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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Thorn, CA
The cost of independent living in Thorn is about $3,186 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 277 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Hesperia, Apple Valley and Silver Lakes.
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66 Floor plans available
9.8
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69 reviews
Only thing I can say. The rates keep going up, it's getting a little expensive to stay there now. Hopefully, it'll work out. my dad like staying there. Staff is great, really good to my dad
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.
Located in Victorville, just 70 miles northeast of Los Angeles in the High Dessert, Sterling Inn is a blended community offering Independent and Assisted Living. This setting provides a continuum of care that may allow residents to age in place in their familiar surroundings. Comfort and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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51 reviews
Sierra Vista is a very nice place to stay. The staff is very helpful and the facility is very clean and orderly and everybody is always willing to help whatever you need done. I would highly recommend Sierra...
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.
Located in the thriving High Desert community of Victorville, California, Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living is close to major shopping malls, three hospitals and the best medical offices and...
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care
11825 Apple Valley Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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70 reviews
I would say I felt very at home and confident that my mom was being taken care of with friendly care workers and med-techs. People in the offices were very helpful and friendly and took the time with you....
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.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living is located at the southern edge of the Mojave Desert, with views of both the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains. We enjoy close to perfect weather year-round and are conveniently nearby by many shops, restaurants and parks.Our community's...
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9.1
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49 reviews
Being that my mother in law doesn't know a stranger she is very happy with her independent living experience at Solstice. We picked this community because it was close to family. Great staff. They care about...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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28 reviews
I would recommend the independent living to a friend or any person that asked. I have referred two people. Very peaceful area clean and office personnel are very welcoming, pleasant and informative.
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.
Foremost Senior Campus assisted living community located in Hesperia, San Bernardino County, California provides a caring environment for seniors who are looking for memory care services and a safe place to call home. Hesperia has much to offer to residents and visitors, including its own...
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Our experience here was excellent, they were outstanding at everything. Although my dad was bedridden, they encouraged him to do PT. The staff were very committed to what they were doing, it was not just a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Thorn, CA
The average cost of senior living in Thorn is $3,186 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Yucaipa, CA with an average of $2,900 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Thorn
Recent reviews for independent living in Thorn
Knolls West Convalescent Hospital in Victorville, CA
4.3
My mother-in-law was there for rehab. I though the care was good. She's kind of a hypochondriac but my wife thought the care was good too. It was all very good, I thought. It was clean. They had activities for the people if the wanted to take part. She took part a couple and I think she enjoyed ...
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Parkside Senior Apartments in San Bernardino, CA
5.0
I love how they are structured. Everyone is nice and great. Thank god I am able to get treated. Thank you for helping the needy.
Light's Rancho Linda in San Bernardino, CA
5.0
Lights Racho Linda is a place to call home. The owners love you like family. The staff is warm and personal. My hubby saw is after we placed my ex Mother n law there; yes ex Mother n law. He said, "wow, what a hidden gem." He said, "When we get old can we stay here"? My mom love it the food is ...
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Thorn independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thorn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thorn, 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 Thorn 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 Thorn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thorn, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Thorn 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 Thorn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thorn, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thorn 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 Thorn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thorn, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Villas At San Bernardino, Sterling Inn and Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thorn, California. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Thorn, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Thorn, California is Whispering Winds of Apple Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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