Bethesda Gardens Thornton is an assisted living and memory care community located in Thornton, Colorado. Operated by Bethesda Senior Living Communities, it provides residential care services tailored to seniors who need assistance with daily living and specialized support for those experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. With a secured environment, this facility offers both standard assisted living and memory care accommodations that include 24-hour staff supervision and licensed nursing care. Staff members assist residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating, particularly for those requiring some physical assistance. The facility provides medication management and coordination, diabetes care support, podiatry services, and incontinence care. Hospice care and ambulatory support are also available.

Bethesda Gardens Thornton includes several amenities, such as a fitness center, regular fitness programs, and on-site barber and beauty salon services. Residents have access to laundry and dry cleaning, and the community is English-speaking. The care environment features a secured layout for memory care residents, with an enclosed courtyard to allow for safe outdoor activities. The facility also supports clubs and social communities for resident engagement, and accepts residents with psychiatric needs. Medication management and nursing support are available around the clock, with nurses present 24 hours per day.

For transportation, Bethesda Gardens Thornton provides complimentary services for its residents. This transportation is available for both medical appointments and non-medical outings, supporting residents’ ability to attend necessary healthcare visits and maintain social connections and engagement with the broader community.

Resident and family feedback reflects mixed experiences. Some reviewers report positive outcomes, noting staff who are welcoming, attentive, and compassionate, and mention well-maintained facilities and engaging activities. Management, including the executive director, is routinely acknowledged for adaptability and responsiveness, particularly as leadership has transitioned. However, other reviews raise concerns about care consistency, high staff turnover, communication delays, response to emergencies such as bedbug incidents, and the adequacy of assistance for more dependent residents. Food quality and availability have also been criticized by some families. Employee perspectives are similarly divided, with some describing a supportive, resident-focused workplace, while others mention management challenges and cultural issues among staff. Prospective residents and families are advised to tour the facility, discuss specific care requirements in detail, and maintain ongoing communication with staff and management to ensure needs are consistently met.

As of mid-2024, there have been no significant renovations or developments reported at Bethesda Gardens Thornton.

Costs at this community start at $3,195 and range up to $4,300. The average price in the community is $3,422, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,792. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.