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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Barrington, NH

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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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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.
Inn At Village SquareThe Inn at Village Square is a top-rated assisted living community located in quaint and picturesque Gorham, ME, the economic center of the State of Maine, and is one of the state’s most serene natural environments characterized with and known for its rolling green hills.The...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Located on the Salem Common in a historic Federalist Mansion, the John Bertram House delivers the finest in senior care under the guidance of Sunrise Senior Living and local Board of Trustees. Serving Senior for over thirty years, the John Bertram House affords families peace-of-mind by providing...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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: Assisted Living
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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.
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Arnold House was the best place for our father. The nursing staff were highly educated and most important caring to my father and all of my sisters. We became part of the family. The food was excellent all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
At Arnold House we now about life's choices.Residents and staff alike share in them daily.We also know that sometimes those decisions may be difficult to make, but when viewed from the perspective of genuine caring about others, the difficulties seem to diminish and the answers become...

Cost of independent living in West Barrington, NH

The average cost of senior living in West Barrington is $5,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laconia, NH with an average of $4,201 per month.

Independent living costs in West Barrington, NH, vs. nearby cities

West Barrington, NH
$5,795/mo
$5,538/mo
$5,416/mo

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

West Barrington, NH
$5,795/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in West Barrington, NH, vs. other senior living options

$6,739/mo
Independent Living
$5,795/mo

Independent living costs in West Barrington, NH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,148/mo
Studio
$6,981/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,324/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,872/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,435/mo

Senior living costs in West Barrington 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: West Barrington, NH
Column state: New Hampshire
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Barrington, NHNew HampshireU.S.
Independent Living$5,795/mo$5,019/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,661/mo$6,127/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,739/mo$6,240/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
West Barrington, NH:$5,795/mo
New Hampshire:$5,019/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
West Barrington, NH:$6,661/mo
New Hampshire:$6,127/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
West Barrington, NH:$6,739/mo
New Hampshire:$6,240/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in West Barrington, NH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in West Barrington 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 West Barrington, NH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Barrington 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
West Barrington, NH$4,065/mo$4,324/mo-6.0%
New Hampshire$4,082/mo$4,348/mo-6.1%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
West Barrington, NH
2024 average cost:$4,065/mo
2023 average cost:$4,324/mo
Percent change:-6.0%
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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What families are saying about independent living in West Barrington

Recent reviews for independent living in West Barrington

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.

Brightview Danvers

4.3
We moved my Dad there almost 2 years ago. It has been a very positive experience! There are many activities to keep you busy!! The food is great and the place is clean!!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and welcoming environment at various communities, such as Birch Heights, where residents and staff go above and beyond to make newcomers feel at home. Residents at Holiday Birch Heights and Holiday Maple Suites express their appreciation for the sense of ...
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Attentive and responsive staff. Reviews for multiple communities, like Sable Lodge and Pleasant View Retirement, praise the attentiveness and responsiveness of the staff. Families and residents often mention the ease of communication and the staff's quick assistance in addressing concerns and accommodating special requests.
Variety of activities catering to diverse interests. Residents at different communities, including Birch Heights and Pleasant View Retirement, enjoy the wide range of activities offered. From card games, puzzles, and board games to local trips, there are plenty of options to keep residents engaged and active.
Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors in residents' overall satisfaction at various communities. Reviews for Holiday Birch Heights and Sable Lodge mention the well-maintained facilities, including private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails.
Convenient location with easy access to amenities. Convenient locations and easy access to amenities are highlighted in several reviews. For instance, Pleasant View Retirement and Stone Hill at Andover are praised for their proximity to hospitals and medical offices, making it easier for residents to access health care services.
Close-knit and supportive community. Many residents find comfort in the close-knit and supportive communities they've found at facilities like Holiday Birch Heights and Pleasant View Retirement. Friends and family members mention the sense of connection and the camaraderie among residents, which contributes to their overall happine ...
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West Barrington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Barrington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Barrington, 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 West Barrington 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 West Barrington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West Barrington 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 West Barrington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Barrington 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 West Barrington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.6%
47%
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Barrington, New Hampshire. See full list of communities.
There are 221 independent living facilities near West Barrington, New Hampshire. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Barrington, New Hampshire are Atria Longmeadow Place, Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Spring Village at Summerhill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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