Concord’s full-time population is slightly younger than that of the state — with its outdoor adventures and museums also drawing temporary visitors of all ages. The State House is more than 200 years old, and that’s the newer one; work is ongoing to restore the First State House from 1758. Just over 16% of Concord residents are aged 65 and over, which is roughly 2% fewer than New Hampshire, and almost identical to the nationwide average.
Seniors looking for personalized care services can expect monthly assisted living in Concord to cost $8,061, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey. At these facilities, seniors receive meals, help with daily tasks and can enjoy social activities with recreational opportunities. The state’s average cost for assisted living is $6,053, while the national average is $4,500.
The guide below offers additional cost comparative information with cities in the state along with local resources and financial options that may help pay for senior care.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in New Hampshire. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Assisted living costs Concord’s seniors an average of $8,061 per month.
Seniors may expect to pay approximately $8,061 per month for assisted living in Concord. This amount is almost $3,500 more expensive than the median price in the nation and slightly over $2,000 more costly than the average price in the state.
Lower costs than Concord are available in Boston, MA, with savings of about $1,242 on monthly assisted living costs. Likewise, if you want to explore assisted living opportunities across the Maine border, the Portland area’s monthly fee is about $1,536 less expensive than Concord. The least costly option is in Springfield, MA, which is a more affordable price of $5,685 per month, offering an average savings of $2,376 monthly compared to Concord.
Note: Data for Concord was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Manchester, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New Hampshire.
Contact | Description | |
Merrimack County ServiceLink | (603) 228-6625 | ServiceLink resource centers are responsible for providing, among others, services mandated by the federal Older Americans Act. This includes helping to connect seniors with Medicaid and Medicare plans, providing support for caregivers and facilitating health screenings and educational events. ServiceLink provides a similar set of services to what most other states refer to as an Area Agency on Aging. |
American Legion Dept. of NH – Veterans Services | (603) 222-5786 | Veterans and their dependents can get help navigating the maze of pensions and benefits from trained and certified staff. All services are provided at no cost. Call or use the contact form on the website for the Veterans Service Officer (VSO) at the American Legion outpost in Manchester. |
Social Security Administration | (888) 397-9798 | Concord has a local Social Security Administration office for residents to apply for and receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. There is also another more specialized office — Disability Determination Services — which is responsible for the medical decisions in applications for disability benefits. |
Concord Govt. Senior Citizen Program | (603) 225-8690 | The local city government funds the Senior Citizen Program for New Hampshire residents aged 55 and above. There are no fees for the majority of events and activities, although residents are expected to pay for some larger events and trips. |
Senior Law Project – Legal Assistance | (800) 921-1115 | New Hampshire Legal Assistance has an office in Concord, which is also the main administrative branch. NHLA provides free legal assistance to seniors aged 60 and over via the Senior Law Project. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Concord area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.