We spent our days soaking up the beautiful weather on the front porch and in the courtyard, enjoying good conversation and time together. Residents had fun getting creative by making pumpkins in a variety of ways, challenging one another to games of Scrabble, and continuing to harvest fresh tomatoes from our garden. We also shared a sweet treat by making and enjoying chocolate-covered pretzels together. It was a wonderful week filled with laughter, creativity, friendship, and simple moments that made lasting memories.

We tried our hand at hydro dipping and enjoyed seeing everyone’s creativity shine. Later, we went for a drive to Geode and made an unexpected stop in a small town where one of our residents grew up, bringing back many fond memories and stories. We also enjoyed an engaging presentation by Russ Fry, helped one another during a lively game of bingo, and ended the day at the Players Workshop, where we were treated to a wonderfully performed play that was the perfect ending to a fun-filled evening. #BickfordofBurlington #Laughter #Montessori

Laughter and friendly competition filled the room as we played checkers, dominoes, and bingo. We were also delighted to harvest the radishes we nurtured and grew together. Another special highlight was enjoying a lovely Ladies' Tea Time filled with conversation and connection. We also began creating a gratitude list, sharing the many people, blessings, and moments we are thankful for. #BickfordofBurlington #Gardening #Workingtogether #Thankful

This week, our residents stayed busy and had a wonderful time participating in a variety of activities. They enjoyed playing games, shopping at the Bickford Store with their hard-earned Bickford Bucks, and harvesting the carrots and radishes they planted Residents also had fun making a delicious snack mix to enjoy together. Another special activity involved placing their beautiful photos into frames that they could take home and keep as treasured memories. To top it all off, they created gorgeous centerpieces that added a lovely touch to their dining tables. One of the best parts of our days is spending time with friends. It's always nice to have a friend to walk around with, share conversations, and enjoy activities together. We continue to make wonderful memories while building meaningful friendships and having lots of fun along the way! #BickfordofBurlington #Montessori #LifeLongFriends

We're already looking ahead to Halloween and would love your help making it a special night for both our residents and the children in our community. By donating bags of individually wrapped candy, you'll help our residents enjoy the excitement of passing out treats and sharing smiles with neighborhood children on Halloween night. Your generosity creates meaningful connections between generations and helps make Halloween a memorable experience for everyone. Every donation, big or small, is greatly appreciated. Donations may be dropped off at Bickford of Burlington. Thank you for helping us spread joy, laughter, and Halloween spirit throughout our community!

What a wonderful week at Bickford! Our very own Queen of Bickford celebrated her 99th birthday with a special surprise visit from Kim and Kevin Klein, making her day even more memorable. We also enjoyed a creative afternoon with Nicole from the Art Center, who helped residents design beautiful garden stakes to brighten our outdoor spaces. To top it all off, today is National Senior Citizens Day, and we celebrated by taking senior portraits of our amazing residents. It was a fun opportunity to capture their smiles, personalities, and the wisdom they bring to our community every day. Happy National Senior Citizens Day to all the incredible seniors who inspire us daily!

The day was filled with simple pleasures and sweet memories. From peanut butter cookies, then the homemade ice cream was carefully mixed and churned, creating a delicious treat everyone eagerly anticipated. As the ice cream chilled, it was time for a little pampering. Our amazing nurse Crystal gave relaxing pedicures that brought smiles, conversation, and a chance to unwind. To top off the perfect day, everyone sat down to enjoy the homemade ice cream they had made. Between the cookies, the ice cream, and the relaxing pedicures, it was a day full of joy, laughter, and wonderful memories.

Copilot said: Finally, a day with sunshine and no rain! The day included manicures, a few games of pong, and finished on a sweet note with a delicious slice of lemon meringue pie. #BickfordofBurlington