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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Thornton, RI

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Warwick, Cumberland and Taunton.

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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.
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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, 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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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.
Photo of Winslow Gardens
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
Photo of Jeanne Jugan Residence
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, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to Bella Villa, a small affordable family operated private independent and assisted living facility. Bella Villa accepts individuals that are 50 years of age or older, or disabled. Our staff is highly experienced, courteous, respectful, and are available 24/7 for your personal assistance...
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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.
Photo of Summer Villa
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.
Summer VillaSummer Villa is an assisted living community located in Coventry, RI. Coventry, which is situated just west of West Warwick, is home to more than a dozen historic villages. The town’s rich history is evidenced in its beautiful 18th and 19th century homes, farmhouses, churches and...
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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, 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.
Harborhill Place is a senior living residence featuring service-enriched independent and assisted living. It is designed for those who want companionship, special conveniences and a stimulating environment, and for those who need personal assistance with daily living activities now or in the...

Cost of assisted living in Thornton, RI

The average cost of senior living in Thornton is $5,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jackson, RI with an average of $4,832 per month.

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

Thornton, RI
$5,201/mo
$4,933/mo

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

Thornton, RI
$5,201/mo
U.S. national average
$4,587/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,201/mo
$6,165/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,043/mo
Studio
$5,149/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,959/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,219/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thornton, RI

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

The Bridge at Cherry Hill in Johnston, RI

5.0
THE BEST PLACE EVER... awesome! 5 on all!!! They gave [name removed] so accommodating and bend over backwards to help in every way. Honestly, I couldn't be happier... my aunt is thrilled to be there. My sister and I are just waiting for our time to move into the bridge!

Atria Bay Spring Village in Barrington, RI

4.8
We love that our mother is safe and happy. We always feel welcomed. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Atria Bay Spring Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

Wingate Residences on the East Side in Providence, RI

4.0
The facility is great looking and very clean Seems like there is a lot for the residents to do The dining room is nice but they need to revamp their food

Thornton review score based on 186 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 186 reviews of 35 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

8.9
Thornton, RI35 facilities
8.9
Cranston, RI37 facilities
8.9
Providence, RI34 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 186 reviews of 35 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.
Thornton, RI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
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.
Thornton, RINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.7%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
44.2%
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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.
Thornton, RINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.7%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.8%
11.5%
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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.
Thornton, RINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.6%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
10.8%
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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.
Thornton, RINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
48.7%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.5%
14.7%
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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.
Thornton, RINational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.7%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.7%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
35.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
38.5%
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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 Rhode Island assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Thornton protect seniors.

Learn about Rhode Island Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Lincoln Place, Atria Draper Place and Atria Bay Spring Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thornton, Rhode Island. See full list of communities.

There are 36 assisted living facilities near Thornton, Rhode Island. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Thornton, Rhode Island are Atria Lincoln Place, Atria Draper Place and Atria Bay Spring Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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