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Assisted living costs in Thornwood average about $4,980 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Thornwood. Our detailed directory has 104 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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Photo of Creekside Continuing Care Community
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9.5
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37 reviews
9.5
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37 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
35%
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11%
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Creekside was everything and more for our family. Warm yet professional, they always made us feel welcome and took such good care of my "second mom." I cannot say enough about Creekside. I would like to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
We are pleased to introduce to you Creekside, a Cascades Senior LivingContinuing Care community that offers independent retirement living,assisted living and memory care residents the distinction of living well.Located in the heart of scenic Skagit Valley, our community offers a relaxedand secure...
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Photo of Where the Heart is
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9.0
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50 reviews
9.0
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50 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
22%
3 star
2%
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Unable to rate the activities. My mother died only 1 month after moving in. She was too far gone to take part in any activities. I think for the amount of care my mother needed, they did a very good job. We...
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.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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Photo of Home Place Special Care at Burlington
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8.7
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13 reviews
8.7
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13 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
38%
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0%
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The staff has been great! The level of care and concern and help the office manager with dealing with long-term care insurance has been great! I'd give 5 on all categories except a 4 on cleanliness (at times...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
HomePlace Special Care at Burlington was built in 1998 in the heart of Skagit County. With it's unique home-like setting, HomePlace provides compassionate and skilled Alzheimer's and Dementia care to not only the memory care residents, but also their families and the employees who work with them....
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Birchview is great! My father-in law lives here. Everyone is so helpful and answers all my questions about him. he really likes it here. plenty of activities to keep every one busy and opportunity to meet...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
A family caring for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can experience overwhelming emotional and physical obstacles. At Birchview we strive to provide the finest care for each of our residents – while still maintaining their individuality and dignity.Knowing your loved one’s needs are...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Thornwood, WA

The average cost of senior living in Thornwood is $4,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumas, WA with an average of $4,489 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornwood, WA vs. nearby cities

Thornwood, WA
$4,980/mo
$4,919/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thornwood, WA vs. the state and national average

Thornwood, WA
$4,980/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,980/mo
$5,270/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Thornwood, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,611/mo
Studio
$6,185/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,566/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,353/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Thornwood over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thornwood, WA

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 Thornwood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Thornwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Thornwood

Cordata Court in Bellingham, WA

4.3
My parents have adjusted well to assisted living and like the staff. The place isn't perfect but I feel as if my parents are in good care.

Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon

5.0
The community is just great. They have lots of activities and posted pictures on their Facebook page so we can see them enjoy the activities. They are starting to get folks out of the community and are doing driving trips around town. I would recommend this community to others based on my ...
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Brookdale Stanwood

4.0
So far we have been really pleased with our experience with Brookdale Stanwood. The staff members are very knowledgeable and friendly and if we have any questions or concerns we bring it to their attention and it is answered promptly. Our loved one has been quite pleased with how she has been ...
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Thornwood review score based on 38 family reviews

9.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 5 Thornwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Thornwood 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

Thornwood review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
Thornwood, WA5 facilities
8.7
Sedro-Woolley, WA10 facilities
8.7
Lyman, WA9 facilities

Review subcategories for Thornwood 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 38 reviews of 5 Thornwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thornwood 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.
Thornwood, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Thornwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thornwood, 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 Thornwood 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 Thornwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thornwood, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Thornwood 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 Thornwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thornwood, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
80%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thornwood 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 Thornwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thornwood, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornwood 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 Thornwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thornwood, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
60%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornwood 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 Thornwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornwood, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
60%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thornwood

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 Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Thornwood protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulations

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Creekside Continuing Care Community, Mountain Glen and Brookdale Stanwood are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thornwood, Washington. See full list of communities.

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