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Wayne
4
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March 4, 2023
Bickford of Ames was a nice community, it felt good, but we just felt it was smaller. So, we didn't necessarily care for it that much, and it was more expensive also. And so that was something that I guess turned me off. They showed a one-bedroom, but the square foot I felt was too small compared to the other place. The staff was very friendly, very helpful. We checked out the kitchen and the restaurant there. They looked very good. They didn't have two floors, so there were more people crammed into one area, that's what it felt to me with it being just only one floor.
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About Bickford of Ames in Ames, Iowa
If you think there's not much going on in a senior living community, you've never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever it takes to make sure your loved one is living their best life possible. That includes our nationally recognized HigherPath senior health model. Think of it as your loved one's safety net -- a proactive care team that's all about helping them live happier, healthier -- longer. Oh and did we mention our resident happiness ratings are double the industry average? Get your loved one on the HigherPath Many assisted living facilities seem similar. But Bickford's nationally recognized senior health model is taking the road less traveled and championing a higher standard of senior care. An interdisciplinary care team will ensure your loved one is getting whatever proactive interventions they need to stay on a higher path. On-site primary care High-performing care network Interdisciplinary care meetings Integrated health records Outcome-focused technology Created to care for our family. Devoted to serving yours. Bickford was founded in 1991 to care for our own mother. What started out as a family need has blossomed into our life's work. We're still family-owned and operated today. Support in a home-like environment Your loved one deserves to focus on what matters most -- living the best life possible. Whatever care needs they have, we're here to help. Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen - This isn't institutional food. They'll get three meals a day from our scratch kitchen -- good as home can be. Daily Activities - Choose your fun every day, with options like exercise, guitar sessions, happy hour, and much, much more. Pet Friendly - Know your loved one and their pet are thriving together. We provide assistance with all pet care needs, including feeding, litter box, and outdoor time. Resident Monitoring System - Never worry that mom could end up somewhere unsafe. Transportation Services - Rest easy knowing your loved one can get anywhere they need to go, safely and hassle-free. Medication Management - Twenty different pills per day? No problem. Assistance with Activities of Daily Living - Whatever it takes to give your loved one their dignity, choice, and independence. Maintenance-Free Living - Housekeeping, laundry, home maintenance -- no more! (And yes, we'll even help with the TV remote.) Dementia Programming - All Bickford caregivers consistently receive advanced training in dementia care. Spiritual Care - Most senior living communities rely on volunteers for spiritual care. Not us. We partner with MarketPlace Chaplains to provide reliable, consistent, professional support. Help your loved one age gracefully in 3 easy steps Visit us. Come in for a tour with one of our Family Advocates. We'll start by listening so we can understand your loved one's unique situation. We know what's at stake and we're ready to do whatever it takes. Choose a HigherPath. The status quo isn't good enough. Your loved one deserves better. With our proprietary HigherPath senior health model, we can help your loved one live happier, healthier -- longer. Cherish your time together. These years are meant to be golden. With your loved one living their best life possible, you can savor every moment. Meals, milestones, memories -- enjoy them all. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facility Database
Reviews of Bickford of Ames in Ames, Iowa
4.0
(10 reviews)
Facility
3.8
Staff
3.7
Food
2.0
Activities
4.0
Value
2.0
Lawrence
3
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April 17, 2023
My mother-in-law is at Bickford of Ames. We've been having communication problems with the staff. The food is so-so. The activities provided are good, and the housing is good as well. The physical facilities and maintenance of them are very good, too.
Provider Response
Wayne
4
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March 4, 2023
Bickford of Ames was a nice community, it felt good, but we just felt it was smaller. So, we didn't necessarily care for it that much, and it was more expensive also. And so that was something that I guess turned me off. They showed a one-bedroom, but the square foot I felt was too small compared to the other place. The staff was very friendly, very helpful. We checked out the kitchen and the restaurant there. They looked very good. They didn't have two floors, so there were more people crammed into one area, that's what it felt to me with it being just only one floor.
Provider Response
Darla
5
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November 10, 2022
I was impressed with Bickford of Ames. It was very nice inside. It was decorated nicely with fall decorations, which I think is important for the residents. They made it look like a happy place. Darla was the one who gave me the tour, and she was very, very friendly and knowledgeable. She had been there for years and I enjoyed that. I knew some of the residents there, too, so it was nice to be able to stop and say hi to them. They also had a nice courtyard in the middle and a salon.
Provider Response
Jan
5
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March 9, 2022
My friend will stay in Bickford of Ames. Their prices rose significantly, and we got that somehow corrected. They're very accommodating. They've been very careful with COVID. You always have to wear a mask, and I have always been able to still come in. They were very cautious. They let us know whenever a resident or a person working there had COVID. They got the information out immediately, so I felt very comfortable. Somebody has cut my friend's hair there. They have a bus that takes them on tours. It's one story, and then it has an enclosed courtyard. The one story aspect makes it very appealing, just in case you have mobility issues and there's a fire or anything like that.
Provider Response
Lisa
5
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February 19, 2021
I was very impressed with Bickford of Ames. The rooms are small compared to what my mom has now, but their goal is you don't spend a lot of time in your apartment. They have activities for the residents to do, and they can get out and visit. This is what I'm looking for because my mother is locked in her room right now under quarantine, and at 93-years-old that's not a good thing. The staff was very friendly, the facility was very welcoming, and smelled good. A lot of these places have a smell, but this one looked clean and the residents were clean. They have two TVs, one in the main area and one in the fireplace. They can just get out, visit, and read the paper. The maintenance guy who works there full time gets the guys together and plays the Yahtzee. On the other side of the building some ladies were getting a manicure, and some were sitting on the couch while visiting, and they have activities planned all day. The rooms were really small and Mom won't be able to take much of her furniture that she has, but at the same time she really doesn't need all of that extra stuff. They have a chef there and everything's homemade, so it's doesn't sound like it's industrial.
S. Needly
1
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January 21, 2019
Staff is very unfriendly, facility is locked making it feel very much like a nursing home. Cost to live at Bickford of Ames is very expensive, lady who gave us a tour was not very helpful or knowledgeable.
Jim262507
4
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November 2, 2016
Bickford of Ames is a little more attuned to dementia than what we needed, but it was very clean and very nice. The facilities are clean, nice, and well-kept. The dining room was very clean. The rooms weren't quite as nice, but it was still a very good facility. It's lockdown so people can't just come and go.
Anthony21
5
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October 30, 2015
Bickford of Ames was very nice, but it was smaller, and I needed something a little bigger for my mother. It was a lot more expensive, too. However, the people were very wonderful, kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. The facility was very clean. If it would have been a little bigger, I think that would have been my first pick.
counterkult
4
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October 1, 2012
My great aunt was a resident of this facility for several years, and I was impressed with the cleanliness of the place and how friendly the staff seemed to act. There were plenty of activities for her to take part in, like bingo, classes, and movie night. I asked how my aunt thought the food was and she smiled and told me that it was better than what she had been cooking at home! She seemed to be making friends and having a good time overall. The caretakers on staff were professional and kind to everyone, and made her feel comfortable and taken care of, more than when she was living by herself and taking care of everything by herself. Overall I would recommend this nursing home to anyone with a family member that does not feel comfortable taking care of themselves any longer, the clean, comfortable, friendly environment was ideal for my aunt and really took the pressure off of her. I was incredibly happy with her time there, and visiting was never a problem.
Quinn27
4
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August 28, 2012
My aunt has been a resident of Birksford for over four years and I have been there at least once a year in that time as have many other members of my family. The facilities are top notch and it is a clean, well maintained facility. The room options are nice and have enough space for what they need. They smell good and are well lite. My aunt loves the food and loves the different events and activities that they get to do there. The staff are kind and well trained. They are always nice to my family when we visit and my aunt says that they are wonderful to her. The grounds are nice as well. She is able to go for walks, go to the store, and many other things while there. Anytime she is not feeling well there is someone right there to tend to her needs. I would highly recommend this facility. She also really enjoys use of the community room and the private dining room. They also have a full service beauty shop that she uses all the time. What she loves the most is that when she needed to move into a facility like this that they allow small animals so she was able to bring her cat with her.
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Services and Amenities of Bickford of Ames in Ames, Iowa
Diet & Nutrition
- Diabetic
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Salon Services
Health Services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Reminders
On-Site Services
- Religious Services
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
Pets
- Pets
- No Cats
- No Small Dogs
- No Large Dogs
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
Personal Care
- Cooking services
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Guest Meals
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Literary Activities/Programs
- Educational Activities/Programs
- Music Activities/Programs
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
- Horticultural Activities
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Linen Services
Outside Amenities
- Garden
Room Amenities
- Wifi/Internet In Unit
Kitchen Types
- Kitchenette
Staff Training & Qualifications
- Staff trained in memory care
Financing & Payment Options
- Financial Guidance
- All Inclusive Rent
Guests
- Guest Parking
Languages
- English spoken
Parking Options
- Parking Lot
Specialized Staff
- Nurse on Staff (Part time)
Inside Amenities
- Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
Additional Amenity Information
- Fee Structure: We offer a month-to-month rental
- Technology: Emergency Call System
Costs for Bickford of Ames in Ames, Iowa
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