New Hampshire · CMS Data August 2026
Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in New Hampshire
Where Are the Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in New Hampshire?
CMS Care Compare lists 21 nursing homes where fewer long-stay residents receive antipsychotic medication than the national median in New Hampshire, out of 73 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Manchester (5), Dover (2) and Laconia (2). 10 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 21
- All homes in New Hampshire
- 73
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 10
- Average overall stars
- 3.1
How this list is made: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 114+ stars for staffing
- 9Nurse turnover below the national median
- 15No fines or payment denials
- 9Nonprofit
- 21Medicaid certified
All 21, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Laconia | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| Warde Health Center | Windham | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Courville at Nashua | Nashua | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
| Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation | Dover | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Mount Carmel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Manchester | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Mountain View Community | Ossipee | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Saint Ann Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Dover | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Webster at Rye | Rye | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Crestwood Center | Milford | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| St Joseph Residence | Manchester | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
| Edgewood Centre (the) | Portsmouth | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Laconia Rehabilitation Center | Laconia | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Presidential Oaks | Concord | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Birch Healthcare Center | Rochester | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Elm Wood Center at Claremont | Claremont | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Epsom Healthcare Center | Epsom | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Saint Teresa Rehabilitation & Nursing Center | Manchester | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Courville at Manchester | Manchester | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Hackett Hill Healthcare Center | Manchester | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Bedford Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Bedford | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Saint Vincent Rehabilitation & Nursing Center | Berlin | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Manchester | 5 | 2 |
| Nursing homes in Dover | 2 | 2 |
| Nursing homes in Laconia | 2 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Bedford | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Berlin | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Claremont | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Concord | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Epsom | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Milford | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Nashua | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Ossipee | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Portsmouth | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Rochester | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Rye | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Windham | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read why antipsychotic use matters in dementia care. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in New Hampshire. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for New Hampshire: highest-rated nursing homes in New Hampshire, nursing homes that accept medicaid in New Hampshire, nonprofit nursing homes in New Hampshire.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use Are in New Hampshire?
21 of the 73 CMS-certified nursing homes in New Hampshire meet this rule: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median.
Which Nursing Home With Low Antipsychotic Use in New Hampshire Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Laconia (5 stars), Warde Health Center in Windham (5 stars) and Courville at Nashua in Nashua (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
Why Does Antipsychotic Use Matter?
FDA warns that antipsychotic drugs raise the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis, and CMS tracks how often long-stay residents receive them. The national median in this data is 13% of long-stay residents.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in New Hampshire?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. New Hampshire's Office of the Long Term Care Ombudsman can answer questions about residents' rights.