Marlise’s Journey: Finding Connection, Purpose, and Community Again
When Marlise joined our assisted living community, she arrived at a tender crossroads in her life. After spending time at home feeling isolated and longing for companionship, she made the courageous decision to seek a place where she could reconnect—with others, with purpose, and with herself. Her transition carried an added layer of emotion: her beloved husband, who had once been a resident here, had passed away. Returning to the same community he called home was both a step toward healing and a way of honoring the life they shared.
From the moment Marlise walked through our doors, her gentle warmth was unmistakable. She has a natural ability to make friends easily—something that has helped her rebuild a sense of belonging and joy. Whether she’s chatting with someone new in the hallway or sitting beside a familiar face during an activity, Marlise brings a kindness that makes others feel seen and valued.
And she doesn’t just participate—she contributes.
Marlise loves activities, from social gatherings to creative projects to community events. She shows up with enthusiasm, ready to engage, laugh, and enjoy the moment. But what truly sets her apart is the way she cares for the people around her. She checks in on other residents, offers help when someone needs a hand, and brings a comforting presence to anyone who might be having a difficult day. Her compassion has become one of the quiet strengths of our community.
In many ways, Marlise’s story is one of rediscovery. She came to us seeking companionship, and in return, she found connection, purpose, and a renewed sense of joy. Her journey reminds us that healing often happens through community—and that even after profound loss, new chapters can be filled with friendship, meaning, and light.
Marlise is not just part of our community. She enriches it.
#Higherpathsuccessstory
Lillian Hoening
Oct 16, 2026
We celebrated family night this week for our Memory Care. Having different sections to have snacks, decorate photo frames, music and pinning on the map for our background. Got to sample pie & hot apple cider. We enjoyed sharing stories from our past and making new memories. #Memorycare #Familynight #October #Activities #Bickfordseniorliving
Lillian Hoening
Oct 14, 2026
Yesterday we went out for Johnson’s ice cream & a Fall tour of the surrounding neighborhoods. The residents enjoyed sharing stories about the holidays, having a sweet treat and seeing all of the Halloween decor. We had many laughs at the houses we came across having such cute setups. We will for sure be doing a tour again! Johnson’s is one of our favorite spots we’re a loyal customers you could say. We look forward to the future holiday activities coming soon! #Assistedliving #Johnsonsicecream #Halloween #Outing #Activityideas #Autumn #Tour #Bustrip
Lillian Hoening
Oct 13, 2026
Every Friday Lilly our activities director for assisted living does manicures. From long red nails to just filing and doing clear. Clear is our most popular on men and women! They like the classic clean look. This past Friday our resident Che-Che enjoyed getting her red nails manicure and loved getting to spend some one on one time with Lilly. They shared stories about pampering and self care. Always having some giggles between the both of them. If you have a resident looking for some extra nail care let either Lilly or Davida know and they will be happy to help out. First come first serve for Friday services but the activity has plenty of time for room visits as well. Everyone deserves self care!! #Selfcare #Assistedliving #Pampering #Activity #Nailcare
Myah Wright
Oct 12, 2026
Celebrating Our Amazing Culinary Team! Last week, we had the privilege of celebrating Healthcare Foodservice Workers Week and recognizing the incredible kitchen team that serves our residents each and every day. From preparing nutritious meals to creating favorite comfort foods and special treats, our culinary team does so much more than cook. They help make Bickford feel like home. Their dedication, creativity, and commitment to our residents shine through in every meal they serve. We are so grateful for the hard work and heart they bring to the kitchen. Thank you for helping create meaningful dining experiences that our residents look forward to every day! Thinking about senior living for yourself or a loved one? We invite you to come experience the Bickford difference firsthand. Enjoy a tour, meet our team, and discover why mealtime is one of our residents' favorite parts of the day. From homestyle favorites to chef-prepared specials, great food is always on the menu! Schedule a tour today and see how delicious life can be at Bickford of Bexley. We would love to welcome you for a meal! #HealthcareFoodserviceWorkersWeek #BickfordOfBexley #AssistedLiving #MemoryCare #BickfordFamily #GreatFoodGreatCare #ScheduleATour
Karla Mcpherson
Oct 8, 2026
Marlise’s Journey: Finding Connection, Purpose, and Community Again When Marlise joined our assisted living community, she arrived at a tender crossroads in her life. After spending time at home feeling isolated and longing for companionship, she made the courageous decision to seek a place where she could reconnect—with others, with purpose, and with herself. Her transition carried an added layer of emotion: her beloved husband, who had once been a resident here, had passed away. Returning to the same community he called home was both a step toward healing and a way of honoring the life they shared. From the moment Marlise walked through our doors, her gentle warmth was unmistakable. She has a natural ability to make friends easily—something that has helped her rebuild a sense of belonging and joy. Whether she’s chatting with someone new in the hallway or sitting beside a familiar face during an activity, Marlise brings a kindness that makes others feel seen and valued. And she doesn’t just participate—she contributes. Marlise loves activities, from social gatherings to creative projects to community events. She shows up with enthusiasm, ready to engage, laugh, and enjoy the moment. But what truly sets her apart is the way she cares for the people around her. She checks in on other residents, offers help when someone needs a hand, and brings a comforting presence to anyone who might be having a difficult day. Her compassion has become one of the quiet strengths of our community. In many ways, Marlise’s story is one of rediscovery. She came to us seeking companionship, and in return, she found connection, purpose, and a renewed sense of joy. Her journey reminds us that healing often happens through community—and that even after profound loss, new chapters can be filled with friendship, meaning, and light. Marlise is not just part of our community. She enriches it. #Higherpathsuccessstory
Lillian Hoening
Oct 8, 2026
From Bickford of Bexley to Capital’s very own Alpha Sigma Alpha we thank you girls. Hosting a bingo night for assisted living & surprising memory care with puzzles, cards and snacks they enjoyed the time with you all so much. Your cards were so cute and touched our hearts. Calling bingo for over an hour and sharing laughs with all of the residents was such an amazing time. We can’t wait to have all of you ladies back soon!! #Memorycare #Assistedliving #Capital #AlphaSigmaAlpha #Sorority #BINGO
Lillian Hoening
Oct 7, 2026
Yesterday the Residents were delighted by making new decorations for our door windows. Including some decorations for Halloween and the fall. The residents enjoyed being able to be creative and making the craft look as they pleased. We are more than excited for these new fall activities as the holidays and season comes around the corner. #Crafting #Montessori #Assistedliving #Autumn #Activities
Myah Wright
Oct 6, 2026
Looking for memory care for someone you love? Come experience Mary B’s! ???? There’s no better way to get to know a community than to experience it for yourself. We invite current families and families exploring memory care to join us for Mary B’s Family Night at Bickford of Bexley, featuring a special Family History theme! Wednesday, October 14 6:00–7:30 PM Bickford of Bexley | Mary B’s 3rd Floor Tour our community, meet our team, see Mary B’s in action, and enjoy an evening centered around family, connection, and memories. If you’re wondering what the next chapter could look like for your loved one, we’d be honored to be part of the conversation. Schedule a tour today and discover Mary B’s at Bickford of Bexley! Please RSVP to Myah.Wright@bickfordseniorliving.com #BickfordOfBexley #MemoryCare #MaryBs #SeniorLiving #FmailyNight #Bexley
Lillian Hoening
Oct 6, 2026
Morning Movement plays a big role into our day here at Bickford of Bexley. The fan favorite is the YouTube video “Chair Zumba”. Everyone enjoys the music and the instructor. Getting to move around in the morning and get their blood circulating. This movement lasts about 30 minutes and is always highly requested. Another fan favorite recently has been JUMBO connect 4. Playing in two teams and completing to see which team will connect 4 first. Allowing coordination and movement as well as strategic strategies. #Movement #Assistedliving #Zumba #Bickford
Lillian Hoening
Oct 1, 2026
Today we enjoyed our day by visiting Rusty Bucket in bexley for our lunch bunch. We also made our “Halloween countdown” calendar for the residents to enjoy and look forward to Halloween. At lunch we shared stories and engaged in talking about our favorite foods. Within making the Halloween countdown we shared our stories about Halloween and discussed our favorite costumes! #Halloween #Lunchbunch #Montessori #Assistedliving