The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center in Milford, NH

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  • Interior

    An elderly woman receiving assistance from a caregiver.
  • Decor

    A cozy dining room with elegant teal curtains and a neatly set table.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a television above the fireplace, surrounded by comfortable chairs and tasteful decor.
  • Building

    A small brick building with large windows and a red door, surrounded by greenery.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with twin beds and soft green walls, decorated with floral arrangements and a table lamp.
  • Windows

    A one-story brick building with large windows, surrounded by landscaped greenery.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A therapy room equipped with exercise balls and treatment tables for physical rehabilitation.

The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center in Milford, NH

The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home community in Milford, NH.

Information last verified:

71 Elm St., Milford, NH 03055

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

4.2 from 46 reviews
5 stars
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The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center Costs & Pricing

The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center presents a pricing structure that is notably higher than both the county and state averages. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $8,374 per month, significantly exceeding Hillsborough County's average of $5,712 and New Hampshire's state figure of $4,881. Similarly, the cost for private rooms at The Elms is set at $8,818, which again surpasses the county's average of $7,437 as well as the state's average of $5,170. This pricing reflects the center's commitment to providing high-quality care and services but positions it at a premium compared to local alternatives.

Floor plansThe Elms Care and Rehabilitation CenterHillsborough CountyNew Hampshire
Semi-Private$8,374$5,712$4,881
Private$8,818$7,437$5,170

Overall Review of The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff support is a frequent highlight

Many residents and families describe staff who are kind and responsive to needs.

Across many reviews, people point to staff as the reason their loved one felt comfortable, supported, and well cared for. Several reviewers mention staff being attentive, knowledgeable, and patient when answering questions. Others describe the team as compassionate and willing to communicate with family members, including during updates and care decisions. Some reviewers also specifically call out improvements in daily care and confidence in the facility’s approach.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Care timing and phone access frustrate

Communication problems—especially phone access—come up repeatedly in reviews.

Several reviews describe trouble getting through by phone or getting timely responses after calling for help. A few residents and families also mention that call bells can take a long time to reach someone, which affects day-to-day comfort. Some reviews link the delays to being short-staffed, while others describe administration not returning calls or not resolving concerns quickly. While some individual interactions are praised, the repeated theme is that reaching the right person is not consistent.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Short staffing shows up in the reviews

Multiple reviews mention short staffing affecting how quickly help is provided.

Some residents and families say the facility can be short-staffed, leading to slower responses to requests. One reviewer describes a nurse leaving a resident on the toilet for an extended period, and another describes limited daytime coverage. Another review notes the facility can take time to get a response from a nurse and connects that to the staffing situation. Even reviewers who are generally positive sometimes include staffing as the reason certain issues—like answering call bells—take longer than expected.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness gets mixed feedback

Cleanliness is praised in some reviews but criticized in others.

A number of reviewers describe rooms, bathrooms, and the building as clean and well maintained. Others report the facility as dirty or describe cleanliness as a concern, including comments about a bathroom not being clean. One reviewer also mentions the facility not seeming safe and not clean in the rehab context. Overall, the reviews don’t agree on cleanliness consistency, even though some families clearly noticed improvements during their visits.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities are present but uneven

Residents mention both enjoyable activities and times when activities fall short.

Some reviews describe regular activity involvement, including time outdoors on a patio and options like puzzles and reading. A few people also describe activities as bringing joy to residents and mention themed days or outdoor games. At the same time, at least one review says activities are almost non-existent, and another mentions that activity schedules can change. The overall picture is that activities exist, but experiences vary across residents and time periods.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Private Private
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers

Transportation

  • Manchester (13 miles away) Manchester (13 miles away)

Care Services

  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.6 miles)

Parks

  • Keyes Memorial Park (0.1 miles)
  • Merrimack Commons (9.1 miles)
  • Greeley Park (10.5 miles)
  • Edward Roy Memorial Park (10.6 miles)
  • Nuthin' But Good Times (10.9 miles)
  • Pack Monadnock Summit (11.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wendy's (0.3 miles)
  • Grill603 (0.5 miles)
  • Windows on West Street (0.5 miles)
  • Subway (0.7 miles)
  • My Sister's Kitchen (0.9 miles)
  • Phil's Old-Fashioned BBQ (2.2 miles)
  • Copper Kettle To Go (4.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Union Coffee Company (0.4 miles)
  • Hilltop Cafe (4.4 miles)
  • Buckley's Bakery & Cafe (7.3 miles)
  • The Cozy Tea Cart (7.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.4 miles)
  • The Inside Scoop (9.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Sj Family Medical Centers (1.3 miles)
  • Nashua Eye Associates (1.8 miles)
  • Gateway Pediatrics (2.8 miles)
  • Kajenski Carissa APRN (4.2 miles)
  • Wright & Associates Family Healthcare (5.2 miles)
  • Amherst Family Practice (5.4 miles)
  • Amherst Medical Associates (5.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Milford Drive-In Theater (2.1 miles)
  • Chunky's Cinema Pub - Nashua (9.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital (6.2 miles)
  • St Joseph Adult Day Health Center (7.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Resurrection Parish (9 miles)
  • Temple Forest Monastery (9.5 miles)
  • Congregational Church of Temple (9.9 miles)

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