Holiday Thornton Place FAQs

Holiday Thornton Place typically costs between $2,000 to $5,059 per month. Prices vary by apartment size, features and other factors. Residents pay one all-inclusive monthly rate that covers meals, basic utilities, a range of services and amenities and more.

Please note that monthly costs are subject to change. For the most up-to-date pricing information, give the community a call.

Rent at Holiday Thornton Place includes:

• Meals: Three freshly prepared meals, every day
• Amenities: Fitness room, beauty salon, bistro area, walking paths, library and more
• Services: Housekeeping, light linen services, apartment maintenance and more
• Transportation: Scheduled rides to doctor’s appointments, errand and outings in the Topeka area
• Utilities: Electricity, water, basic cable and community Wi-Fi
• Activities: Exercise classes, live music, movie nights, resident socials and more

Three daily meals are included in rent at Holiday Thornton Place in Topeka, KS.

The following utilities are included in rent at Holiday Thornton Place:

• Electricity
• Water
• Basic cable TV
• Community Wi-Fi

No, Holiday Thornton Place does not accept Medicare or Medicaid. The senior living community is private pay only.

Holiday Thornton Place does not directly offer financial aid programs. However, there are a variety of resources available to help older adults cover senior living expenses, such as:

• 401(k)s, IRAs and pensions
• Veteran benefits
• Insurance policies
• Real estate transactions

For more information, view Holiday’s How to Cover Senior Living Costs article, or contact a financial advisor for personalized assistance.

The average cost of independent senior living in Topeka, KS is $3,909 per month. Holiday Thornton Place offers competitive pricing that reflects the comprehensive services and high-quality living experience the community offers.

Holiday Thornton Place is located in Southwest Topeka off SW 29th St – less than half a mile from the Hy-Vee Grocery Store. The senior living community offers convenient access to Shawnee County retail, restaurants, golf courses, museums and more.

Schedule an appointment to visit Holiday Thornton Place at 2901 SW Armstrong Avenue, Topeka, KS 66614.

Holiday Thornton Place is conveniently located near:

• West Ridge Mall: 1.4 miles
• Cypress Ridge Golf Course: 1.4 miles
• Crestview Park: 2.1 miles
• YMCA of Topeka: 2.1 miles
• Felker Park: 2.7 miles
• Burnett's Mound: 3.4 miles
• Kansas Museum of History: 4.1 miles
• Western Hills Golf Club: 4.1 miles
• Topeka Country Club: 4.6 miles
• Gage Park: 5.2 miles
• Stormont Vail Events Center: 5.7 miles
• Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park: 6.5 miles
• Kansas State Capitol: 6.8 miles
• Topeka Zoo: 7.0 miles
• Topeka Performing Arts Center: 7.1 miles
• Ted Ensley Gardens: 8 miles
• Combat Air Museum: 8.9 miles
• Ward-Meade Park: 10 miles
• Lake Shawnee: 11 miles

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place is located near grocery stores in the Topeka area, including:

• Hy-Vee Grocery Store: 0.3 miles
• Dillons: 1.1 miles
• Target: 1.4 miles
• Natural Grocers: 1.6 miles
• Walmart: 2.2 miles
• Aldi: 3.4 miles

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place is located near healthcare facilities in the Topeka area, such as:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus – Urgent Care: 0.6 miles
• Cotton O’Neil Express Care Urish: 0.8 miles
• Topeka ER & Hospital: 1.9 miles
• Stormont Vail Health Emergency and Trauma Center: 6.4 miles
• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus: 6.7 miles

Activities for seniors in Topeka, KS include:

• Crestview Community Center
• Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library
• YMCA of Topeka
• West Ridge Mall
• Kansas Museum of History
• Berkshire Golf Club
• Lake Shawnee
• Gage Park
• Mulvane Art Museum
• B&B Theatres Topeka Wheatfield 9
• Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden
• Topeka Performing Arts Center
• Kossover Tennis Center
• Shawnee Country Club
• Ted Ensley Gardens
• Hughes Pickleball Courts

Topeka, KS is an excellent place for older adults who seek independent living. Topeka offers an array of amenities that independent seniors can enjoy, including museums, parks, shopping centers and performance venues. Independent living communities like Holiday Thornton Place take care of everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning – so seniors can spend their time staying active by shopping at West Ridge Mall, walking the Lake Shawnee Trail, seeing a show at the Topeka Performing Arts Center and more.

Holiday Thornton Place offers a variety of senior living amenities and services, including:

• Outdoor green spaces and walking paths
• Bistro area
• Beauty salon
• Covered parking options
• Library
• Game room
• Large screen TV lounge
• Resident kitchen
• Housekeeping services
• Complimentary scheduled transportation
• Daily exercise classes and fitness equipment
• Instructor-led activities and events
• Maintenance
• Three chef-prepared meals daily

View the full list on the community’s Amenities & Services page.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place allows pets. The community welcomes small pets with certain restrictions. Please contact the community for specific pet policy details.

For a small monthly fee, residents at Holiday Thornton Place can receive a Lively^® Mobile Plus emergency-response device. This device provides peace of mind that in the event of a fall or other emergency, residents can be connected to help with the push of a button.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place offers complimentary transportation services to residents. The community provides scheduled rides to destinations in the Topeka area, including:

• Doctor’s appointments
• Shopping trips
• Places of worship
• Social outings
• Everyday errands

Community vans and buses are wheelchair accessible. Note that the community provides local transportation services only, typically within a 10-mile radius of the community.

Holiday Thornton Place offers studio, one- and two-bedroom senior apartments, along with cottages for enhanced privacy. Visit the community’s Apartments page to explore available floor plans.

Some apartments at Holiday Thornton Place have a full kitchen, while others have a kitchenette. There is also a resident kitchen on-site that can be used for meal preparation. Please see the community’s Apartments page to explore available floor plans and features.

Apartments at Holiday Thornton Place do not have an in-unit washer and dryer. However, there are laundry facilities that residents can use at their convenience.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place has on-site parking – including covered parking options for residents.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place is wheelchair accessible. The community also uses wheelchair-accessible vehicles for outings and scheduled transportation.

Holiday Thornton Place distinguishes itself from other senior living communities through its welcoming atmosphere, robust social calendar and convenient location in Southwest Topeka. Unlike many retirement communities, Holiday Thornton Place offers cottages in addition to traditional senior apartments. This living option provides additional privacy and independence. Plus, the community is newly renovated – meaning residents can enjoy updated spaces designed for comfort, connection and enjoyment.

Through the Engage Life^® program, Holiday Thornton Place offers a full calendar of daily events and activities. Examples include:

• Live music
• Resident socials
• Exercise classes
• Book clubs
• Group outings
• Trivia
• Card games
• Movie nights
• Worship services

Visit the community’s Events page for more information.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place offers daily exercise opportunities. Examples include:

• Yoga
• Walking clubs
• Chair exercises
• Tai Chi
• Total body conditioning
• Cardio and strength-based exercises

View the community’s Events page to learn more.

Holiday Thornton Place provides three freshly prepared meals per day. Meals are included in the cost of rent.

Residents at Holiday Thornton Place enjoy freshly prepared meals and table service dining. The community’s communal dining room allows residents to socialize and get to know their neighbors. Meanwhile, a private dining room is also available for special events and family visits.

Meals are served three times a day and included in the cost of rent.

While the community does its best to tailor its menus to individual needs and preferences, please discuss any specific dietary requirements with the staff to determine if those needs can be met.

Independent living is designed for older adults who are active and healthy but looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle in a community setting. Independent living residents enjoy daily opportunities to socialize and stay active – with convenient on-site amenities and services that eliminate the need for:

• Yard work
• Home maintenance
• Cooking
• Housekeeping
• Household repairs
• Transportation

Independent living communities like Holiday Thornton Place allow residents to spend less time doing daily chores and more time enjoying their retirement.

Holiday Thornton Place does not provide assisted living. The community is an independent living community only. However, residents are welcome to receive support from third-party care providers. This could include having a personal caregiver assist with certain tasks, or having a physical therapist visit to provide services.

At Holiday Thornton Place, Interim HealthCare is on-site to provide services such as:

• Medication administration
• Diabetic care
• Bathing assistance
• Meal assistance
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy

Please note that all third-party care costs are separate from the cost of rent. Give the community a call to learn more.

Based on individual needs, residents can hire third-party companies to provide assistance such as:

• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech therapy
• Diabetes care
• Grooming
• Bathing
• Medication management

Third-party care services are contracted and paid for separately from rent at Holiday Thornton Place. This means that in the community, residents only pay for the support they need. Plus, it allows residents to pick and choose which caregiving services they receive and which providers they work with.

Interim HealthCare Interim Health is on-site at Holiday Thornton Place to provide services ranging from physical therapy to catheter care. Visit the Care Options page for more information.

If needs change, Holiday Thornton Place residents can hire third-party providers to deliver the precise care services they need. This may include assistance with bathing, grooming, toileting, medication management, physical therapy and more. This model puts residents in control of which care services they pay for and which providers deliver them. 

Holiday Thornton Place has Interim HealthCare on-site to offer care services, including:

• Medication administration
• Diabetic care
• Bathing assistance
• Meal assistance
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy

Note that third-party care services are contracted and paid for separately from rent. View the community’s Care Options page to learn more.

Holiday Thornton Place has robust safety measures in place to ensure the security and well-being of its residents. The senior living community is designed to be accessible and accommodating to residents with mobility issues. Additionally, Holiday has a national emergency response team on standby in the event of disasters like floods, wildfires and severe storms. The community also offers Lively Mobile Plus GPS wearable devices for a small monthly fee. These devices connect residents to 24/7 assistance with the push of a button.

Topeka, KS is considered a safe place for seniors to live. In fact, Topeka was recently named one of the safest places in Kansas for senior living. Holiday Thornton Place, specifically, is located in Southwest Topeka, which is considered one of the safer and more desirable areas in the city.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place offers both weekday and weekend tours.

Yes, Holiday Thornton Place can arrange virtual tours for prospective residents or family members who are out of town or unable to visit in-person.

When you take a tour of Holiday Thornton Place, you can expect to:

• Speak with a staff member about your needs
• Ask any questions you may have
• Walk around the community
• Learn about the amenities, social activities and features of the community
• Discuss details like pricing, availability and any current promotional offers

Learn more about What To Expect When You Tour a Holiday by Atria Community.

Leases at Holiday Thornton Place are typically month-to-month. Unlike some senior living communities, Holiday Thornton Place offers residents flexibility and the option to avoid long-term contracts.

Yes, short-term or seasonal stays are available at Holiday Thornton Place. Short-term stays are often a great way to try out independent living without making a long-term commitment. Give the community a call to learn more about short-term stay options.

No, Holiday Thornton Place does not require a buy-in fee. This helps make Holiday more accessible than other retirement communities that require a sizable buy-in or entrance fee.

Holiday Thornton Place accepts various forms of payment, including:

• Automated clearing house (direct deposit)
• Debit cards
• All major credit cards

For convenience, residents can set up automatic, secure online payments. Please note that credit card payments may incur a small processing fee.