Influenza A (also known as "the flu") infection rates continue to rise in our county and across the state. Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. The virus can cause mild to severe illness, and at times lead to death. Locally we are seeing mild to moderate illness lasting 1 to 2 weeks. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. Symptoms include: Fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny of stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, and fatigue (tiredness).
Influenza spreads through respiratory droplets when an individual infected with the virus coughs, sneezes, or talks and the virus enters the mouth or nose of individuals nearby. It is less often spread by touching infected surfaces then coming into contact with an individuals’ mouth, nose, or eyes. A person is most contagious 3-4 days after illness begins. You may be able to infect others 1 day before the onset of symptoms develop and 5-7 days after becoming ill.
Prevention tips: Flu vaccines are available for those who can tolerate them. Stay home if you are ill. Stay away from ill individuals. Wash hands or use hand sanitizer frequently. Wear masks if ill.
We hope you stay healthy!
Kathleen Fogarty
Feb 7, 2025
We’re eating well today! Thanks, Erin, for always making these dishes so appetizing. Today was Parmesan crusted fish, baked Mac and cheese and asparagus.
Bridget Petesch
Jan 29, 2025
Influenza A (also known as "the flu") infection rates continue to rise in our county and across the state. Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. The virus can cause mild to severe illness, and at times lead to death. Locally we are seeing mild to moderate illness lasting 1 to 2 weeks. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. Symptoms include: Fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny of stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, and fatigue (tiredness). Influenza spreads through respiratory droplets when an individual infected with the virus coughs, sneezes, or talks and the virus enters the mouth or nose of individuals nearby. It is less often spread by touching infected surfaces then coming into contact with an individuals’ mouth, nose, or eyes. A person is most contagious 3-4 days after illness begins. You may be able to infect others 1 day before the onset of symptoms develop and 5-7 days after becoming ill. Prevention tips: Flu vaccines are available for those who can tolerate them. Stay home if you are ill. Stay away from ill individuals. Wash hands or use hand sanitizer frequently. Wear masks if ill. We hope you stay healthy!
Kathleen Fogarty
Jan 9, 2025
I love the way our residents personalize their space. Our apartments are unfurnished so that they can bring the items that are so special to them. So it feels like home!
Kathleen Fogarty
Jan 9, 2025
Just opened! Our beautiful respite apartment is open again and we are excited to care for you or your loved one. We have Fox Rehab here 5 days a week to get you stronger to return home. Please give me a call today for details (Katie 630-360-7880)
Bonnie Ryan
Dec 21, 2024
We enjoyed a Christmas celebration with the nurses and BFMs this week. We had a great time… so thankful for our team! It’s always special when we can gather together! I so appreciate the excellent care our team provides to our Residents everyday❤️
Bridget Petesch
Dec 17, 2024
We recently held our annual Christmas parties for residents, families, and our hardworking caregivers. We had a great night celebrating the holiday and just being together. It would not be a Bickford of Aurora party without delicious food from our Bread Basket! Thank you to William and Erin for having these wonderful Hors d’oeuvres for us (especially after a full day in the kitchen preparing meals). Thank you to everyone who attended and celebrated with us! We’re looking forward to a wonderful 2025 with all of you. Cheers!
Kathleen Fogarty
Dec 16, 2024
I am so proud of this picture and what it represents to me and to others. We had our Christmas party and a daughter to a resident who has lived with us for 6 years came up to me and said “I love that you all want to take a picture together and truly love each other so much, it shows and makes me so happy to know my mom is so loved by a group that loves each other”. We all have a special reason for being here. Loving your loved one like our own is the MAIN and most important reason. So grateful!
Bonnie Ryan
Dec 11, 2024
Rudy hanging out in the bistro and the Activity room wreath this week. We are so excited to have him with us this Holiday Season! ❤️
Jocelyn Exner
Dec 11, 2024
Our chef, William, had a great cooking class today making raisin scones and hot tea! Yum!!
Kathleen Fogarty
Dec 11, 2024
Please stop by for a visit while you’re out and about. We have our largest one bedroom apartment open and ready for you for or your loved one. I can’t wait to show you around.