Senior Resources Resources in New Hampshire

New Hampshire offers a range of programs to help older adults live safely, independently, and with dignity. Whether you or a loved one needs help paying for food, heat, healthcare, or in-home support, state and federal programs are available — and a trained specialist can help you figure out what you qualify for. The best starting point is often 2-1-1 New Hampshire, a free, confidential helpline staffed by community resource specialists who can connect you to local services across every county.

New Hampshire's Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS), part of the NH Department of Health and Human Services, oversees many of the state's core aging programs, including Medicaid-funded home and community-based care, adult protective services, and caregiver support. BEAS partners with regional nonprofit agencies that deliver services on the ground — your local Area Agency on Aging is often the gateway to in-home care, meal programs, and transportation assistance in your specific county.

If you are a caregiver or family member helping an older adult navigate these systems, know that you don't have to figure it all out alone. Programs exist specifically to support caregivers as well as seniors themselves. Start by calling 2-1-1 or the national Eldercare Locator to be connected with the right local agency for your situation.