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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Thornton, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in Thornton, A Place for Mom can help. With 14 memory care facilities in Thornton, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Thornton incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Thornton memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Thornton, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like New Brighton, Granite Regional Park and Florin Fruitridge Industrial Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Sacramento, Elk Grove and Stockton.
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9.9
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65 reviews
The atmosphere here is amazingly friendly, caring and capable. There are fun and educational activities every day. The basic staff here has been here a long time and they clearly love what they do every day.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Oaks at Inglewood is an assisted living community in Stockton, California. Stockton is a thriving city in north-central California with a rich history dating back to the mid 1850s. Home to the University of the Pacific, Stockton offers residents an abundance of cultural and educational...
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9.8
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31 reviews
5 stars for all of them! Regency Place Senior Living really was a top notch place. The staff were so friendly and really great to work with during our experience.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Regency Place Senior Living offers Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living options. This allows our residents to age in place for as long as they choose. Our staff is committed to providing our residents with the best quality of independent, assisted, and memory care personal care...
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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63 reviews
We were lucky that we had a couple really amazing aides that really cared for my mom while some it just seemed like a job. The value for cost is hard, my parents are being taken care of, fed and safe but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
You deserve to do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community could be right for you. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need when you need it all on...
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9.0
Review score
48 reviews
I recently went to visit my grandmother at balance and noticed how wonderful all the staff is and how great they decorated for Christmas! I would definitely recommend others to check out violence assisted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Balance Assisted Living & Memory Care is the ideal residence for seniors in Lodi, CA to call their home for personalized and customized care.Balance Assisted Living & Memory Care is open for business while adding a secured Memory Care unit and other enhancements throughout the entire...
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55 Floor plans available
9.0
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37 reviews
Staff is great! They make every effort to help residents be comfortable and access all their amenities. The facilities are very very nice. I'm very pleased with that. My mom is 92 and has declining health...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If the time has come to make other living arrangements for your elderly parents, we have the answer. Our beautiful facility in Stockton, CA creates a unique blend of independence and assistance. At The Commons on Thornton, we provide a variety of senior living options tailored to fill...
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8.9
Review score
13 reviews
My father is currently a resident at Bruceville Point Senior Living and the experience has been great. The Memory Care wing is very well managed, with very little staff turnover. The cleanliness and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bruceville Point, a Tenfold Senior Living community in Elk Grove, CA is now licensed and open as of June 6, 2021.This is the second community for Tenfold Senior Living. We first began operation in February, 2017 with the opening of our Folsom, CA community, Prairie City Landing. We are very...
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
25 reviews
The staff guided me through the admissions process, making everything easy. Resident RN's coordinated getting my loved one's bed and wheelchair ordered prior to her arrival. They also synced all the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A Journey of Dignity and GraceNo matter where your loved one is on life’s journey, we know it is never easy to transition their care to someone else. Providing your family member with quality care and daily encouragement is not something we take lightly here at our memory care community in Lodi,...
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8.0
Review score
21 reviews
Inviting and encouraging environment, supportive of individual interests and community activities ! Beautiful dining areas, reading library and TV lounges! Primary care staff and support personnel are always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Commons at Elk Grove residents enjoy private, spacious studio, one and two- bedroom suites surrounded by their own furniture and personal treasures. A place to call their own. Our residents also find an array of choices the stay physically and mentally challenged. Enriching social programs...
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8.0
Review score
4 reviews
Have you noticed the changes Wagner Heighs made? new paint, furniture and new employees. The place looks amazing, smells amazing and feels amazing. I love calling it home! I recently moved in and I am so...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Wagner Heights Residential Wagner Heights Residential is an assisted living community located about an hour outside of San Francisco, in the city of Stockton, California. Located in the dead center of a heavily populated residential section of the city, Wagner Heights Residential is surrounded by...
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7.9
Review score
41 reviews
The facility is very clean and my interaction with the staff was pleasant and helpful. They were very compassionate and always looked out for the client. Very good experience. I would recommend this facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At the Meadows you'll find good friends, pleasant surroundings and people who care about you! Our philosophy of service excellence includes programs that encourage residents to stay as active and independent as possible, while providing an array of personal support services, as needed. Residents...
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7.8
Review score
15 reviews
I have told friends that it was a very good experience for our family member. She like games and activities & socializing. She likes the other guests and the staff all know here name.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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7.0
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9 reviews
The staff and residents are supportive, empathetic and very friendly! They all made my moms transition from my home to River Fountains easy! Mom loves living there and I love visiting! Many activities!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A licensed independent and assisted living community, River Fountains of Lodi provides seniors with specially designed housing and just the right balance of supportive services and health-related care. Located in Lodi, it is easily accessible from Highway 99 or Interstate 5. Programs and services...
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22 Floor plans available
6.9
Review score
27 reviews
Very friendly staff, food seems very good. The place looks and smells very clean. Communication with the family has been interesting, at times. But overall, we are so much happier where she's at than we were...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Fewer Worries, More LifeWhen it comes to our assisted living residents in Lodi, California, life has never been better. Each resident of our community experiences a full and rich life. Without the hassle and stress of household chores, you are free to do more of the things you love. Whether you...
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44 Floor plans available
6.8
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13 reviews
Everyone is very kind and caring. The activities coordinators are great at encouraging participation. Manager [name removed] and medical director [name removed] are very receptive to comments and...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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This is a very friendly, nicely laid out community. Beautiful dinning and living room area. Big plus for us was the availability of the dinning area. 2 hours for each meal, breakfast, lunch and dinner plus a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Family-owned and involved for more than 25 years, Carlton Senior Living (CSL) is committed to residents’ well-being. Our communities are the foundation for seniors and their families, and our services are the tools they use to live well each day. We offer an array of services to support...
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Beautiful facility with excellent staff and buildings. Extremely clean & everyone is very friendly. Just knowing that you can contact someone who has seen and talked to your family member recently gives...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Living at O'Connor Woods Retirement Community is an engaging, enriching experience! Although our campus is beautiful...filled with century old oak trees, gardens and walking paths...living here is about a lifestyle that most say they wish they had embarked on much earlier. Residents enjoy...
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Cost of memory care in Thornton, CA
The average cost of senior living in Thornton is $4,463 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lathrop, CA with an average of $4,370 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Thornton, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Thornton
Recent reviews for memory care in Thornton
The Commons at Elk Grove
4.5
The Commons is a very nice place to live and the people are very kind and caring.
The level of care can be altered depending upon need.
I am very pleased with this place.
Chateau On Capitol Avenue in Sacramento, CA
5.0
My 91 year old mother has been at Chateau on Capitol Ave. for about six months and has adapted well. She has made many new friends and is enjoying life there. The staff are very attentive and I'm impressed that every staff member calls her by name. It is a personal touch that I find endearing. ...
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Sunny Place of Stockton
4.5
Our grandmother has been here since 2020 & our family has been so grateful for the care, cleanliness, & friendliness of the caretakers. The daily activities and routine provides our grandmother with just enough exercise and social activity while ensuring us that her safety & well being is of ...
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Thornton review score based on 77 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 77 reviews of 14 Thornton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Thornton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Review subcategories for Thornton memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 77 reviews of 14 Thornton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Thornton resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Thornton, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Thornton memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thornton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Thornton memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Thornton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thornton, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
92.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
92.9%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Thornton memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Thornton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thornton, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
92.9%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
71.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.6%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
42.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thornton memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Thornton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thornton, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
92.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.9%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornton memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Thornton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thornton, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
78.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
64.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
64.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornton memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Thornton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornton, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
64.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
92.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
92.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
92.9%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
85.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greenhaven Place, The Oaks at Inglewood and Regency Place Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Thornton, California. See full list of communities.
There are 14 memory care facilities near Thornton, California. See the full list.
The 14 memory care facilities near you in Thornton, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Thornton, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Thornton, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Thornton, California ranges from $550 to $40000. The average Memory Care cost in Thornton, California is $4,463. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Thornton, California typically starts at $550. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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