshire. At Back Bay, you have the opportunity to live in a peaceful country setting with other like-minded individuals. Have a home that is convenient for you and your visiting family and guests while...
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This place is wonderful, we have had no complaints. The staff is super friendly they are very professional. It is a pretty expensive community. There aren't really any care services provided since it is...
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.
Sugar Hill Retirement Community features apartments and cottages for active independent living that sold as shares in a cooperative style of ownership.There are also Assisted Living suites available. We are proud to be sponsored by Huggins Hospital located here in Wolfeboro, only minutes away...
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Cost of independent living in Gilford, NH
The average cost of senior living in Gilford is $4,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,201 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilford, NH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilford, NH vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gilford, NH by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Gilford
Recent reviews for independent living in Gilford
Golden View Health Care Assisted Living in Meredith, NH
4.1
Very happy with the care and concern that my Mom is receiving at Golden View! It is very expensive - I feel it could be less expensive - but I’ve found that all these facilities are about the same cost! My biggest issue is that the food is sub-par!!!! They should have better food with a better ...
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Taylor Community in Laconia, NH
5.0
I’ve lived here, in a lovely cottage, for two years and could not be happier! The caring and very supportive staff wants us all to be healthy and active at every level. There are activities in all categories, and if there is something you want that isn’t already established, the staff will help ...
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Peabody Home in Franklin, NH
4.0
I love the Peabody Home! My Mom entered as Assisted living and has seamlessly moved to more nursing care as her dementia has progressed. They take very good care of my Mom, they are genuinely caring. I would recommend rocks!this home to anyone looking for any level of care.
Gilford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilford, 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 Gilford 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 Gilford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilford, NHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilford 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 Gilford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilford, NHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilford 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 Gilford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilford, NHNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Forestview Manor Assisted Living, Golden View Health Care Assisted Living and Taylor Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilford, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near Gilford, New Hampshire. See the full list.
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