The Retreat at Church Ranch
10190 Wadsworth Blvd, Westminster, CO, 80021
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The very best - look no more. ..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities help seniors who are generally healthy and active stay independent for longer by providing a safe, home-like environment where they can receive assistance with personal care, housekeeping, meals and the activities of daily living. These services are aimed at seniors who struggle to remain in their own homes but don’t require full-time nursing home care. Thornton seniors can expect to pay $4,850 per month for assisted living, $275 a month more than the state average.
This guide explores assisted living and other senior care options in Thornton. Also, it provides some links to services that help seniors access support and information to help them choose their care options.
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10190 Wadsworth Blvd, Westminster, CO, 80021
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The very best - look no more. ..."
READ MORE6435 Garrison Street, Arvada, CO, 80004
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Applewood Our House - Arvada is going to fit real well for my wife. It was very clean, very neat, and very well organized. Everybody there was happy, and they had all kinds of activities. They cooked the food right on the premises, and they had a nic..."
READ MORE6445 Saulsbury Court, Arvada, CO, 80003
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I very much like Jaxpointe Assisted Living because they don't have more than eight residents. It is a house with three bathrooms, a big living room, a big kitchen, dining room, and five bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms are shared, and mom is in one of t..."
READ MORE451 Malley Dr, Northglenn, CO, 80233
3.5
(15 reviews)
"I can say that the staff genuinely care for the people living there. I never had to question whether or not things got done, whether that be from management, or care staff to houskeepers, and kitchen staff. The food was great and the atmosphere was h..."
READ MORE7425 Xavier St, Westminster, CO, 80030
3.5
(12 reviews)
"We have my friend in Arbors of San Marino, and she seems to be adjusting reasonably well. As far as we know, they are meeting her needs. I really think we're going to be taken care of. The staff members are incredible and very, very accommodating. Th..."
READ MORE2800/2850 Columbine Road, Denver, CO, 80221
3.7
(6 reviews)
"I liked everything I saw at Marycrest and it was very bright when you walked in. It was airy and there were windows and skylights. The hallway looked nice and I liked the rooms. The rooms have a kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator and a sink..."
READ MORE9221 WADSWORTH PARKWAY, Westminster, CO, 80021
3.3
(8 reviews)
"I visited Covenant Village. It was excellent and beautiful, but my mother would not qualify to live there. The rooms were very nice, very clean, and laid out well for the seniors. I saw the activity room, but there was no activity going on. I saw the..."
READ MORE2875 W 33RD AVENUE, Denver, CO, 80211
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The physical aspects of the facility where unimpressive. The building is very old, and sections of the building looked rather run down. Appearance was unimpressive. However, the staff more than made up for what the building lacked. They were truly l..."
READ MORE11255 - 11275 Grant Drive, Northglenn, CO, 80233
3.4
(5 reviews)
"Sunnyslope Estate was very clean and very nicely set-up. The price was very nice. It was no more than what I'm getting now. I met with the owner of Sunnyslope Estate, and he was very nice. They take the residents on outings too. However, it's almost ..."
READ MORE6725 West 65th Avenue, Arvada, CO, 80003
3.0
(2 reviews)
"Mountainview was very nice. It had apartments and assisted living. There weren't meals for independent, only assisted living. The staff was very nice...."
READ MORE3289 GROVE ST, Denver, CO, 80211
8154 Downing Drive, Denver, CO, 80229
"Kraft Home is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seniors who n..."
READ MOREIn Colorado, assisted living facilities are regulated by the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division. Facilities are required to meet certain standards regarding staffing, care provided, health and safety and other issues. Facilities may be subject to regular inspections to ensure they are operating in compliance with state requirements.
According to the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Thornton is $4,850. This is above the state average of $4,575 and the national average of $4,300.
Assisted living in Thornton is more expensive than most other parts of Colorado. Greely is the most affordable city in the state, with fees of $3,515 per month. Nearby Fort Collins also has comparatively low fees, at $4,118. To the east in Grand Junction, fees are $3,995, and to the south in Pueblo, costs are similar at $3,900.
Thornton
$4,850
Colorado
$4,575
The United States
$4,300
Fort Collins
$4,118
Greely
$3,515
Pueblo
$3,900
Grand Junction
$3,995
Assisted living is one of many care options available in Thornton. Seniors who require only limited daytime care may find adult day health care a suitable option, costing just $1,625 per month. Homemaker services and home health aides deliver services in the senior’s own home, each for an average of $5,720 per month. Nursing home facilities charge the highest fees, at $9,064 for a semiprivate room or $10,139 for a private room.
Homemaker Services
$5,720
Home Health Aide
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living Facility
$4,850
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,064
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,139
Colorado provides Thornton residents with two waiver programs to support seniors in paying for their care in assisted living facilities: the Supported Living Services Waiver and the Elderly, Blind and Disabled Waiver.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Colorado page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page.
There are many free resources available for seniors living in or considering moving to Thornton. Nonprofit organizations and local government agencies both offer various services, information and support to help seniors retain their independence and access the care they need.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Adams County Aging Network | (303) 818-7232 | The Adams County Aging Network is a collection of community organizations that work with seniors in the local area. Together, they provide a voice for seniors and their caregivers, help older adults stay engaged in the local community and deliver services to support seniors in retaining as much independence as possible. It hosts regular meetings to bring seniors and service providers together and has a large network of resources to help seniors with varying needs. |
DRCOG Area Agency on Aging | (303) 480-6700 | The Denver Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging serves those aged 60 and over in Denver and the surrounding areas. It provides various services, including help with long-term care, transportation, legal services and recreation. The agency also maintains a directory of other support organizations and service providers, which can be accessed online. |
Adams County Veterans Services Office | (720) 523-2772 | The Veterans Services Office for Adams County helps veterans and their widows or dependents to access benefits from the Veterans Administration. It can assist with service-connected disability benefits, compensation claims, survivor’s benefits and other financial aid. The VSO is trained to assist veterans with completing claim forms and also appealing if a benefits claim is denied. These services are provided at no charge. |
Thornton-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page for more information about these laws.
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ugly plaace
1
Review of The Villas at Sunny Acres
rooms are too hot no hot water staff is never around.so if your falling they cant help so they let you fall.Food is gross no micro in rooms or in kitchen if you need to heat up real food were they...
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solis-family
1
Review of The Villas at Sunny Acres
We went to visit a senior friend at this place and the entire building was 95 degrees, stifling. Our friend was over medicated, not eating and had untreated UTI. We had her moved and she was taken...
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Debbie
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Review of Bonaventure of Thornton
Bonaventure of Thornton is absolutely stunning. The people are fabulous. Everything that they've got set up is gorgeous. I like the fact that they have senior living, assisted living, and memory...