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Photo of Sunrise of Wilmington
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.2
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59 reviews
7.2
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59 reviews
5 star
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4 star
37%
3 star
17%
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0%
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The staff was fantastic - before, during, and after. The activities were great (an Elvis impersonator!!). The food was good. The facility was clean, but there was a bit of a smell.
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.
Just minutes from the Delaware/Pennsylvania state line, Sunrise of Wilmington is set in the heart of Brandywine Hundred. We pride ourselves in our dedication to creating a quality care alternative for seniors in the North Wilmington area. Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you...
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4 star
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3 star
20%
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We had one little glitch with the head nurse. She wanted to move my loved one into memory care after two weeks, but their admissions director and acting ED said he didn’t need that. So I was able to talk...
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.
The Hickman, a senior living residential and personal care community has been providing excellent care to the residents of Chester County and the surrounding area for over a century. Founded by two Quaker women in 1891, The Hickman is conveniently located in the heart of historic West Chester,...
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5 stars for all questions! Plush Mills is a small facility. Everyone seems to know each other, this being staff included. The dining room with tables for 4 encourages meeting new people without being...
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.
Plush Mills is a great place to live the good life. Big enough to count on. Small enough to care. With only 124 independent living apartments and 34 personalized care suites, Plush Mills is just the right size — large enough to offer a full range of services, yet small enough to provide truly...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Thornbury, PA

The average cost of senior living in Thornbury is $5,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chester Heights, PA with an average of $5,077 per month.

Assisted living costs in Thornbury, PA, vs. nearby cities

Thornbury, PA
$5,148/mo

Assisted living costs in Thornbury, PA, vs. state and national averages

Thornbury, PA
$5,148/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Thornbury, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,148/mo
$5,806/mo

Assisted living costs in Thornbury, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,983/mo
Studio
$5,380/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,094/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,957/mo

Senior living costs in Thornbury vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Thornbury, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThornbury, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,148/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,806/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,510/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Thornbury, PA:$5,148/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Thornbury, PA:$5,806/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Thornbury, PA:$4,510/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Thornbury, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Thornbury and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Thornbury, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Thornbury have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Thornbury, PA$5,481/mo$5,099/mo+7.5%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Thornbury, PA
2024 average cost:$5,481/mo
2023 average cost:$5,099/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thornbury, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Thornbury

Recent reviews for assisted living in Thornbury

Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

5.0
Dave the activity man is such a asset to Artman ,he is really trying to help my Mom and all the residents .He takes a real interest and will find family members and update them on how their loved one is doing .My Mom really likes him ! So glad he is there !

The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA

5.0
They did a good job catering to his food preferences, the staff was super friendly and super with him, care was outstanding. We would most definitely recommend this community to other families.

Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Thornbury review score based on 303 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 303 reviews of 30 Thornbury assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Thornbury review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Thornbury review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Thornbury, PA30 facilities
8.8
8.8
Chester Heights, PA37 facilities

Review subcategories for Thornbury assisted living

When assisted living 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 303 reviews of 30 Thornbury assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thornbury resident and family assisted living 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.
Thornbury, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Thornbury assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornbury assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thornbury, 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 Thornbury assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Thornbury that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thornbury, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
93.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
63.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
93.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Thornbury assisted living

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 Thornbury Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thornbury, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
93.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
73.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thornbury assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Thornbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thornbury, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
63.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
73.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornbury assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Thornbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thornbury, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
70%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornbury assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Thornbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornbury, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
93.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
93.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
76.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
86.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
90%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
86.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
56.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
90%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thornbury

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Thornbury protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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