Nearly every evening, these lovely ladies are often found working together on a puzzle by the Cozy Corner at Bickford of Virginia Beach. Their teamwork and friendly conversation fill the space with warmth as each piece finds its perfect place. It’s these simple moments of connection that make our evenings so special. If you feel concern about your loved one feeling isolated and lonely, please reach out to Heather, Family Advocate, at 757-792-8411. We would be honored to help! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

It was shopping day at Bickford as residents browsed our Bingo Bucks Yard Sale! Each resident got to “shop” using Bingo Bucks they’ve won in recent games, picking out useful items that caught their eye. It’s a creative and engaging way to make bingo even more rewarding—and bring a little extra excitement to the day! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

What a fun time we had at our 5th Annual Bickford of Virginia Beach Chili Cook Off! Congratulations to our chili winners: First Place - Andrew Mace of Compass Senior Solutions, Second Place - Matt Silver of Equilibrio Home Health, and Third Place - Jaime Gerhardt of Fox Rehab. Also, thank you to all our other chili, cornbread, or cider contributors: Archer Curro of Trinity Hospice, Edie Hawkins of Time of the Season, Lindy Casale-Rinaldi of Amedysis Hospice, Matt Jones of First Light Home Care, Sara Likens of Neptune Cremation, and Bickford of Virginia Beach’s Executive Director Loryn and Family Advocate Heather. We were also joined by many, many other senior care professionals! Our residents enjoyed tasting the various chilis and were able to vote for their favorites! This is an annual favorite and this year certainly didn’t disappoint! Thank you to all for helping making it so great! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

We are thrilled to announce that Bickford of Virginia Beach has been honored with the AHCA/NCAL Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award, a national recognition grounded in the Baldrige Performance Excellence framework. The Baldrige Award is the nation’s highest standard for organizational excellence. It looks at how well an organization leads, plans for the future, supports its team, engages with those it serves, and achieves results. This means our recognition is based on a rigorous review of the quality of care and services we provide. Here’s what this recognition means for Bickford, our residents, families, and team: • It validates the hard work of our team — from caregivers to administration — in maintaining high standards of care and service. • It ensures that our residents and their families can trust that we are operating with rigorous accountability and a data-driven approach to improvement. • It highlights our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive, enriching environment where residents can truly thrive. To our entire staff: this honor belongs to you. Your dedication, compassion, and willingness to adapt and grow are what make Bickford not just a place of care, but a place of excellence. Together, we will keep raising the bar. Thank you to our residents, families, and community partners — and congratulations to everyone at Bickford of Virginia Beach for reaching this milestone.

Please join us for our 5th Annual Chili Cook-off! RSVPs are required - please email Heather at heather.starr-cress@bickfordseniorliving.com or text at 757-418-4582. We are looking forward to another great year of delicious chili and great conversation!

Residents of Bickford of Virginia Beach had a wonderful time attending the annual air show at Oceana Air Base. The highlight of the day was watching the incredible Blue Angels perform. A special thank you to our resident Jeanne for suggesting this memorable outing, and to Jasmine, our Happiness Coordinator, for planning the day. Along with Jasmine, thank you to the dedicated BFMs and Loryn, our Executive Director, for making it possible by accompanying our group. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

At Bickford of Virginia Beach, our residents enjoy staying active with our indoor walking club. Walking is a safe and effective way for seniors to keep their bodies moving, improve balance, and maintain strength. It also lifts spirits and supports overall well-being. We were also joined by volunteer, Kellie! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Recently, we enjoyed making homemade pizzas! It was a fun activity! Yum! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Resident voices are at the heart of daily life. Our resident council gives residents the opportunity to share ideas, express concerns, and help shape activities, dining, and the overall environment of their home. It fosters empowerment, respect, and collaboration—ensuring each resident not only feels heard, but also valued as an active part of the community. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Great grandparents and great grandchildren share a bond that spans generations and carries so much love and joy. The stories, lessons, and laughter exchanged between them create memories that become family treasures. It’s a reminder that family is not just about the present—it’s about the roots we come from and the future we help shape. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care