Thank you to Sara Likens of Neptune Cremation for sponsoring our 90s-themed day as we celebrated National Assisted Living Week! The 90s music, snacks, and drinks made it a fun way for our team to celebrate, and our residents enjoyed some delicious treats, too. Thank you, Sara and Neptune Cremation, for helping make the day so much fun! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

As September rolls on, it called for something warm from the oven! Our Mary B’s residents at Bickford of Virginia Beach enjoyed making muffins together recently. From measuring and mixing to baking and enjoying the finished treat, this is Montessori in action—residents taking part in familiar, purposeful activities and using their skills in a way that feels natural and enjoyable. A perfect activity for welcoming the cooler days ahead! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

A huge thank you to Frank and Suncrest Hospice for helping us celebrate National Assisted Living Week and our 1980s-themed day! This year’s theme, “Shining through the Years,” gave us the perfect excuse to travel through the decades, and Frank made the ’80s especially fun with retro props and an incredible spread of treats. From decadent Crumbl cookies and iced coffees to lemonade and plenty of other goodies, our team was definitely spoiled! We are so grateful for community partners like Suncrest Hospice who always show up with such generosity and help us make these celebrations extra special. Thank you, Frank and Suncrest Hospice, for helping us shine through the years! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Bickford of Virginia Beach is celebrating National Assisted Living Week by traveling through the decades—one day at a time! For our 1960s celebration, we channeled our inner hippies by decorating colorful peace signs and sporting some pretty groovy glasses. It was a fun-filled day of peace, love, creativity, and plenty of smiles as we continued “Shining Through the Years!” Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Executive Director Loryn and Montessori Engagement Coordinator Sueanna channeled their inner flower children for our 1960s-themed day at Bickford of Virginia Beach. Their groovy style and fun-loving spirit helped make our National Assisted Living Week celebration even brighter as we continue “Shining Through the Years”. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Peace, Love, and Pizza! National Assisted Living Week is here, and this year’s theme is “Shining Through the Years!” At Bickford of Virginia Beach, we’re celebrating a different decade each day—and today, we traveled back to the 1960s! A huge thank-you to Equilibrio Home Health for helping us celebrate with a delicious pizza lunch for our amazing team members. We’re so grateful for your generosity and continued partnership! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Our new weekly bowling activity uncovered a wonderful piece of Clayton’s history! As a young man, Clayton worked as a pinboy—resetting bowling pins by hand before automatic pinsetters became the norm. The moment bowling began, that familiar experience came right back to him! Clayton immediately began helping set up the pins, sharing bowling tips, and enthusiastically cheering for every resident who took a turn. He proudly mentioned his days as a pinboy repeatedly, and his excitement and positive energy were absolutely contagious. This is Montessori in action: creating an opportunity for a resident’s past experiences, skills, and memories to become a meaningful role in the present. Clayton wasn’t simply participating in bowling—he became our resident bowling expert, coach, pin setter, and biggest cheerleader! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

We love playing our own version of Family Feud! It’s so nostalgic and gets our brains working to come up with best answers. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

A Taste of Italy, the Montessori Way! Our residents teamed up with Montessori Engagement Coordinator Sueanna and BFM LaToya to create our Taste of Italy Bingo cards! They helped choose the Italian foods and cultural themes featured on the cards, adding their own ideas and creativity along the way. This is Montessori in action—residents actively involved in creating something fun for everyone to enjoy! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Our recent trip to the Virginia Aquarium was filled with fascinating marine life, great conversation, and wonderful moments together. Our residents enjoyed exploring the exhibits and sharing this special outing with friends. It was a memorable day for Bickford of Virginia Beach! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care