Bickford of Lancaster is a senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care all in one place, so you don't have to worry about finding another place if care needs change, and the building is set up much like a regular home with private apartment-style rooms, wide doors for wheelchairs, walk-in showers, and emergency pull cords for quick help any time of day or night. The place feels homey and welcoming, built to be comfortable for older adults, and it's pet-friendly too, even helping out with things like feeding pets, letting them out, or handling the litter box. Staff at Bickford of Lancaster take care of housekeeping, laundry, and just about any home maintenance you'd normally have to do, so seniors can stop worrying about chores and spend more time enjoying life.
They serve three meals a day through their Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen, making meals from scratch, and you'll always find choices for special diets if you need that, plus snacks and drinks are available. Caregivers help with things like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and getting around, plus they help manage medication, even if someone takes a bunch of different pills every day-you don't have to keep it straight yourself. Care staff receive extra training for dementia care, and the community runs special dementia programs to help those who need memory support, with activities and spaces set up just for memory care residents. They also offer daily social and recreational activities such as exercise classes, guitar sessions, and happy hour to help people stay active and engaged, and families say the staff work hard to keep everyone included and busy.
Bickford of Lancaster is part of a family-owned group that's been around since 1991, and their teamwork with MarketPlace Chaplains means spiritual care is done by trained professionals, instead of leaving it all up to volunteers. Their approach uses the HigherPath model, which is a nationally recognized way of helping seniors lead longer, healthier, and happier lives, through on-site care, wellness programs, pharmacy services, and health record tools that bring together the care team, including doctors and nurses. The building has safety features, including a resident monitoring system, and provides transportation for shopping, medical appointments, and community events, so you don't have to worry about getting out and about. There's help for caregivers too, with advice and resources if you need guidance, and the skilled nursing wing gives full healthcare if someone's needs go beyond regular assisted living. Bickford of Lancaster doesn't just have beautiful rooms and friendly staff-it's got the kinds of supports and routines that make life safer, less stressful, and as enjoyable as possible.
