We have one beautiful studio apartment available, with a view of our courtyard! This is a rare occurrence, so please reach out to Heather (757-792-8411) ASAP if you are interested in securing this apartment for your loved one! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

This week, our ladies in Mary B’s Symphony assisted our Bread Basket Manager, Samantha, with making Lucky Charms treat bars for St. Patrick’s Day! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

We are excited to share Keith's Higher Path story. With a team, proactively and collaboratively working diligently, our residents get to live healthier, happier, longer lives. If you would like to learn how to get your loved one on the Higher Path, please reach out to Heather at 757-792-8411. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Come meet with Tracie Payne, Medicare expert with Align Senior Care, tomorrow at Bickford of Virginia Beach, between 10am-2pm. Grab a donut and learn whether or not your loved one’s insurance is the best option for them! Our Align plan is a distinct part of our Higher Path proactive approach to care and it carries some wonderful benefits! If you would like to schedule a specific time to meet or speak with Tracie, please reach out to Heather at 757-418-4582. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

St Patrick’s Day meals are always a hit. Today at lunch, we enjoyed salmon or corned beef, potatoes, cabbage, carrots, salad, Irish soda bread, and a special dessert! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Residents Kay and Shirley M. are ready to tackle this challenging puzzle! These ladies always achieve whatever they set their minds to! We can’t wait to see how it turns out! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Resident Shirley B. and Fox Rehab Therapist Shelby were having a great workout together! Our Fox Rehab team is a huge part of our Higher Path proactive approach to care. Here’s to living happier, healthier longer! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care

Freshly baked homemade chocolate cake from our Bread Basket kitchen! Our residents enjoyed this sweet treat today at lunch! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care #HomemadeGoodness #SeniorLiving #BreadBasketKitchen #SweetMoments

Montessori for Dementia: A Path to Empowerment and Connection Did you know that Montessori principles can help enhance the lives of individuals living with dementia? Montessori for dementia is an innovative approach that focuses on creating meaningful and purposeful activities tailored to each person's abilities and interests. Inspired by the Montessori method, it encourages engagement, independence, and dignity, providing a sense of achievement and joy. What makes it so effective? Individualized learning – Activities are designed based on the person's current abilities, not their diagnosis. Hands-on approach – Tasks like folding clothes, sorting objects, or gardening allow individuals to engage actively and meaningfully. Promotes dignity – It emphasizes respect and honors the person's uniqueness, supporting their autonomy. Fosters social connections – Group activities encourage interaction, reducing feelings of isolation. If you have a loved one with dementia or care for someone, consider exploring Montessori techniques. It’s a beautiful way to promote both mental stimulation and emotional well-being, helping individuals feel seen and heard. We are on our way to Bronze level Montessori accreditation and going for gold! Tour today to see Montessori for Dementia at work! Please call Heather at 757-792-8411 to schedule your tour. Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care #Higherpath #HappierHealthierLonger #MontessoriforDementia

Today, we brought New Orleans to Virginia Beach as we celebrated Mardi Gras by making masks and watching our Bread Basket Manager, Sam, make Bananas Foster. We enjoyed shrimp and grits and jambalaya for lunch. In the afternoon, we shared a King Cake and resident Keith was the lucky one who found the “baby” in his piece of cake! Bickford of Virginia Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care