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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Thornton, CO

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 41 independent living facilities in Thornton, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The activities are mostly geared toward females. The only thing I would like, is to be better connected to public transportation. It's a safe and quiet location, but it can be difficult to get to shopping...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Like living here. My concern is my rent, which I have never complained about lived here for 10 years. So our ssi. checks went up 20 dollars knew our rent would also. but this time mine was raised more then...
Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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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San Marino was exceptional in taking for our mother and also our family. If you are looking for a residence for your loved one, the care and commitment San Marino makes to its residents is wonderful. Our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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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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Our son lives in Harmony. He is almost 40 and has lived here close to ten years. His apartment is lovely with a nice view on the third floor. His room has a new carpet and linoleum floor in the [removed] ...
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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.
Marycrest Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Denver, Colorado. Marycrest is a legacy of the Sisters of St. Francis, providing care and support in a quiet, home-like environment. At Marycrest, we are committed to providing the loving support and...

Cost of independent living in Thornton, CO

The average cost of senior living in Thornton is $4,128 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brighton, CO with an average of $3,995 per month.

Independent living costs in Thornton, CO, vs. nearby cities

Thornton, CO
$4,128/mo

Independent living costs in Thornton, CO, vs. state and national averages

Thornton, CO
$4,128/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Thornton, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,292/mo
Independent Living
$4,128/mo

Independent living costs in Thornton, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,798/mo
Studio
$4,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,295/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,426/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,575/mo

Senior living costs in Thornton 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: Thornton, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThornton, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,128/mo$4,182/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,063/mo$5,050/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,292/mo$5,145/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Thornton, CO:$4,128/mo
Colorado:$4,182/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Thornton, CO:$5,063/mo
Colorado:$5,050/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Thornton, CO:$5,292/mo
Colorado:$5,145/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Thornton, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Thornton 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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Independent living cost trends in Thornton, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Thornton 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
Thornton, CO$3,951/mo$3,578/mo+10.4%
Colorado$3,277/mo$3,262/mo+0.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Thornton, CO
2024 average cost:$3,951/mo
2023 average cost:$3,578/mo
Percent change:+10.4%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,277/mo
2023 average cost:$3,262/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Thornton

Recent reviews for independent living in Thornton

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Westhaven Apartment Homes in Lakewood, CO

4.0
I have moved in to Westhaven Apartment Homes, and I really like it so far. I like that I can still maintain an independent lifestyle here, but that it is also a very active and social retirement facility. The staff is great, and they have a lot of activities like Bingo, movies, crafts, story ...
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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Thornton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornton independent 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 dietary accommodations in Thornton independent living

Independent 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, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornton independent living

Our independent 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, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornton independent 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 independent living communities in Thornton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornton, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.6%
47%
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