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American House Keene

American House Keene is an assisted living community in Keene, NH.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room featuring a sofa, lamps, and a decorative rug.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with floral bedding, a window with blue curtains, and soft lighting.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable sofas, armchairs, and various lamps creating a warm ambiance.
  • Building

    A large brick building with an American flag in the foreground under a clear blue sky.
  • Architecture

    A symmetrical building entrance with a brick facade and wooden canopy.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a large bed and natural light filtering through the window.
  • Trees

    Aerial view of a hospital surrounded by trees and mountains.
  • Windows

    Cozy lobby with brick walls, featuring comfortable seating and a central table.
  • Dining

    A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables and chairs, featuring a patterned carpet and decorative chandeliers.
  • Landscaping

    A historic brick factory building with a tall chimney, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.
  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen with white cabinets, featuring a small dining table and chairs on a wooden floor.
  • Lighting

    A modern bar interior with teal chairs, a wooden counter, and a wall-mounted TV.
  • Entrance

    Sign for Bentley Commons, a premier senior living community.
  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a glass coffee table, decorated in neutral tones.

197 Water Street, Keene, NH 03431

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.7 from 49 reviews
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American House Keene Costs & Pricing

American House Keene offers competitive pricing for its resident accommodations, particularly when compared to both Cheshire County and the broader state of New Hampshire. For instance, the monthly cost for a semi-private room is $2,880, significantly lower than the county average of $3,205 and the state average of $4,881. Private rooms are similarly priced at $3,456, which is more affordable than both Cheshire County's $5,382 and New Hampshire's $5,170. Studio apartments range from $4,075 to $4,410, remaining below both regional ($4,772) and state averages ($5,346). Additionally, American House Keene's one-bedroom option is attractively priced at $4,290 compared to Cheshire County's $4,793 and slightly above the state's average of $4,444. Even in two-bedroom arrangements at $5,090, American House Keene stays competitive against both county ($5,115) and state figures ($4,901). Overall, these costs reflect a strong value proposition for potential residents seeking quality living arrangements in a caring community setting.

Floor plansAmerican House KeeneCheshire CountyNew Hampshire
Semi-Private$2,880$3,205$4,881
Private$3,456$5,382$5,170
Studio$4,075 to $4,410$4,772$5,346
1 Bedroom$4,290$4,793$4,444
2 Bedrooms$5,090$5,115$4,901

Overall Review of American House Keene

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Care team earns trust

Residents and families repeatedly describe a caring, attentive staff.

Across the reviews, families describe staff who take time to get to know residents, respond to questions, and handle day-to-day needs. Several people mention peace of mind from attentive care, including nursing and aides. A few reviewers also describe supportive teamwork during serious end-of-life situations.

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Dining is a frequent highlight

Food quality and the dining experience come up often.

Many reviewers comment positively on meals, describing the food as delicious and not overly institutional. Several also point to the variety of menu options and an enjoyable way to eat, with meals shared among residents. A couple of reviews are more mixed, but overall dining remains a consistent point in the experience.

  • A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables and chairs, featuring a patterned carpet and decorative chandeliers.
  • A cozy kitchen with white cabinets, featuring a small dining table and chairs on a wooden floor.
  • A well-appointed dining room with elegantly set tables and classic decor.
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Activities keep residents engaged

Daily activities and social time are a recurring theme.

Residents and families describe an active schedule with group activities and regular opportunities to socialize. Reviews mention specific community offerings like games, entertainment, and scheduled daily programming, and they describe residents staying busy and participating. The community also appears to support resident routines, with families noticing engagement soon after moving in.

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Transportation helps with errands

Transportation support comes up as helpful for day-to-day life.

Several reviews mention the convenience of transportation, including rides for errands and appointments. Families describe this as removing a recurring burden, especially after moving from home. Residents also mention getting out for shopping and community outings, depending on the need.

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Care services cover more than basics

Reviews often reference nursing oversight and assistance with daily needs.

A number of families describe assistance with everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and help with medications and personal care. Multiple reviewers also mention nurses being involved and responsive when needs change. End-of-life experiences are described with ongoing support, including during hospice time and serious illness.

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Pricing feels high to some

Some reviewers feel the pricing is very expensive.

At least one review directly calls out the cost as very expensive, and another points to concerns about fit during a tour. The overall conversation around value is mixed, with some describing it as worth it for services while others emphasize affordability. Room size is also mentioned as a potential drawback by a tour visitor.

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Features

Housing

  • 144 resident community capacity 144 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Keene, New Hampshire offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the community. With close proximity to medical facilities such as Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock and various specialists, seniors can rest assured that their healthcare needs will be met. Additionally, there are numerous dining options including Bagel Works, Local Burger, and Margaritas Mexican Restaurant for those looking to enjoy a meal out. Places of worship are also within reach with Parish of the Holy Spirit and St James Episcopal Church nearby. For leisure activities, Colonial Theatre provides entertainment options while parks like Otter Brook State Park and Mount Monadnock State Park offer opportunities for outdoor recreation. Overall, this area combines accessibility to essential services with a variety of dining and recreational choices for seniors looking to make Keene their home.

Physicians

  • Dermatology - Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock (0.4 miles)
  • Ophthalmology And The Optical Shop - Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene (0.7 miles)
  • Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene (0.7 miles)
  • Pattavina Maria Arnp (0.7 miles)
  • Dr. Dexter's Vision Center (0.8 miles)
  • Kiser Orthodics (1.2 miles)
  • Levin Lara MD (1.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Bagel Works (0.4 miles)
  • Local Burger (0.4 miles)
  • Margaritas Mexican Restaurant (0.5 miles)
  • Lindy's Diner (0.5 miles)
  • Machina Kitchen & ArtBar (0.6 miles)
  • D's Deli (0.7 miles)
  • Papa Gallos Restaurant (0.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Parish of the Holy Spirit (0.4 miles)
  • St James Episcopal Church (0.6 miles)
  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes (1.9 miles)
  • St Margaret Mary Religious (2.2 miles)
  • General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (7.5 miles)
  • Harrisville Community Church (8.9 miles)
  • Baha'i Faith (11.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Colonial Theatre (0.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Terra Nova Coffee Roasters (0.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Duchess Coffee (15.5 miles)
  • Amy's Bakery Arts Cafe (15.5 miles)
  • Mocha Joe's (15.5 miles)
  • The Works Café (15.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Monadnock Folklore Society (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (12.7 miles)
  • Putney General Store (13.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (14.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • The Woodward (0.9 miles)
  • Scott Thomas Clear Choice MD Centers (14.8 miles)
  • Brattleboro Retreat (15.6 miles)

Parks

  • Otter Brook State Park (3.2 miles)
  • Troy Town Common (8.5 miles)
  • Mount Monadnock State Park (10.9 miles)
  • Jaffrey Recreation Department (15.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (14.3 miles)
  • Amtrak BRA (15.5 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (15.5 miles)

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