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10 Best Nursing Homes in Thornton, TX
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Thornton nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Thornton, TX may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Thornton or another care type is right for you. Browse 72 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Thornton.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bremond, Hammond and Tidwell Prairie.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Thornton, TX
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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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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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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 nursing homes in Thornton, TX
The average cost of senior living in Thornton is $4,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buffalo, TX with an average of $3,628 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thornton, TX vs. nearby cities
Thornton, TX
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thornton, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Thornton
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Thornton
Stoney Brook of Hewitt
4.9
We were very fond of Stoney Brook right away, even though our loved one was not there for very long we were very impressed. They are a small enough community to where the residents will get more one on one care. Overall our loved one was pleased with the meals and dining, and we were pleased ...
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The Blake at Waco
5.0
Our experience at The Blake at Waco has been absolutely fabulous. They have done a wonderful job with my mother. The thing that sticks out most to me is the staff , they are just so caring. The room sizes are wonderful, my mother is in memory care and she has a very large room and bathroom. The ...
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Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, TX
5.0
Mother has been a resident here for eleven years. The staff is doing a good job. The director and activities coordinator go above and beyond to help residents stay active and involved. The nurse addresses the healthcare needs. Maintenance is very helpful.
Thornton nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornton nursing homes 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 nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Thornton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thornton, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
55.2%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
55.2%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
55.2%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Thornton nursing homes
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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thornton, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.9%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
1.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thornton nursing homes
Nursing homes 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, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornton nursing homes
Our nursing homes 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, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornton nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Thornton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornton, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
0.4%
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Arbor House of Waco, Brookdale Lakeshore and The Delaney at Lake Waco are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Thornton, Texas. See full list of communities.
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