Bickford of Shelby Township

Bickford of Shelby Township sits in a quiet neighborhood north of Detroit and offers several care choices for seniors, like Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, and even Skilled Nursing for those who need extra medical help, and they welcome new folks to tour the place, meet the staff and residents, and see the Craftsman-style home that feels cozy with its natural light, wood, and stone details, which might remind you of homes from earlier days. People can pick the care setup that fits best, with clear prices shared for Assisted Living and Memory Care, plus there's respite care for those needing a short stay, and all the living spaces try to keep things easy and comfortable. Memory Care at Bickford helps adults with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia and the building design helps reduce confusion and keep people safe if they tend to wander, plus staff have special training in memory care and there's a part-time nurse, and health needs get attention through things like medication reminders, on-site health providers, and access to skilled care right there without having to leave. Assisted Living services give help with daily activities, mobility, and personal care, and there's also care coordination, help with medication, and housekeeping so folks don't have to worry about chores, and everybody gets maintenance-free living. Bickford has religious services, scratch-made meals, social activities with a calendar to keep track, and you'll find things like cable TV in shared rooms, guest meals, Wi-Fi, and kitchenette choices. Residents can join in on field trips, arts and crafts, music, games, gardening, and special programs for folks managing diabetes, and you'll see pet-friendly garden spots and be able to use transportation for errands, shopping, or outings away from the campus if needed. Nutritional guidance is available, as well as coordinated healthcare, and the community provides both active adult/55+ units and settings for different levels of long-term care, including continuing care if someone's needs change. Guest parking's on-site, and residents can choose between independent apartments and settings where more help is close at hand, and the whole staff aims for a sense of peace and happiness that matches what people used to have at home. The place offers things like committee communication portals, nursing oversight, and various programs to keep care quality steady, and families see a happiness rating here that's reported to be about double the industry average, all supported by something called the HigherPath senior health model, which means a whole care team keeps watch on folks to help them stay well and engaged for as long as possible.