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I have been for a few years now, I love my room, it has enough space for all of my belongs and a private bathroom. The food is great and we have a large variety and it changes daily. I really like the...
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.
Tanlgewood Manor, a licensed Assisted Living facility, has been “home” to many since opening its doors in 1984. Residents at Tanglewood quickly feel relaxed and comfortable surrounded by folks who make them feel like family, while still enjoying their outside connections to community activities...
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This place is a blessing for families. They are very supportive and take very good care of us and feed us well. Keep us busy with fun things to do.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Living with Alzheimer’s disease can be a challenging, confusing and frightening experience. Familiar surroundings become foreign, daily tasks get muddled and faces of loved ones may become unfamiliar. That’s why Memory Garden strives to foster an environment that promotes our residents’ sense of...
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I tell everyone that I can't imagine a better place or a better staff than the Magnolia House!!I say it is a wonderful place , there is not one bad thing I could say...the staff are amazing, so kind to my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Our Community is a newly renovated assisted living offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located on 3+ acres in a tranquil setting and cozy environment, giving our residents the perfect atmosphere of socialization,...
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The staff and the other residents were very welcoming. They have made a huge difference in my mom's life. We have had the best experience with Brookdale. They worked very hard to make it possible for my mom....
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.
There’s a lot to love here and redefining your independence is just one of them.Here at our assistive living community, we can help you with the little things like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. And we’ll customize your care to fit your specific needs. So...
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My loved one likes the food a lot. We picked this facility, because we have always know about the community, it feels more like a home, and does not feel institutionalized. It doesn't have a smell or odor....
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.
Randolph Manor is a senior care community that offers support for older adults in a home-like setting. Since the 1970's, Randolph Manor has been supporting the residents of Randolph NY and the surrounding towns throughout Cattaraugus County. Licensed for 50 residents, our community prides...
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We just moved my father in to the memory care and the staff is incredible. They are friendly smiling and welcoming. They are paying attention to the treatment plan and the residents. They call everyone by...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Located on a charming 23 acre campus in Fredonia, NY, Fredonia Place provides residents with assisted living while also promoting their independence through a host of support services. When seeking an assisted living environment for your elderly loved one, you want to know that they will have the...
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Cost of assisted living in Thornton, NY

The average cost of senior living in Thornton is $4,977 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $3,937 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornton, NY vs. nearby cities

Thornton, NY
$4,977/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornton, NY vs. the state and national average

Thornton, NY
$4,977/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornton vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,977/mo
$4,977/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Thornton, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,530/mo
Studio
$4,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,175/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Thornton over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thornton, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Thornton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Thornton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Thornton

Randolph Manor

4.4
The level of compassion and understanding of the employees there is wonderful. My dad has a lot of memory issues and they have been so kind to him and helping him to ease his worries. They are not as well-equipped for peoples needing more assistance with memory care at this time as a larger ...
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Tanglewood Manor in Jamestown, NY

5.0
Staff is great and treats us like family/ The food is delicious. Activities are fun and the outings to walmart are my favorite.

The Magnolia in Frewsburg, NY

4.8
I am a resident here and I think it is a great place to live. Everyone is friendly and treats me very well. Housekeeping keeps our home very clean. I feel like I have made my new home here with everyone.

Thornton review score based on 97 family reviews

9.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 97 reviews of 6 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

9.4
Thornton, NY6 facilities
9.8
Sinclairville, NY6 facilities
9.2
South Dayton, NY12 facilities

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 97 reviews of 6 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.
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Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.9
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.7
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
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4.6
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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
83.3%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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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.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.4%
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
83.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
83.3%
34.5%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
100%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
83.3%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
100%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
44.8%
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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 New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Thornton protect seniors.

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Tanglewood Manor, Memory Garden and The Magnolia are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thornton, New York. See full list of communities.

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