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Bickford of Ames

Assisted Living

3.9

145 reviews

Phone:
515-512-5507

2418 Kent Ave,
Ames, IA 50010

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Your loved one deserves to live the best life possible

Watch your loved one thrive in an environment that feels like home

Navigating the aging journey is difficult.

We understand what’s at stake here: it’s not just someone, it’s your loved one.

Meanwhile, it’s on you to make the difficult decisions.

There's a Higher Path for our seniors

The Senior's Journey

There are two paths that seniors take as they age: the lower path and the higher path

Senior care today is reactive, expensive, and siloed. It’s a sick-care system, not a health-care system (designed to keep seniors healthy). Most of us have accepted this status quo because it feels too big and complex to change. Not us. We’re taking the road less traveled and championing a higher standard of senior care.

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Our family of caregivers will do whatever it takes to care for your loved one

Meet Ames' Leadership Team

Annessa Pruismann

Executive Director
Darrbie Helton

Family Advocate
Melissa Meyer

Health & Wellness Director

To better understand the love that drives us, watch our Caregiver’s Manifesto

Services at Ames

Assisted Living

Personalized help with the activities of daily life, such as meals, grooming, and medication management.

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Happenings

If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford.

Mercedes Cook

Jan 16, 2025

Perfect day to throw a Luau Party! We would all rather be somewhere warm, on a beach, with a drink in hand I think :)

Mercedes Cook

Jan 16, 2025

Yesterday called for Bingo and celebrating National Bagel Day :)

Mercedes Cook

Jan 13, 2025

Went and faced the cold weather today to go eat at Cornbread for Lunch Club, what a great experience that lead for a lovely day :) Also, a big happy birthday shout out to Dennis! We were so happy to help you celebrate your special day! I hope it was everything and more!

Mercedes Cook

Jan 13, 2025

A few snippets of last week’s activities here at Bickford! We enjoyed Bingo, Bible Study and of course Happy Hour! We hope everyone’s holiday season was wonderful :)

Mercedes Cook

Dec 24, 2024

Merry Christmas Eve! I’m so sad to leave my family here at Bickford but, I must get back to The North Pole for Santa. I will see everyone again next year. Until then stay good and safe everyone :) - Love, Ralphie

Mercedes Cook

Dec 23, 2024

I tried to bring you a snowman back from The North Pole but he melted on our way back :( - Yours truly, Ralphie

Mercedes Cook

Dec 22, 2024

Baby it’s cold outside, wanna come in? - Love, Ralphie :)

Mercedes Cook

Dec 21, 2024

Don’t worry I fixed them! - Love, Ralphie :)

Mercedes Cook

Dec 20, 2024

Big Happy happy birthday to our Patti Bug! We hope you had the most wonderful day ever. We were so happy to celebrate with you. Hoping this next year to come brings much joy and laughter for you. Ralphie went a little crazy with the gum today… you don’t wanna end up like him!

Mercedes Cook

Dec 20, 2024

Ho Ho Ho! Santa came to town a little early this year to come spread Christmas cheer to our residents here at Bickford of Ames. The night was filled with joy, laughter, sweet treats, and overall so much love throughout our building! Santa read The Night Before Christmas and passed out all our presents. As well as indulging into some sweet treats that were provided Santa also had to check in with Ralphie. Ralphie reported back everyone was on the nice list this year. He decided to go fishing last night at our party for a little bit of fun. We’re wishing everyone a merry and bright holiday season! May all that is beautiful, meaningful, and joyful be yours this holiday season and throughout the coming year :)

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We value transparency. We get feedback every month. Here’s what’s really going on at Bickford of Ames.

3.9

overall score based on 145 reviews

Jan 1, 2025

(name removed) has been at Bickford for over 5 years. He does not like to leave so that means to me he likes it there!! Now , just get him to cut his hair and trim his beard!!!
Sep 5, 2024

Thank you (name removed) and (name removed) for getting a tv set for (name removed)!
Sep 1, 2024

Everyone is friendly and helpful. We really appreciate the good care.
Sep 1, 2024

I am thankful for staff taking (name removed) to eye glass place. He broke his glasses. This was very helpful.
Aug 3, 2024

I would like first to give shoutouts to several of my dad (name removed) caregivers: (name removed) (sorry if I misspelled anyone's name, and I also if I missed anyone). What I appreciate most is that they take the time to chat with (name removed)--he really needs this because he tends to socially isolate himself. He also enjoys (name removed) friendliness. All the activities that (name removed) plans seem wonderful, but so far (name removed) has not wanted to take part. (name removed), don't give up on him--keep inviting him! I could see him enjoying the Friday happy hour and events where young people are involved. (name removed) continues to like the food and the dining room atmosphere. Thanks to the cooks! This is more my personal issue, but I have been trying to convince him to get out more--for a drive, a visit to DQ, a meal at my house, or even just to spend time in the Bickford courtyard. He really resists. If anyone has any ideas how how to convince him, I am open to them! I will be on trips in September and November that will take me out of town for a couple weeks each time. (name removed) may need a little extra help with housekeeping in his unit while I am away. I will communicate with staff about this before my trips. Finally, (name removed) needs to walk more. Anything staff can do to get him up and moving more is appreciated.
Aug 1, 2024

(name removed) rock that place! They are amazing, caring, energetic caregivers.
Jun 3, 2024

I appreciate the meeting last month with (name removed) and (name removed) to figure out issues relating to my dad (name removed) shower schedule and other things
May 1, 2024

Bickford went through a period of short staffing but seems to be getting better.