Nothing beats a good old-fashioned game of dominoes! Just ask the gentlemen in Mary B’s! From friendly competition to great conversation, it’s all about keeping minds active, enjoying familiar pastimes, and making memories with friends.

Today, both Mary B’s and Assisted Living enjoyed a wonderful musical performance by George Nicholson! His beautiful hymns filled the room with joy as our Residents sang along, sharing smiles, memories, and moments of connection. A huge thank you to George Nicholson for sharing his talent and making today so special for our Residents!

Today, our Residents rolled up their sleeves and helped William peel carrots to prepare for dinner! These purposeful moments are a wonderful example of living the Montessori way at Bickford of Aurora. By participating in everyday tasks, our Residents stay engaged, share meaningful conversations, and continue doing the things that make them feel valued and involved.

Our Residents in Mary B’s are always staying busy, engaged, and having fun! From creative crafts and friendly games of ring toss and table bowling to board games and puzzles, there’s always something exciting to enjoy. We love creating opportunities for our Residents to stay active, socialize with friends, explore their interests, and enjoy meaningful moments each day. At Bickford, we believe in living the Montessori way by encouraging independence, purposeful activities, and plenty of smiles along the way!

Today, we celebrated John Lennon’s birthday with an unforgettable afternoon of Beatles classics performed by the wonderful Jimmy John! From familiar favorites to timeless tunes, our Residents enjoyed singing along, reminiscing, and sharing in the magic of music. It was a full house, filled with smiles, laughter, and wonderful memories! At Bickford of Aurora, we love bringing people together through the power of music and the memories it creates. A huge Thank You to Angel's Grace for sponsoring such a great performance!

At Bickford, preventive health measures like annual flu vaccinations are an important part of supporting resident wellness. For older adults, the flu can lead to serious complications, and in a community setting, vaccination helps reduce the spread of illness among residents, visitors, and caregivers. We will continue offering flu vaccinations for residents this season and encourage families to return consent forms as soon as possible if you would like your loved one to participate. By taking proactive steps to prevent illness, we can work together to help keep our residents healthy, engaged, and thriving throughout the fall and winter months. Thank you for partnering with us in making wellness a priority. Flu vaccines will be given at the Aurora Branch in the next few weeks! #HigherPath #BickfordSeniorLiving #ProactiveCare #FluPrevention #ResidentWellness

Fall is here at Bickford of Aurora!! Please stop by or give Katie a call to schedule a tour 630-360-7880. Our retreat stay apartment will be available mid October so please call us for details.

This weekend, our team came together to walk in the Alzheimer’s Walk. We walked for a great cause, but more importantly, we walked for everyone whose lives have been touched by Alzheimer’s.We walked for our Residents, their families, our own loved ones, and every person who has faced the heartbreak of this disease. Their battles are our battles, and their fight is our fight. Every step brings us one step closer to awareness, hope, and, one day, a cure.

The health and well-being of our residents remains a top priority. Bickford will be offering an onsite COVID-19 vaccination clinic for residents on 9/16/26. Older adults are at a higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19, making vaccination an important tool in helping protect their health and maintain their quality of life. In a senior living community, staying up to date on vaccinations can also help support the well-being of friends, neighbors, and loved ones. Covid vaccines are done at the Aurora Branch! Both our Assisted Living and Memory Care Residents are protected! #higherpath#Bickfordseniorliving#proactivewellness

Grandparents Day was a TWO-DAY celebration this year! From a special music performance by Adam Austin, to our Family Craft Night, and finishing with a fun social filled with delicious sweets, there was something for everyone to enjoy. We love celebrating the special bond between our Residents and their families. These moments of connection, purpose, and togetherness are what make our Bickford family so special.