Retirement Information

The Nashua Region has steadily built a reputation as a fine place to settle after retirement.

As the country’s population ages and the demographic profile shifts, discussion about quality of life takes on a new focus: where to retire. Deciding that is just as important as decisions concerning an IRA or 401(k).

The Nashua Region has steadily built a reputation as a fine place to settle after retirement, evidenced by the growing number of upscale retirement facilities. The region hosts more than 1,000 units, all focused on independent living or assisted independent living.

National surveys indicate that the checklist for the retirement location includes low crime; quality health care; lots of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities, four seasons; a variety of housing alternatives; proximity to an airport, mountains and water .

The Nashua Region scores high on every aspect of the checklist. Nashua is consistently rated first or second as America’s safest city. Excellent health care services are conveniently available at the city’s two hospitals, both of which have programs targeted at the special needs of retirees. In addition to the region’s close proximity to Boston, local cultural, recreational and educational opportunities abound. The region has five colleges, its own symphony and arts community, and a supercharged senior center with more than 3,200 members.
Music, dancing, education, health promotion and artistic programs are offered at the Nashua Senior Center. It is also a jumping off place for a seemingly endless stream of trips and excursions. There are more than a dozen golf courses and every shopping experience imaginable just a short drive away.

Eldercare
To meet the changing needs of a growing population of older citizens, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center has a program called 55PLUS, which offers free or discounted educational and fitness programs, screenings, nutritional counseling, aimed at increasing health and wellness. For more information call (603) 577-2335.

St. Joseph Hospital offers additional programs for older citizens. A day health center provides services for adults with medical and psychological needs who have a physician’s referral. The center provides a senior adult mental health unit for those over 55 who have emotional, psychiatric or memory disorders. Finally the hospital offers SAGE, a wellness program to help those over 55 enjoy life to the fullest. Call (603) 882-3000.

The Nashua area offers a continuum of healthcare at its many nursing homes and assisted living facilities, including: Courville at Nashua/Aynsley, Fairview/ Laurel Place in Hudson, Greenbriar Terrace, Harborside Healthcare-Milford, Langdon Place of Nashua, Mont Vernon Inn, Nashua Crossings, Rose Haven in Merrimack, Pillsbury Home in Milford and Nashua’s Hunt Community.

Organizations such as meals on wheels and Lifeline Emergency Response System are available for those who wish to live in their own homes but require some assistance.