Canterbury Hall is an assisted living community located in Canterbury, New Hampshire. The facility offers residents the ability to individualize their living spaces, including bringing in personal furniture and pets, which contributes to a familiar and comfortable environment. The community is known for accommodating a range of care needs while providing a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. Residents benefit from home-cooked meals prepared with local ingredients, and daily life often includes activities such as gardening, current events discussions, and animal care, including the care of chickens.
Canterbury Hall provides a range of care and medical services tailored to meet individual needs. Diabetes care is available, including support with blood glucose monitoring, dietary management, and insulin administration where needed. The staff is equipped to assist with incontinence care, offering supplies and support in maintaining hygiene and dignity. For ambulatory care, Canterbury Hall staff helps residents who require assistance with mobility, as well as those who use mobility aids. Medication management is provided to ensure accurate dispensing of prescriptions and monitoring for side effects or changes in medication needs.
Memory care services are also available for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, ensuring enhanced supervision and engagement in activities designed for cognitive support. Residents have access to a barber/beauty salon on-site for grooming needs, as well as a massage therapist to support wellness and relaxation. The community also offers yoga and chair yoga sessions, promoting physical health and flexibility.
Transportation services at Canterbury Hall include both complimentary and at-cost options. These services are available for medical appointments, such as doctor’s visits or therapy sessions, as well as for non-medical purposes, including shopping trips or social outings. This helps ensure residents can maintain connections with the broader community and access important services.
Resident and family feedback consistently highlights the non-institutional, family-like setting provided by Canterbury Hall. Staff are described as attentive and compassionate, contributing to a high level of satisfaction in the care received. Cleanliness and respect for residents are frequently noted, as is the facility's openness to accommodating individual preferences and supporting pet ownership. While activity offerings are appreciated, some relatives note a desire for increased encouragement to participate. Overall, Canterbury Hall is recognized for its quality care, flexible and accommodating environment, and commitment to supporting residents’ well-being.
Costs at this community start at $7,154 and range up to $11,195. The average price in the community is $9,174, which is more than the average price in the area of $8,039. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.