Bickford of West Lansing is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community designed to help seniors thrive in an environment that truly feels like home. The approach at Bickford of West Lansing focuses on personalized support with daily activities such as meals, grooming, and medication management, meeting each resident’s unique needs. The community is thoughtfully designed, offering intimate and engaging spaces where seniors can enjoy a sense of belonging and comfort while receiving high-quality care.
Residents at Bickford of West Lansing benefit from a wide variety of enriching amenities. The dining room is a central gathering place where meals are shared among friends, fostering a strong sense of community. The bistro serves snacks and beverages around the clock, so residents can always find something to enjoy, no matter the hour. The living room and sitting areas are cozy spaces perfect for reading a good book, enjoying a restful nap, or having conversations with visitors. In Mary B’s living room, the specially-designed sofas and chairs are easy for seniors to get in and out of, supporting independence and comfort for those with mobility challenges.
Bickford of West Lansing places a strong emphasis on wellness and quality of life. The community features a salon, where residents can stop in for a bit of pampering and self-care. In the whirlpool room, soothing hydrotherapy helps to ease achy joints, supporting physical wellbeing. Outdoors, residents can enjoy bird watching, gardening, and barbecuing in a beautifully landscaped courtyard, providing opportunities for both relaxation and social engagement. The Bickford bus, known as HOWIE, is available for community outings, making it easy and fun for residents to stay active and connected to the greater Lansing area.
The surroundings at Bickford of West Lansing are built to foster familiarity, warmth, and individuality. Residents are encouraged to personalize and decorate their apartments to their unique tastes, truly making their living space feel like home. Activities are a key part of daily life, with events such as bingo, indoor golfing, happy hours, high teas, painting sessions, and birthday celebrations bringing joy and variety to everyday routines.
Guided by a dedicated team, including Amy Price as Executive Director, Patreonna Tatum as Family Advocate, and Tammy Fuller as Health & Wellness Director, Bickford of West Lansing cultivates a caring and supportive atmosphere. This leadership team is passionate about delivering a higher standard of senior care, one that goes beyond siloed, reactive services to provide meaningful, proactive support focused on residents’ wellbeing. Each aspect of life at Bickford of West Lansing is shaped by a belief in creating a community where seniors not only receive care but also experience connection, purpose, and joy.