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Bickford of Portage

Your loved one deserves to live the best life possible

Watch your loved one thrive in an environment that feels like home

Navigating the aging journey is difficult.

We understand what’s at stake here: it’s not just someone, it’s your loved one.

Meanwhile, it’s on you to make the difficult decisions.

There's a Higher Path for our seniors

Senior care today is reactive, expensive, and siloed. It’s a sick-care system, not a health-care system (designed to keep seniors healthy). Most of us have accepted this status quo because it feels too big and complex to change. Not us. We’re taking the road less traveled and championing a higher standard of senior care.

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Our family of caregivers will do whatever it takes to care for your loved one

 

Meet Portage's Leadership Team

  • Brandie McWethy

    Executive Director

  • Kayla Beebe

    Family Advocate

Services at Portage

Assisted Living

Personalized help with the activities of daily life, such as meals, grooming, and medication management.

Memory Care

An intimate, engaging environment designed specifically for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Happenings


Erin Kruger

Feb 19, 2025

Bickford Assisted Living and Memory care hosted an insightful and engaging Fox Therapy Education Series, dedicated to raising awareness about heart health. The session focused on providing essential knowledge, tips, and strategies to improve cardiovascular health. Attendees learned how to manage and protect their heart health through a combination of education, interactive discussion, and fun "True or False" statements aimed at debunking common myths.

Erin Kruger

Feb 18, 2025

Why Choose Bickford? Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care is more than just a place to live — it’s a community designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents. Our mission is to provide compassionate, specialized care that meets the physical, emotional, and social needs of each resident. Whether you’re looking for assisted living or memory care services, our team is committed to offering a safe, welcoming, and enriching environment. Contact Kayla today at 269-399-3564 to schedule a tour and see firsthand how we make senior living exceptional.

Erin Kruger

Feb 13, 2025

At Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care, we believe in celebrating the bonds that bring us together, and what better way to honor friendship than with a special Galentine's Tea. Held every February 13, Galentine’s Day is an occasion to cherish the incredible women in our lives — from childhood friends to lifelong companions. This year, our residents were treated to an afternoon of laughter, warmth, and musical entertainment from Larry playing the organ.

Erin Kruger

Feb 12, 2025

At Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care, Balloon volleyball has the power to enhance the physical, social, and emotional well-being of our senior living residents. It provides an opportunity for movement, boosts cognitive engagement, and promotes feelings of joy and connection. Through friendly competition and shared experiences, residents are able to bond with others, improve their health, and most importantly, have fun.

Erin Kruger

Feb 10, 2025

Join us on Wednesday February 19, 2025 at 4:00pm in the Assisted Living room February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on heart health, raise awareness, and take proactive steps toward better cardiovascular care. Fox Rehabilitation, believes in empowering individuals to live their best lives, which includes maintaining a healthy heart. This month, as part of their ongoing Education Series, highlighting heart health—what it means, why it’s important, and how physical & occupational therapy plays a crucial role in maintaining a strong, healthy heart.

Erin Kruger

Feb 7, 2025

At Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care we love creating memorable experiences for our residents, and this Super Bowl event was no exception! Our community gathered together to enjoy an afternoon of football fun, camaraderie, and delicious drinks. With the big game right around the corner, we kicked things off with a spirited football throw challenge, followed by a lively happy hour that had everyone smiling, laughing, and bonding.

Erin Kruger

Feb 6, 2025

At Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care, we believe in providing our residents with opportunities to enjoy some of life’s simple pleasures. One of the highlights of this week is when our Assisted Living residents had the opportunity to enjoy delicious takeout from one of the local favorites: Centre Street Tap House. This popular spot is known for its welcoming atmosphere and mouthwatering menu, making it the perfect choice for our residents to savor a taste of the community right here at home.

Erin Kruger

Feb 4, 2025

At Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care, Bean bag toss is just one of many activities that requires little to no intense physical effort, making it ideal for seniors with arthritis, limited mobility, or other physical conditions. The motions of tossing a bean bag can help improve coordination, muscle strength, and joint mobility without putting unnecessary stress on the body.

Erin Kruger

Feb 3, 2025

What We Offer: At Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care, our on-site salon provides a variety of services tailored to meet the needs of our residents, including: * Haircuts & styling * Shampoo & conditioning treatments * Perms & color treatments * Manicures * Beard trimming & grooming services for men Our friendly and skilled professional hairdresser Roberta, ensures each resident receives personalized care in a welcoming and comfortable setting.

Erin Kruger

Jan 30, 2025

At Bickford Assisted Living, we love celebrating the great state of Michigan—and what better way to do so than by indulging in some of the finest locally made products? In honor of Michigan’s belated 188th birthday, our residents enjoyed a special tasting event featuring delicious snacks, beverages, and treats crafted right here in the Great Lakes State. As we reminisced about Michigan’s history and shared stories of favorite places across the state, the event became more than just a tasting—it was a celebration of home, heritage, and community. Many residents shared their own connections to Michigan’s food traditions, making the experience even more meaningful.

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3.6

overall score based on 151 reviews

  • Feb 1, 2025

    Also, I'm sure I left someone out - but I didn't mean to | Also (name removed) and (name removed) went out of their way to make sure I was alright. So kind.

  • Jan 7, 2025

    I would say 4.5. There are so few residents in Mary B right now that the ratio is manageable for the excellent, hard working staff. It's so important for the people working in the memory care area to truly know the residents and all their dementia quirks, and the staff we have now is fabulous!! Please clean the yellow couches though.

  • Dec 1, 2024

    Glad to see that management is staffed again. I have high hopes for our new wellness coordinator.

  • Nov 5, 2024

    The staff at Bickford of Portage is great and show care and concern for my parent. I notice there are only 2 staff (a med tech and care worker) in the memory care area many times when I am with my parent. I wish there were 3. Majority of care homes have 3 dedicated staff at all times in a memory care area. It would be nice if the Bickford of Portage staff were better supported by management. The phone system is terrible! If no one answers the line will disconnect. If someone does answer and I need to be transferred, the phone disconnects. I have called other branches of Bickford and they have an automated system so atleast you can leave a message. I have to call multiple times in order to be able to speak to someone about my parent. If I get a call from Bickford of Portage and miss it, it is very frustrating to call them back. Other care homes have dedicated lines and options to get in touch with caregivers.

  • Sep 24, 2024

    Score of 3 for Bickford Management | We are disappointed with how overwhelmed the portage staff has seemed with the additional duties and work hours caused by the loss of the portage branch director and nurse. | I would hope you are providing extra compensation or a bonus for the Portage med techs who have to work without leadership during all the transitions. The Portage Mary B staff as well as the Portage Assisted Living staff are excellent and we appreciate them everyday. I hope the Bickford Management does too.

  • Sep 1, 2024

    Very excited about the hiring of our new executive director. We know she is committed to the residents and Bickford. I also believe we will have someone that will stay and is committed. Now if we could just find a good nurse that will stay.

  • Jul 1, 2024

    (name removed), the activities Director in Mary B's is phenomenal. She is so kind and loving to each of the residents. I can tell she truly cares about them.

  • Jun 1, 2024

    Bickford has been a Godsend to our family! I have been so impressed with the care, communication and concern the staff has shown to my older brother since his arrival less than a year ago. I am more than pleased.

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