The staff at Bickford of Aurora was very friendly. When I was there I saw residents involved in the activities, and their activities looked like something that I would enjoy. The staff was great and they even gave me recommendations of other places I could go and see. They only had a one-bedroom, but I needed a two-bedroom. The place was clean, the staff was friendly, and the food was really good. They had buses to take people out shopping to the Pumpkin Patch. It was before Christmas and they went and saw the lights. It was really nice. I wanted my parents to go there except they only had one-bedroom apartments. The building was brand new and it seemed to have a very large social area where people could watch TV and socialize. There were always people mingling around. It made the place seem kind of like a home.
Bickford of Aurora
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
8 Reviews
7 South Orchard Road, Aurora, IL 60506
Call
(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Bickford of Aurora
Assisted Living Reviews for Bickford of Aurora
February 11, 2020
I visited this facility
November 22, 2018
I visited this facility
I can't say enough good things about Bickford of Aurora. They're not open yet, but it's wonderful in every way, shape or form. It's small enough that my mother won't get lost in the crowd. There is an abundance of personnel who are all extremely helpful. They have their own chef, who makes everything. We had lunch together, and it was unbelievable, restaurant-quality food. I would give them 5 stars right off the bat. They do puzzles and many different types of crafts, play board games, have someone who comes in to help women and men make jewelry, and do a lot of activities, like charades and other tabletop games where you're face to face with other people and get to know your neighbors.
March 26, 2018
I visited this facility
Bickford of Aurora was very new, nice, and very clean. The woman who took us around was very nice. The facility was great, and my brother-in-law was impressed. The dining area was fine. There were some people sitting watching television. They had a memory care unit, too.
July 17, 2017
I visited this facility
I really liked Bickford of Aurora and they're brand new. The whole Bickford philosophy is very compelling. The family built the business around a daughter who had Alzheimer's and there's a good feel to that. Some of the grandsons are even still involved in running the business. I like that it's all on one level and it's in a U-shape so if a person wanders, they can't really get lost. It's really quite nice and goes around an atrium, which is lovely. The facility is beautiful, meticulous, comfortable, and warm.
November 07, 2016
I visited this facility
Bickford was a little too pricey. They’ve got a chef, and the rooms were sufficient and nice. The staff was fantastic.
Memory Care Reviews for Bickford of Aurora
September 04, 2021
I visited this facility
Bickford of Aurora was beautiful, but it was just too expensive for us. We toured the memory care, and the staff was very friendly and very willing to help with anything we needed. The dining area is very elegant and very nice. When we went there, they were playing bingo with the residents. Some people were playing Uno. Those were the only two things that were going on at the time that we were there. They have a hair salon and a spa. They also take the residents on outings.
June 23, 2021
I visited this facility
We have signed up with Bickford of Aurora. We've already put our deposit and everything down, so we're all set. We drove by a few other providers, but we actually went and physically went in there because it's kind of centrally located for all the family members, it's brand new and they have space available. It was very nice that's why we decided to go with it. They have very nice people. We're going in through memory care, so the room is just a studio. The security was very nice. You go into the main doorway, and they have someone come out and meet you. They checked our temperature, took some information, and then they gave us a tour.
We saw a little exercise area. They showed me where you can get their haircuts, the meet-and-greet area, and the craft area. They showed us a lot of things. We walked through the whole facility. They have a memory songbook that you put together and then they have people come in and talk one-on-one with my mom, they get her out with the group, and they play trivia and other games and things like that if she would like to do that. They had a lot of things that she could pick up on if she wanted.
June 22, 2021
I visited this facility
I toured Bickford of Aurora for my wife, and it cost too much money. They have a good facility, but I cannot afford that place. They were helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. It looked very clean and nice. The room was clean, nice, and adequate.
Costs for Bickford of Aurora
Services and Amenities of Bickford of Aurora
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $4258/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $4258/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
- Dining Extra: Ability To Accommodate A Variety Of Dietary Restrictions And Preparations (I.E. Gluten Restricted, Diabetic, No Added Salt). Restaurant Style Dining
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Spa
- Features Extra: Library, Fitness Room/Gym
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Diet
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
Languages
- English
General
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: None
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Personal Care Assistants
Training Areas
- Memory Care Training
Licenses
- State Licenses: Pending
About Bickford of Aurora
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage. As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings. The options offered too much or too little – none met her needs and nothing felt like home. Since we couldn’t find what we wanted, we decided to create what we needed. Our main desire was to create a place that helped her achieve an equivalent peace and happiness that she had earlier in her life.
We understand that selecting a senior living community for your loved one is one of the toughest decisions that you will ever face. We will work with you to ensure that the transition is as easy and comfortable as possible. Whether your loved one is at home, in the hospital or even in another state, we can work with your hospital, insurance company, and doctor to make your difficult decision easier on you and your family. Aging can be difficult – but we’ve also seen the beauty in aging. Our mother’s happiness inspired us. We created Bickford for her and now we’re devoted to serving yours. We look forward to meeting you soon.
Services
- Personalized Care
- Medication Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Memory Care
- Health Care Coordination
- Dining Experience
- Socialization
- Maintenance Free
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