We took a scenic ride to Elizabeth Illinois. The colors weren't vibrant, but the ride was very beautiful. Farmers were busy on these rolling hills. Chuck our wonderful volunteer treated the residents to an ice-cream cone on the was home. It doesn't get much better than this. #BickfordofClinton

I scream you scream we all scream for an ice cream sundae bar! #BickfordofClinton

Another Monarch season in the wraps. It started the 1st part of July and ended the very last of September. Raising these beautiful Butterflies is so rewarding! Last year we released 107, this year we beat that record and released 154! This was a 7 day a week venture, but so worth the effort. Can't wait until next year. #BickfordofClinton

We'd all like to wish Faith a Very Happy Birthday!

What is pet therapy? Pet therapy is a broad term that includes animal-assisted therapy and other animal-assisted activities. Animal-assisted therapy is a growing field that uses dogs or other animals to help people recover from or better cope with health problems, such as heart disease, cancer and mental health disorders, Animal-assisted activities, on the other hand, have a more general purpose, such as providing comfort and enjoyment for assisted living residents. How does animal-assisted therapy If you're interested, an assistance dog and its handler would visit your facility. They stay for 10 or 15 minutes. You're invited to pet the dog and ask the handler questions. After the visit, you realize you feel a little less tired and a bit more optimistic. It is one of the favorite activities here at Bickford! Bickford recognizes how important pets can be to our residents and makes the transition of leaving their home somewhat easier when they are able to have their pets accompany them. BICKFORD IS PET FRIENDLY and we welcome them to our family also. if you want to check out our facility call Peggy at 563-242-2400 and come for a tour!

Today was our flu shot clinic with our amazing nurse Heidi, and we can always count on Lois to make it fun with her spirited personality! #BickfordofClinton

The 1st Friday of each month we are always happy to have the dog therapy group come for a visit. These pups always love the extra petting and of course a few extra doggie treats. #BickfordofClinton

On a fall day like today we must take advantage of of these blue skies and warm weather. Today we took a Howie ride to Morrison. Audrey requested going a back way past her homestead and then down a long lane to her daughter's house. We ventured on and saw Chuck and his sweet pup. Drove through Rockwood State Park. Ventured off again to go by Kathy's house when she lived in Morrison. Of course no ride is complete withoit an ice-cream treat! #BickfordofClinton

We're all wishing Judy a very Happy Birthday! #BickfordofClinton

We have a foursome of two of our residents as well as two outside friend's that play Bridge most Wednesday afternoons. We thought it would be nice to host lunch with Marilyn, Lois, Sandy and Joanne. We totally encourage these activities and welcome them. #BickfordofClinton