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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Thornton, RI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Thornton, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Thornton or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Thornton.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Thornton for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 36 assisted living facilities in the Thornton area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Reservoir, Elmwood and Blackstone.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Warwick, Taunton and Providence.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Thornton, RI
The average cost of senior living in Thornton is $5,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, RI with an average of $4,832 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornton, RI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornton, RI vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornton vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Thornton, RI by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Thornton over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thornton, RI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Thornton
Recent reviews for assisted living in Thornton
The Bridge at Cherry Hill in Johnston, RI
5.0
THE BEST PLACE EVER... awesome! 5 on all!!! They gave [name removed] so accommodating and bend over backwards to help in every way. Honestly, I couldn't be happier... my aunt is thrilled to be there. My sister and I are just waiting for our time to move into the bridge!
Brookdale Sakonnet Bay in Tiverton, RI
5.0
We had the privilege's of stay at Brookdale the skilled nursing care level. [Facility removed] assisted in securing a place for us at Brookdale Sakonnet Bay. As we are in our 80's staying at Brookdale made it much easier to spend time with our family member. [Facility removed] was so helpful in ...
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Atria Lincoln Place
4.9
My 94 year old dad spent several months at Atria until his passing in May of 2024. I always felt he was well cared for. The staff was so good to persuade him to participate in the different events they were having and they always made sure he was having a good time. The staff that ...
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Thornton review score based on 200 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 200 reviews of 33 Thornton assisted living 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 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
Thornton review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Thornton 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 200 reviews of 33 Thornton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thornton 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.Thornton, RI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Thornton assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornton assisted living 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 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 Thornton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thornton, RINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Thornton 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 Thornton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thornton, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thornton 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 Thornton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thornton, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
51.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornton 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 Thornton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thornton, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
57.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornton 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 Thornton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornton, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
60.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thornton
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Rhode Island assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Thornton protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Lincoln Place, Atria Draper Place and Smithfield Woods are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thornton, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.
There are 36 assisted living facilities near Thornton, Rhode Island. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Thornton, Rhode Island are Atria Lincoln Place, Atria Draper Place and Smithfield Woods. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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