Fox Rehab therapist Joanna and resident Janice were working on balance while also making it fun. Fox Rehab is a huge part of our Higher Path approach to care for our seniors - we want to be proactively working to help our residents live the healthiest, safest, and happiest that they can. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Our Bread Basket Kitchen features seasonal and homemade items for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner every day. We loved a new dessert - Caramel Apple Cream Puffs! Delicious! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

We were busy making homemade dog biscuits for a furry residents and visitors! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Meet Yolanda Bennett, our Health and Wellness Coordinator. Her office is located in Mary B’s Symphony. We are so happy to have her join us! Yolanda shared: “ I’ve been a cna for 3 years and I’ve been a LPN for 23 years . I have 3 sons and 6 grandchildren. A doggie named Dexter my baby. I love hats and dresses. I also love the water. I grew up in DC where we swam every summer, I miss pools. I’m a foodie. I love grilled cheese and tomato soup. Taking care of people any age is my passion. I’m excited to get to know the residents, their families and the staff. Think you for the opportunity to love your love one.” Please be sure to say hello to Yolanda the next time you are in the branch. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Meet Nala and Bella! They were enjoyed immensely by our Mary B’s Symphony residents. These darling pug-mix sisters are currently available at the VB SPCA. They came and visited us with the Visiting Paws program. We can vouch that these sweet girls would be the perfect addition to any family!

Meet Nala and Bella! These darling pug-mix sisters are currently available at the VB SPCA. They came and visited us with the Visiting Paws program. We can vouch that these sweet girls would be the perfect addition to any family! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Be a Flu Fighter on October 10! Please complete the Flu Vaccine Consent in August Health, our electronic health record's system, for your loved one to receive the annual Flu Vaccine! Resident families are also invited to receive their flu consent by reaching out to Jasmine Wright by October 5. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Meet Brooke Fox, our new Happiness Coordinator! We are so happy for her to join us! Brooke shared: “ I was born and raised in Muncie, Indiana. My husband and I are new to VB. We’ve been here 8 weeks and absolutely love the area. We have two grown children who still live in Indiana. I started out as a CNA and I’ve worked in different long term care settings for the last 28 years. Over the years I was very active in our community theatre and I hope to find a new “theatre family” here in VB! In my free time I enjoy reading, knitting, cooking, and going to the beach. I’m so excited to get to know everyone at Bickford and plan some fun fall activities!” Be sure to meet Brooke the next time you are visiting the branch! She is pictured above with resident Kay, during a recent lunch out. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Our residents, families, senior care professional friends, and BFMs enjoyed tasting all the chilis during our 4th Annual Chili Cookoff! Thank you to all who brought their best chili, cornbread, and cider to share. Our participants included our own Bickford Family Advocate Heather, Archer of Trinity Hospice, Brad of Bristol Hospice, Michelle of Fox Rehab, Mikelle of Golden Lifestyle Partners, Sean of Century 21, Suzanne of First Light Home Care, Tara of Equilibrio Home Health, and Vernon of Align Senior Care. We loved tasting all the unique recipes and connecting with everyone. Can’t wait to do it all again next year!#BickfordChiliCookoff #CommunitySpirit #ChiliLove Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

A heartfelt thank you to our friends, Bill and Derek, from American Legion Post 113, for serving as our guest judges at the 4th Annual Chili Cookoff! Congratulations to our winners: First Place - Michelle of Fox Rehab (Beef Chili), Brad of Bristol Hospice (Texas Chili), and Archer of Trinity Hospice (Vegan Chili) Your involvement brought an extra layer of excitement to the event. Here’s to many more delicious cook-offs together!#ChiliCookoff #CommunitySupport #ThankYou Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care