Exeter, New Hampshire
The Woods
at RiverWoods Exeter
Step through the porte-cochere into The Woods and experience all that our original campus has to offer.
Active and Care-Free Retirement Living
They say you can’t choose your family, but you can choose your family of friends. Without the worry of home maintenance, or even cooking your own meals, you’ll be able to make the most of this time of your life. Whether it’s gardening, art, music, history, or nature — The Woods at RiverWoods Exeter is a neighborhood full of people passionate about living their best life.
Living Options at The Woods, Exeter
As a nationally accredited Continuing Care Retirement Community, at RiverWoods you benefit from living within a vibrant and engaged senior living community and the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have a plan, no matter what your future health care needs may be. Join us as an independent living resident, and if your needs change in the future, you can receive Assisted Living, Memory Support, or Nursing Care within the same community, cared for by staff you know and trust.
Independent Living
When you choose RiverWoods Exeter, you join a group of dynamic, engaged adults who enjoy their vibrant and worry-free lives.
Assisted Living
When or if you need help with the activities of daily living, we provide the assistance you need while preserving your highest level of independence
Memory Care
Our caring, knowledgeable professionals provide specific programming designed to support memory and cognitive function.
Nursing Care
Person-centered nursing care by professionals you can trust providing comprehensive, compassionate and rehabilitative care seven days a week.
Our Homes Have Everything You Need
Staying Active
Whatever your current state of fitness, you’ll find a fun, welcoming, and engaged environment at RiverWoods.
Community Living
A vibrant and engaged community — three neighborhoods joined together in one community.
Dining
We are committed to providing our residents with outstanding cuisine and exceptional service, in a pleasant and gracious atmosphere.
Seacoast Living
Steeped in rich history and natural beauty, the Seacoast region of New Hampshire offers access to all that New England has to offer.
Services & Amenities
Amenities found on every Campus
Our residents benefit from the wide variety of choices offered by our three unique campuses, but each campus provides the same convenient services and amenities. Like the others, The Woods Campus offers:
- Private Independent Living homes
- Pet-Friendly Living
- Three Dining Venues
- Pool and Fitness Center
- Resident-Managed Library and Country Store
- Raised Garden Beds and Walking Trails
- Hair Salon and Barbershop
- Galleries Featuring Resident Artworks
- Art and Craft Studios
- Wellness Clinic
- Accommodations for Visiting Guests
- Wide Variety of Social, Educational and Outreach Programs
- WiFi Access
At RiverWoods, our residents have unlimited access to multiple levels of care including Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Nursing Care. Our caring professionals are committed to maintaining the highest level of privacy and dignity for all our residents.
What’s Happening at RiverWoods Exeter
Humans of RiverWoods: Sue Fitzgerald
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Twentieth Annual Scholarship Ceremony held at RiverWoods Exeter
RiverWoods Exeter celebrated the importance of education and community during its twentieth annual scholarship ceremony this year, honoring staff members, their family members, and Great [...]
RiverWoods Exeter Earns 5-Star Rating from CMS
June 1, 2026 EXETER, N.H. — RiverWoods Exeter has maintained an overall Five-Star rating in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home [...]