We are incredibly grateful to Providence Life Services and Victorian Village for inviting the Bickford of Crown Point leadership team to participate in a special dementia care training presented by Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care®. The opportunity to learn from one of the nation's most respected dementia care educators was both inspiring and enriching. Teepa's practical, person-centered strategies reinforce the importance of approaching those living with dementia with compassion, understanding, and purpose. At Bickford of Crown Point, we are committed to continual learning so we can provide the highest quality support and meaningful engagement for our residents and their families. Experiences like this help us strengthen our skills and deepen our dedication to exceptional dementia care. Thank you again to Providence Life Services and Victorian Village for your hospitality and for investing in the advancement of dementia education across our community. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. #BickfordOfCrownPoint #DementiaCare #PositiveApproachToCare #TeepaSnow #MontessoriMemoryCare

Discover the Bickford Difference at Bickford of Crown Point Finding the right senior living community means finding a place that feels like home while providing the support your loved one needs. At Bickford of Crown Point, we're proud to offer a warm, welcoming environment built around our unique Montessori-based lifestyle philosophy, where residents are encouraged to remain engaged, purposeful, and as independent as possible. Our approach focuses on each resident's strengths, interests, and abilities. Whether it's participating in meaningful daily activities, enjoying social connections, pursuing favorite hobbies, or helping with community life, residents have opportunities to live with dignity and purpose every day. Combined with our comfortable, home-like atmosphere, personalized care plans, and compassionate team members, families can feel confident knowing their loved one is receiving the right level of support while maintaining independence. Assistance is always available when needed, allowing residents to enjoy both freedom and peace of mind. Don't Wait to Secure Your Loved One's New Home Now is the perfect time to make the move to Bickford of Crown Point. Current rates will increase on November 1st. Families who act now can secure an apartment at today's rates and begin planning for a smooth transition into our caring community. Apartments are limited, and availability can change quickly. Schedule Your Personal Tour Today Let us show you how our Montessori-inspired lifestyle, engaging activities, personalized support, and home-like environment can enhance your loved one's quality of life. Call Joshua today at 219-388-6160 to schedule your personal tour and reserve an apartment before rates increase on November 1st.

Thank You for Joining Our Family Fall Fest! A heartfelt thank you to all of our residents, families, friends, and guests who joined us for our Family Fall Fest this past Saturday at Bickford of Crown Point! Seeing families gathered together, sharing smiles, laughter, delicious treats, and the beauty of the season made the day truly special. We hope you enjoyed the festivities and, most importantly, were able to create new warm memories with your loved ones that will be cherished for years to come. At Bickford, family is at the heart of everything we do, and we are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate these meaningful moments together. Thank you for being part of our Bickford family and helping make the day such a wonderful success. We look forward to creating many more memories with you in the months ahead! #BickfordOfCrownPoint #FamilyFallFest #CreatingMemories #BickfordFamily #AssistedLiving

October brings crisp cool air, warm colorful tones, cozy wool sweaters, and vivid entryway decor. The residents at Bickford of Crown Point do this well. Dressing up their doorways allows them to express their creativity and boost the moods of other friends passing by. This is the Montessori lifestyle our community thrives on and continues to benefit from. Which door is your favorite?

Consistency pays off! Our Manny has been working habitually on this colorful puzzle for several weeks in the Bickford of Crown Point library. From time to time, he would get a bit of help, but the bulk of this 1,000 piece puzzle was completed by him. His persistence grew results and he finished it with pride. Jeff, our maintenance man attached it to a board to hang in his room so he, and others who entered could admire his hard work. Nice job Manny!

It’s finally the Fall season, but you’d never know it looking at the front porch of Bickford of Crown Point. The efforts of our resident, June, have made a huge impact on the growth of our flourishing flowers and plants by making sure they received plenty of water and care throughout the season. Employing the Montessori inspired lifestyle, residents are able to “take charge” of their environment and contribute as they see fit. In this case, anyone who enters the building, as well as the residents, benefit from these beautiful blossoms. Let’s hope the first frost of the season holds out so we’re able to enjoy these beauties a lot longer.

Despite the blustery weather Saturday, Bickford of Crown Point moved forward with the scheduled yard sale. Although we might have experienced more success conducting the event in the “yard” outside, we still had a steady stream of shoppers coming into our inviting space to consider our goods, and many of them made purchases. With our residents running the show, they kept busy by directing, restocking, creating signs, and checking out customers. The Montessori guidelines allowed them to make decisions based on their preferences, and it was apparent from the customer comments they achieved success. The proceeds will be donated to the Lake County Walk to End Alzheimer’s fund, so it was a very worthwhile effort, and everyone was proud to be a part of it.

Community Yard Sale is STILL ON! Good news, everyone! Our Community Yard Sale at Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care of Crown Point is still a go on Saturday, September 19th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! Come shop for a great cause and discover treasures, housewares, handmade items, and more. Every purchase supports our residents' efforts to raise funds for the Lake County Walk to End Alzheimer's. Rain in the forecast? No problem! If the weather doesn't cooperate, we will simply move the sale indoors and continue the event as planned. 140 E. 107th Ave., Crown Point, IN 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM We look forward to welcoming our community for a fun day of shopping and supporting a cause close to our hearts. See you there! #CommunityYardSale #BickfordofCrownPoint #ShopForACause #WalkToEndAlzheimers #MontessoriLifestyle

This week the residents at Bickford of Crown Point had an opportunity to interact with the majestic horses at Exceptional Equestrians Unlimited, Inc. This wonderful all-volunteer lead organization offers a therapeutic horseback riding program for those with special needs. Our gang enjoyed this special Montessori Cafe event, as it was certainly quite different from previous experiences. Several residents seemed comfortable enough to stroke the heads of these glorious creatures, but some preferred to admire them from afar. It was interesting to watch a student session from the viewing room, as the horse calmly responded to the student’s every command. Many questions were asked by our group, and answered by the guide, Jeffrey, whose knowledge about the topic far exceeded our own. At the end of the program we were invited back, with some of the residents even expressing an interest in taking lessons. We’ll see about that!

Spur of the moment support in Fall decorating is always appreciated, and these ladies executed colorful centerpieces that really liven up Bickford of Crown Point. Jumping in to generate an environment that will reflect the kaleidoscope of colors Fall brings is a wonderful Montessori guideline, where the residents work together to establish an amazing place to live and thrive. Thanks for your expertise Pat and JoJo!