Welcome to Thornton Place, an independent living community located in Topeka, Kansas.
Located in the heart of the Midwest in Topeka, Kansas, Thornton Place offers award-winning independent living and comprehensive care courtesy of holiday retirement living.
At Thornton Place, residents get access to a wide variety of services and amenities during their stay, including:
- Laundry facilities on-site
- Convenient walking paths
- Private dining space
- Lounging spaces
- Exercise room with fitness equipment
- On-site game room
- Parking available
- Outdoor gardens and grounds
- Multi-purpose room
- WiFi available in the common areas
- Life enrichment programming
- Library
- Internet access and on-site computers
- Billiard Lounge with Pool Tables
- Fireplace in the common area
- Kitchens for resident-use
- Restaurant-style dining options
- Spacious patio
- On-site worship facilities
- On-site beautician services
Dining options at Thornton Place are designed to help residents access nutritious, filling meals up to three times per day, featuring tasty recipes like:
- White Cranberry Cashew Truffles
- Beef Tenderloin on mint and fava bean puree
- Sausage and Mussels with Garlic Lemon Sauce
- Homemade Gnocchi
- Breakfast Casserole
- Family-style lobster stuffed mushrooms
- Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp with Tomato Cucumber Salad
- Irish beef stew
- Pumpkin spice ravioli
- Crab Salad
- Smoked Turkey
Topeka is one of the largest cities in Kansas, offering many conveniences and resources like medical services at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, and world-class shopping at the Westridge Mall.
Throughout Topeka, families will find plenty of exciting things to do, including exciting outdoor attractions for warm afternoons and Messi indoor destinations like:
Thornton Place gives residents scheduled transportation options to get around Topeka at no extra charge, helping them see doctors and run errands stress-free.
At Thornton Place, residents get access to a wide variety of was enrichment programming opportunities with their monthly fee, including a daily events and activities like:
- Shuffleboard
- Resident Appreciation DInners
- Karaoke and sing-a-longs
- Mindful Movement
- Fitness classes and activities
- Sit-down aerobics
- Board games
- Ice cream social events
- Knitting and crocheting classes
- Group outings to malls, concerts, points of interest, and more
- Raffles
- Hymnal choir
- Trivia
- Billiards
- Current events conversations
Thornton Place offers many apartment homes for families to choose from when they move in, creating options that are suitable for many budgets and lifestyles. Popular in-unit amenities at Thornton Place include:
- Emergency response tools and services
- Cable TV hookups
- Wheelchair-accessible units available
- All-inclusive utilities
- Soft carpet and window treatments
- Heating and air conditioning
- Attached patios/balconies (in select units)
- In-unit kitchen spaces
- Private units
- Telephone hookups
Floor plans include:
- Studio (Starting at 325 sq ft)
- One-bedroom (Starting at 538 sq ft)
- Two-bedroom (Starting at 901 sq ft)
With so much to offer, there are many reasons families consider Thornton Place for independent living in the Topeka area. According to residents and their families, Thornton Place is a great place for retirement living because:
- The staff are kind and attentive, assisting quickly when requested
- The common areas are spacious and comfortable, always kept clean by the attentive staff
- The meals are delicious and filling, often exceeding new residents’ expectations
- The outdoor grounds are easy to navigate and make for a perfect place to take in the sun during spring and summer months
To get a better idea of everything Thornton Place provides, families are welcome to tour the community for free. To schedule a tour of Thornton Place, please use the link above and choose an available appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Thornton Place located?
Thornton Place is located at:
2901 SW Armstrong Ave
Topeka, KS 66614
Q: What care services and amenities does Thornton Place provide?
As a Holiday Retirement community, Thornton Place offers many exciting services and amenities designed to maximize residents’ daily convenience, including:
- On-site restaurant-style dining
- Linen services and laundry facilities
- Access to 24/7 emergency response services
- Scheduled transportation options
- Weekly housekeeping and linen care
- Free parking (for residents and their guests)
- Life enrichment programming
- Inclusive utilities
To get more detailed information about the many services and amenities residents enjoy at Thornton Place, please use the link above to make an inquiry.
Q: What levels of care does Thornton Place provide?
Thornton Place offers independent living on campus at their beautiful, updated community.
The independent living program is designed to help residents maximize each day with total freedom and independence, giving them the conveniences they need to enjoy engaged, maintenance-free living. If residents need personal care, memory care, or skilled nursing care, they may arrange it with a third-party provider.
To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry.
Q: How much does Thornton Place cost?
Each resident’s monthly fees at Thornton Place will depend on the apartment of their choosing. Rates vary for each unit according to its size and layout, giving residents a diverse range of homes to choose from when they move in. There are apartments available to fit all lifestyles and budgets.
To get a personalized quote for Thornton Place based on the most recent pricing, please use the “Get Pricing” link above.
Q: Is Thornton Place pet-friendly?
Pets are welcome at Thornton Place. The community allows pets that comply with their rules and regulations, as long as their owners can give them adequate daily care. For more information about the pet policy Thornton Place, please use the link above to make an inquiry.
Q: Do the residents seem active and engaged at Thornton Place?
Thornton Place is committed to helping residents stay active and feel engaged during their stay, offering daily living enrichment programming designed to pique their interests and encourage community involvement.
To learn more about life enrichment at Thornton Place, please use the link above to make an inquiry.
There are two hospitals within 25 miles of Thornton Place, Stormont Vail Hospital which is 4.6 miles away, and St Francis Health Center Inc, which is 4.8 miles away.
Some of the key amenities available at Thornton Place are:
- Pet Friendly
- Activity Center
- Outdoor Areas
- Parking
