Bickford of Burlington offers a warm, welcoming environment designed to feel like home for seniors seeking assisted living and memory care. Emphasizing a higher, more holistic standard of senior care, the community champions a proactive approach that nurtures wellness, connection, and meaningful daily experiences. The environment is intimate and engaging, specifically arranged for those with dementia or Alzheimer’s, with spaces such as the Mary B’s living room, which features higher chairs and sofas to make it easier for residents to sit and stand. Mary B’s country kitchen helps evoke a sense of home and reconnects residents with past life skills. The secure courtyard, with a single entrance, allows safe outdoor experiences for residents with memory care needs.
The leadership team at Bickford of Burlington is comprised of Cassandra Miller as Executive Director, Dakota Blodgett acting as Family Advocate, and Ashley Melvin leading as the Health & Wellness Director. Their combined dedication creates a nurturing atmosphere where residents and their families can feel supported throughout the aging journey. Personalized assistance is at the heart of care provided, which ranges from meal preparation and medication management to help with daily grooming—all tailored to honor each resident’s dignity and independence.
Life at Bickford of Burlington is vibrant and filled with engaging events and activities that keep residents energized and socially connected. Popular ongoing traditions include regular Bingo afternoons twice a week, festive holiday celebrations like Mother’s Day and Easter, as well as unique experiences such as Kentucky Derby Day and visits from Barnyard Discoveries, where residents have the joy of interacting with miniature farm animals. These events foster genuine friendships, new and old, with moments spent over coffee, during creative crafts, and on scenic bus rides to beautiful local spots like Lake Geode.
Bickford of Burlington’s inviting spaces are designed to maximize comfort and encourage community, from mingling and conversing in the bistro to enjoying restaurant-style meals together in the dining room. Residents can read in the cozy living room, play cards in the activity room, receive pampering from the in-house stylist in the salon, and relax in a whirlpool bathtub crafted for spa-like enjoyment. The sunroom offers serene views of the outdoors, while the secure courtyard allows everyone to enjoy sunshine and fresh air in safety. Through every thoughtfully planned detail and activity, Bickford of Burlington strives to create an uplifting place where seniors not only receive support but continue to thrive in a loving, joyful community.