From immobility to standing : A Higher Path Success Story at Bickford of Oswego. At Bickford of Oswego, We believe exceptional care is not just about meeting needs—it’s about helping each resident rediscover purpose, confidence, and joy in everyday life. One of the most rewarding parts of our work is witnessing personal transformation, and today we’re proud to share a story that truly reflects the heart of our community. When one of our residents who had fallen and sustained multiple fractures, came to us for assistance, she then developed infections from hardware used to repair her leg fractures. She was hospitalized and went to rehab for several months. She became immobile and was experiencing significant depression while navigating daily life challenges. While being dedicated to working with physical therapy, she has gone from immobility to making her way back to ambulating on her own. She no longer needs a HOYER lift to transfer in her chair but can now transfer on her own. Her road to recovery has been a blessing to witness. #Higherpath #AssistedLiving #MemoryCare #BickfordSeniorLiving #Bickford #Seniors

Today was a bittersweet day as the Therapeutic Recreation Programming class from Aurora University concluded their visits to Bickford. Our residents greatly enjoyed the opportunity to participate in a variety of physically and mentally engaging activities, including a life-size Hungry Hungry Hippos game and a collaborative team maze. We are so grateful for the time, creativity, and enthusiasm these student volunteers brought to our community. Their visits created meaningful moments of connection, laughter, and engagement for our residents. You will be truly missed, and as our residents shared today, you are always welcome back! - Bickford Assisted Living & Montessori Memory Care

Come tour Bickford Oswego Assisted Living and Montessori Memory care and learn more about our in-house rehab with Fox Therapy! Call Tanya at 630-345-4896 and schedule a tour today!

Our residents love when our Breadbasket Manager Paulina leads our cooking classes with interactive demonstrations. Our home at Bickford Oswego Assisted Living and Montessori Memory Care provides an environment that allows them to focus on what truly matters most- living the best life possible. This is The HigherPath- where our residents are living happier, healthier- longer!

At Bickford Oswego Assisted Living and Montessori Memory Care, the role of the prepared adult is similar to the classroom. The prepared care professional supports and enables the linking of the person to the Montessori dementia, disability or aged care prepared environment. Lucille’s incredible art appreciation has lead to inspiration! Our Fox Rehab Ocupational Therapist Divya, who is also an artist, was asked to recreate/paint an art piece that was hanging in Lucille’s room. The top painting is the new creation, leaving Lucille and all of us in awe and admiration! Montessori methods for dementia, disability and ageing focus on supporting both the person and the environment in which they live. The techniques are intended to engage people in life and living, by providing an environment that supports their losses and circumvents their deficits whilst providing meaning and purpose to their day. Lucille now brings people into her room to show her artwork, hoping to inspire others to do something great! #bickfordoswegoassistedlivingandmontessorimemorycare

Beautiful friendships are made here at Bickford Oswego Assisted Living and Montessori Memory Care!

At Bickford Senior Living, we are committed to having our residents choose the Higher Path. One of our residents, Martha, is an accomplished artist and was passionate about her work. Although she now struggles with committing to larger projects, she has chosen to be involved with painting on a smaller scale. Martha has been working on painting individual greeting cards to distribute to the American Legion which is a very worthwhile cause. Martha is also an ambassador for our welcoming committee, welcoming new residents to our community. As a leader involved in our community, she is a perfect example of someone who is on the Higher Path. #higherpath#assistedliving#memorycare#bickfordseniorliving#bickford#seniors

Our residents live happier, healthier and longer on The HigherPath at Bickford Oswego Assisted Living and Montessori Memory Care!

Delicious Food, beautifully served with love at Bickford Oswego Assisted Living and Montessori Memory Care! Call Tanya and schedule a tour today, 630-345-4896.

A Higher Path success story at Bickford of Oswego. Care rooted in Montessori Principles empower our residents in memory care to have purpose and gain confidence. When one of our residents was experiencing increased anxiety, creating a task and consequently a predictable routine helped to reduced her anxiety. This hands on activity, helping to push the food cart after dining, gave this resident confidence that she was capable of participating in an activity of daily life. One of the most rewarding part of our job is witnessing these small life events that put a smile on the face of our residents. #higherpath#assistedliving#memorycare#bickfordseniorliving#bickford#seniors