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The cost of independent living in Thornhill is about $4,613 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 149 options. Read 2852 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With its desirable proximity to Prince William Parkway, River Run Senior Apartment Community affords adults 55+ and 62+ convenient, carefree retirement living. River Run is just minutes from the Occoquan River and regional parks, Occoquan Mill House Museum, Chinn Recreation Center and Woodbridge...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Marshall Manor provides gracious Assisted Living in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In a beautifully designed setting, our program places its emphasis on hospitality and quality of life, while offering a full range of amenities and services. Our Special Needs Program is for moderate to...
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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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Willow Estates has been wonderful! The food is excellent and it's very clean. They are limited in the amount of staff they can hire. They are very quick with their response if I have a request or a concern....
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.
     Willow Estates Retirement is a beautifully designed facility located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer pleasant furnishings featuring a home type atmosphere. We are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services to provide levels of care from...
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Cost of independent living in Thornhill, VA

The average cost of senior living in Thornhill is $4,613 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,809 per month.

Independent living costs in Thornhill, VA, vs. nearby cities

Thornhill, VA
$4,613/mo
$4,669/mo
$5,243/mo

Independent living costs in Thornhill, VA, vs. state and national averages

Thornhill, VA
$4,613/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Thornhill, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,688/mo
Independent Living
$4,613/mo

Independent living costs in Thornhill, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,105/mo
Studio
$6,037/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,156/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,281/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,325/mo

Senior living costs in Thornhill vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Thornhill, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThornhill, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,613/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$5,602/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,688/mo$5,458/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Thornhill, VA:$4,613/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Thornhill, VA:$5,602/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Thornhill, VA:$5,688/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Thornhill, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Thornhill and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Thornhill, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Thornhill have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Thornhill, VA$3,838/mo$3,483/mo+10.2%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Thornhill, VA
2024 average cost:$3,838/mo
2023 average cost:$3,483/mo
Percent change:+10.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Thornhill

Recent reviews for independent living in Thornhill

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse meal options and quality food. Several reviews from Harmony at Falls Run, The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, and Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living highlight the importance of quality meals in their loved ones' experiences at their communities. They praise the variety of options and ...
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Engaging and responsive staff. Reviews from Legacy at Imperial Village, The Barclay at Tuckahoe, and Everleigh Short Pump mention the friendliness and helpfulness of staff members at their communities. They appreciate the attentiveness and kindness of the staff, making a significant difference in their loved ones' lives ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents and families at The Barclay at Charlottesville, Chancellor's Village, and The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community express their satisfaction with the warm and inviting atmosphere of their communities. They enjoy the social opportunities and the sense of belonging that comes fro ...
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Well-maintained facilities and living spaces. Reviews from Legacy at Imperial Village, Aspire at West End, and The Barclay at Charlottesville emphasize the importance of well-maintained facilities and living spaces in ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for their loved ones. They appreciate the attention to detail and the ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Several families, including those at Aspire at West End, The Barclay at Tuckahoe, and The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, express the importance of clear and consistent communication between staff and families. They appreciate being kept informed about their ...
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Active and varied activities program. Reviews from The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, The Barclay at Charlottesville, and Chesterfield Heights highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents, particularly those with mobility limitations. They appreciate the variety of options and t ...
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Thornhill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thornhill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thornhill, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thornhill independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Thornhill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thornhill, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Thornhill independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Thornhill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thornhill, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thornhill independent 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 independent living communities in Thornhill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thornhill, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
46.4%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Jubilation and Aspire at West End are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thornhill, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 149 independent living facilities near Thornhill, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Thornhill, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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