
The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Thornton, CO for 2023
There are 23 Memory Care Facilities in the Thornton area, with 4 in Thornton and 19 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Thornton is $6,640 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,354. Cheaper nearby regions include Northglenn with an average starting cost of $4,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 39 reviews below for memory care facilities in Thornton. On average, consumers rate memory care in Thornton 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Thornton, CO
Park Regency Assisted Living and Memo...
Bonaventure of Thornton
The Villas at Sunny Acres
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Thornton
Sunrise of Westminster
Brookdale Arvada
Greenridge Place Memory Care
Northglenn Heights Assisted Living & ...
Villagio of Broomfield
Legend of Broomfield
Assured Senior Living 11 Arvada Blue ...
Gardens Care Senior Living - Camenisc...
Westminster -
Arbor View Senior Living
Applewood Our House - Arvada
Jaxpointe Assisted Living at Saulsbur...
Ashley Manor - Northglenn
Gardens Care Senior Living - Columbin...
Assured Senior Living 12 Arvada Peach...
Assured Senior Living 13 Arvada Green...
Assured Senior Living 14 Arvada Yello...
Assured Senior Living 15 Arvada Rose ...
Assured Senior Living 16 Arvada White...
What to Consider About Memory Care in Thornton
Thornton is a suburb of Denver, Colorado, and is home to more than 118,000 residents. Nearly 10 percent of Thornton's population is aged 65 years or older, many of whom have been diagnosed with dementia, which affects an estimated 71,000 seniors in Colorado.
Those who require residential care for Alzheimer's disease or other dementia disorders can receive such care in the city's single memory care facility, which is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Public Health and Environment. Officially, facilities that provide memory care in Colorado are known as assisted living residences and are subject to the same regulations as those that provide basic assisted living services to seniors.
- The air quality in Thornton and throughout Adams County is fairly good, according to the American Lung Association. That means that the air poses little threat to seniors and those with respiratory illnesses.
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Thornton's winters are cold and snowy. The city gets 45 inches of snow each year, nearly 20 inches more than the national average, and experiences average temperatures in January as low as 18 degrees. When touring memory care facilities, it's a good idea to discuss how the facility prevents seniors with dementia from wandering outdoors, particularly in frigid temperatures.
- While the cost of living in Thornton is 35 percent higher than the average U.S. city, the cost of healthcare is slightly lower than the national average. This may be a consideration for families who have a strict memory care budget.
- The Thornton area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as North Suburban Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in Thornton
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Thornton start around $6,640 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,525 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Thornton and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Thornton
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Colorado page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Thornton
Thornton and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Thornton, please visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.
Directory of Winners in the Thornton Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Thornton
Thornton-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Colorado page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Thornton
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Review of The Villas at Sunny Acres
My mother has moved into The Villas at Sunny Acres. We're very happy with her there. It's been good. They're taking good care of my mom. The people are very friendly. She's in memory care. The staf... Read more
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Review of The Villas at Sunny Acres
My uncle moved into The Villas At Sunny Acres. They are very wonderful. They have a caring staff. They have drawing, coloring, music, prayer, movies, snacks, and walks outside. The residents seem t... Read more
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Review of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Thornton
I liked Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Thornton. The staff who gave me was very friendly. It was a beautiful place. Everything was very clean. The residents seemed very happy. They had a great big ... Read more
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