Bickford of Fort Dodge

Bickford of Fort Dodge serves seniors with many living options all on one campus, offering independent living for those who want to maintain their own routines, assisted living services for people who need support with daily tasks like bathing or medication, and memory care settings for seniors needing safe care due to Alzheimer's or other dementia. The community has continuing care features, so residents can receive more help as their needs change, including access to nursing home care and hospice services without having to move away, and they welcome both short-term respite stays and long-term arrangements. Apartments are private and come with their own bathrooms, door locks for security, and kitchenettes where residents can prepare snacks, plus every unit has emergency call systems in case someone needs help right away, which feels comforting and safe, especially with ergonomic design touches and showers made for seniors. Bickford of Fort Dodge welcomes pets and offers pet therapy, and residents can relax and make friends in shared areas like the residents lounge, activity room, sunroom, and screened porch, and there's a beauty salon right on site if someone wants a haircut without having to leave the building, while regular meals are prepared by chefs who focus on both flavor and nutrition, and there are always options for social gatherings and worship services both inside and outside. Seniors can join meditation, support groups, educational programs, and various activities aimed at keeping their minds and bodies active, and community staff takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and provides transportation if residents want to get out for appointments or recreational outings. Security is important-Bickford uses controlled access buildings and has caregivers and a registered nurse close at hand for care coordination and attention. The staff supports medication management and helps residents as needed, including mobility assistance, with customized, all-inclusive care service plans so there aren't surprise fees, and families say the staff keeps the buildings tidy and pays attention to small things that matter. People can decorate their apartments to feel more like home since the community wants each person to keep their own style, and Wi-Fi is available everywhere in the building for those who want to stay in touch with loved ones. Bickford uses the HigherPath senior health model, which means there's a focus on proactive health and well-being-staff tries to spot issues early and keep everyone as independent as possible for as long as possible, whether someone's in independent living, assisted living, or memory care. Bickford of Fort Dodge has received several awards for care and engagement, and residents can take tours of the place to see daily life, meals, and activities, with both indoor and outdoor spaces like walking paths and a courtyard to encourage fresh air and movement, and all these pieces come together to make a safe, comfortable life for seniors, no matter what level of care they need.

Bickford of Fort Dodge is managed by Bickford Senior Living.

Bickford Senior Living was founded in 1991 by Don and Judie Eby when they were unable to find quality assisted living care for Don's mother, Mary Bickford, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. The company opened its first facility in November 1992 in Kansas, becoming one of the state's first assisted living residences. Headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, Bickford remains a family-owned and operated business committed to serving families with compassionate care for over three decades. Today, Bickford Senior Living operates approximately 54-61 communities across 10 states, including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Virginia, and Georgia.