Bickford of Oswego was very nice. You could tell that it was an older building, but the staff was very friendly. After I went to look at the place I took my brother to look and then my folks, and every time the staff members remembered my name. I like them because they're like a family, but they only had one-bedroom apartments. It was close to golf courses, they had exercising, craft rooms, and they do sing-alongs. Because this community is a lot smaller than other places they can get people involved. Instead of people being off to the side just watching, they can actually bring people in to sing and so on. The only reason I won't give them the highest score is because it's an old building.
3712 Grove Road, Oswego, IL 60543
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Reviews of Bickford of Oswego
Assisted Living Reviews for Bickford of Oswego
February 11, 2020
I visited this facility
March 27, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I stayed at the Bickford of Oswego for respite care. I was not impressed with the place because they used room heating and air conditioning units, and I couldn’t stand the noise. I had a terrible stay there.
It was small. The dining room was fairly pleasant. The activities room was almost nil. The printer they had for the residents did not have any ink. Neither did the activities’ computer have any ink.
The people seemed fairly happy. There were one or two people in the activity room doing something. I used to go to the activity room, but there was very rarely anyone there including the activities director. The food, I think, was OK.
February 13, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
My mother has been a resident here for a few years. She came for respite care after a surgery and decided to stay. She loves it and has flourished here. She is now in her late 80s and I don't believe she would be in such good shape if she had remained at her home. The staff has become her family and they treat her, and all of the other residents, with TLC. The staff have become our friends and we trust them completely.
There are many activities including daily morning exercises (most are done sitting down), games with prizes, movie nights, weekly shopping trips to Walmart, Walgreens, etc., outings in the Bickford bus to see Christmas lights, or to the local zoo, or local restaurants for lunch, and have even been in local parades. Mom especially loves when the kids from the middle school next door walk over and interact with the residents. They ask questions, practice reading, or play games with them. There are many local groups that come in and entertain the residents.
When she is sick, the nurses call us and tell us everything that is going on. They assist her when she needs it, but respect her privacy. We feel very comfortable knowing that Mom is in a safe, clean, warm environmental.
February 13, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
I am very pleased with the care that my wife has received at the Bickford in Oswego. She is much more relaxed, alert, and content than she was before I took her there. In the numerous times I have been there to visit my wife, all of the staff members have been pleasant, willing to answer questions, and eager to accommodate my concerns or requests. Those who work at the Bickford know my wife very well. They have even created a "secretary work station" for my wife so she is able to spend time doing the "work" that she believes needs to get done.
February 12, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
Anyone who is entering into this unexpected, not anticipated, "wish it could be different" stage of caring for a loved one I want you to give Bickford a chance to show you how much they truly care, I toured Bickford of Oswego and was greeted with warmth and compassion. I can honestly say that after a year and a half that the feeling is the same. My mom entered Bickford in the assisted living module and was moved, with my consent and agreement, to the memory care unit after six months. I have visited my mom at all hours of the day and night and have never heard a cross word spoken to even the most challenging of residents. The level of care is wonderful.
February 12, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
Bickford of Oswego is a beautiful facility. It is always clean and smells nice. The common areas are nicely furnished, comfortable. Initially, I was afraid my father's room would be a little small, but it has turned out to be exactly the right amount of space for him. He doesn't need any more than what he has. The bathrooms are a nice size with large walk in showers.
The staff at Bickford of Oswego has welcomed my father with open arms. Everyone (staff and residents) are always smiling, friendly, and welcoming. My dad is well taken care of, in fact he looks great! He loves the nurses, CNAs and other staff (the girls as he calls them.) They are understanding of his memory issues, but allow him as much independence as he can handle. It's nice that they have a flexible care continuum that allows each resident to get exactly the assistance they need while allowing them to continue to do what they can for themselves too.
Most of all, the staff at Bickford has been a godsend to us as we now can enjoy Dad and be his daughters again instead of caregivers.
It is truly a wonderful place.
September 26, 2014
I am/was a resident of this facility
I was at Bickford of Oswego when my husband was out of town. I think the facility looked pretty pleasant. The dining room is nice and the food seemed acceptable. Their activity room to me seemed non-existent because it was very small and it wouldn’t fit even a church table there. I think they have activities, but not in their activity room. The staff were very obliging in trying to get me in the facility, but they are understaffed.
March 01, 2012
I visited this facility
We really enjoyed our visit to the Bickford assisted living facility. We happened to be in the vicinity looking at other places to consider for our aunt.
The grounds looked well tended and maintained, with plenty of nice shrubs, trees and places to sit to enjoy the outside and have social events with residents and their friends and family.
The décor was quite nice and fresh. They can accommodate most senior circumstances with a variety of living options. We thought it looked as though the staff could easily manage all of the residents, which is important to us. Our aunt has a tendency to wander off at times, so her safety is a concern for us.
The communal areas were nicely designed with easy to access furniture and a comforting decor. There were plenty of nice areas for quiet time as well as socializing with other residents and friends, family and other visitors.
The staff goes out of its way to suggest stimulating things to do - from gardening, to reading, playing games and outings in the community. The variety of activities offered was impressive. Just about any hobby you might have can be accommodated - and more. They take suggestions from residents, friends and family.
The residents are encouraged to enjoy physical activity as much as possible. They may take exercise classes such as yoga and aerobics, or use the weight training and other equipment. They may also enjoy the lovely garden which includes many pathways to safely enjoy in a serene environment.
The living spaces were all a nice size and did not seem cramped. They were also beautifully decorated. We could see that our aunt would be comfortable in any one of them.
We've visited quite a few assisted living facilities and thus far, the staff at this one are some of the most competent and friendly we've met yet. We could really see that the residents are treated with care, kindness and respect so that they are very well cared for at all times.
Memory Care Reviews for Bickford of Oswego
March 07, 2020
I visited this facility
It was the marketing director's birthday when we toured Bickford of Oswego. We spent 2 hours there and it was wonderful. The tour was perfect. The drawback for me was that it's an hour away from me, but it was very homey and cozy. The rooms are small by design because they want the residents to be out and about. The memory care was in the back like in a little circle. It was very nice and I could tell that they want to make the people happy there. They offered to put bird feeders for my dad since he likes to feed birds. Other places can be stark and cold in contrast to this one because they're warm and cozy. I like the wider hallways and it's more open.
October 09, 2019
I visited this facility
Bickford of Oswego was really beautiful. The room that I saw was very simple. It was just like a bed area where you can fit a dresser, with a short walkway to the bathroom. The staff member who gave me the tour was very good. We saw the dining hall and it was very nice. They have a little TV area where people can congregate.
Costs for Bickford of Oswego
Services and Amenities of Bickford of Oswego
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Assisted Living Starting At: $5323/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $5323/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 40
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: None
- Pets: All Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: 5102998
About Bickford of Oswego
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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