Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Thornton, CO

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Thornton, CO

Overview of Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overlooking a beautiful neighborhood in Adams County, Thornton, CO, Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care is a luxury senior living community that offers seniors a stunning and comfortable environment for retirement. The community provides residents with premiere assisted living and memory care services, including assistance with daily living activities, specialized cognitive programs, and 24-hour care and supervision. Residents are presented with excellently designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose the ideal residence that matches their needs.

Housekeeping and laundry services are provided to make sure residents’ living spaces stay spotless, comfortable, and safe. Restaurant-style dining featuring nutritious and tasty meals are offered to make sure residents never miss their meals and always eat healthy food choices. Scheduled transportation to appointments, shopping, and cultural events are also offered to make sure residents get to their destination safely, comfortably, and on time. With a vibrant calendar of activities and supportive services, residents have plenty of opportunities and the time to live a fulfilling life.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 176 Rank #19 / 516Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 516 homes we track in Colorado for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Colorado facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Colorado that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
7 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #628 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 628th out of 838 homes we track in Colorado for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Colorado that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
34 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care is administered by Nicole Nehls.

OwnerBslc Thornton, LLC

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesCommunity Activity Calendar available
Specific ProgramsCommunity Activity Calendar
Religious Services

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Inspection History

In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 304 / 377 / 602 / 947 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care

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Address 4.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Thornton's city center to Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Thornton (Bramming Farm)
176
Facility 176
CO AVG 74
Rank #19 / 516
Yes
34
Facility 34
CO AVG 53
Rank #628 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Nicole NehlsBslc Thornton, LLCPrivate pay
Golden Rockies Assisted Living
AL
Thornton
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 74
Rank #464 / 516
No
61
Facility 61
CO AVG 53
Rank #343 / 838
--Marilou BruceGolden Rockies Assisted Living LLCPrivate pay
A Feathered Nest At Thornton
AL
MC
Thornton
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 74
Rank #503 / 516
No
29
Facility 29
CO AVG 53
Rank #683 / 838
Private / Semi-Private Rooms----
Light of Victory Assisted Living
AL
Thornton-No------

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Colorado

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Thornton, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care

What neighborhood is Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care in?

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the Bramming Farm neighborhood of Thornton.

Who is the owner of Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care?

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care is legally operated by Bslc Thornton, LLC, and administered by Nicole Nehls.

Is Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care been in business?

Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care on this page.

Are pets allowed at Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care?

Yes, Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care?

Nicole Nehls is the administrator of Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care.

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