Montessori Engagement Coordinator Sueanna is bringing a taste of Ireland to Happy Hour today. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day and our international Happy Hour theme this month, she is making a delicious Guinness Dubliner dip paired with homemade crisps for everyone to enjoy. Residents are gathering together to share a festive treat and celebrate the flavors and traditions of Ireland. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Trivia is more than just fun—it’s great exercise for the brain. For older adults, trivia helps stimulate memory, encourage problem-solving, and keep the mind active. It also sparks conversation, laughter, and friendly competition, which helps strengthen social connections and boost overall mood. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Last month, love was in the air at Bickford as our Montessori Engagement Coordinator, Sueanna, planned a special Valentine’s dinner just for couples in our community. Residents and their spouses enjoyed a beautiful evening together with a thoughtfully prepared meal, warm conversation, and time to celebrate the relationships that mean so much. Moments like these remind us that love, connection, and shared experiences continue to grow at every stage of life. We’re grateful to Sueanna for creating such a meaningful evening for our residents and their loved ones. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

At Bickford of Virginia Beach, caring for our residents means paying attention to the details that support their health each day. Our team regularly checks important vitals like blood pressure, pulse, weight, and temperature to help monitor overall wellbeing. These vitals are charted in real time using August Health, our secure online care system. This allows our nurses and care team to quickly track trends, communicate with healthcare providers, and respond early if something changes. Using August Health helps us provide more accurate, coordinated care—giving families peace of mind and helping our residents stay healthier, happier, longer. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

New friendships can bring so much joy to seniors. A new friend means new conversations, shared laughter, and someone to enjoy the day with. It’s a reminder that connection and friendship can happen at any age. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

It’s love. Sometimes love is found in the little things — a thoughtfully prepared dessert, familiar flavors, and a moment shared around the table. Today’s lemon blueberry parfait was more than just a treat. It was a reminder that care is often expressed through the simple details that make someone’s day a little brighter. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Happy Birthday, Doris! You love celebrating your special day, and we love celebrating you. Wishing you a day filled with joy and a wonderful year ahead. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

At Bickford of Virginia Beach, our caregivers are called BFMs — Bickford Family Members — because they care like family. Each day in Virginia Beach, our BFMs build real connections with our residents. They offer support, share conversations, and take time to truly know each person. It’s these simple, meaningful relationships that make our community feel like home. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

The Girl Scouts joined our residents at Bickford of Virginia Beach for an afternoon of Bingo and fun. It was a wonderful time of laughter, friendly competition, and meaningful connection across generations. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

We’ve had such a great time with the Averitt nursing students who have been spending the past several weeks with us! Recently, we enjoyed playing *Oodles of Doodles* and *Kings on the Corner*, sharing lots of smiles and friendly competition along the way. We hope their time here not only strengthens their skills, but also sparks a lasting love for geriatric nursing. Our seniors truly show that this stage of life can be vibrant and social — so much more than what many experience when living at home alone. We’re grateful for the energy, compassion, and enthusiasm these students brought each visit! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care