Bickford of Battle Creek stands alone as a senior living community that gives a wide range of care. The place takes in older adults who need just a little help, as well as those with higher care needs, and they've got levels of care to fit all sorts of folks. The staffy folks stay on duty 24 hours a day, so someone's always around, and they can care for residents who deal with diabetes, trouble using the bathroom, and even some tough behavioral needs or wandering. There's a separate, purpose-built memory care area for people with Alzheimer's or other kinds of dementia, and they use special technology-bracelets with alarms and computer systems-to make sure no resident wanders off or gets lost, which helps families rest a little easier, and they've got staff who know how to help folks who get confused or might try to leave.
The place has both wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs for bath time, and they help with all the usual things like moving about, getting dressed, washing up, and taking medicine on time, so a person doesn't have to worry if they've gotten a bit forgetful. If someone is dealing with end-of-life care or just needs to recover for a bit, Bickford of Battle Creek also has hospice and respite services, which means they're ready even for short stays or more serious care, and there's a full team, including nurses and a doctor on call, plus a special model called HigherPath where the team tries to spot health problems early on.
Residents who bring pets can keep a dog or cat with them, and there's help caring for them. There's a full calendar, so folks can join activities like art classes, trivia games, Wii bowling, or devotional services, and the activity director keeps things going, aiming to help residents feel connected and active in body and mind, whether they like a lively group or just some simple fun. Staff pay attention to make sure people get reminders for bathroom visits, daily grooming, and socializing, and the memory care building stays locked and monitored, so families don't have to worry quite as much about loved ones with memory issues.
The food is homemade and cooked from scratch by a team of meal planners and chefs, so residents get good meals every day, and there's even a beauty salon on site to help folks look and feel their best. The community has internet, allows pets, and the rooms are ready for people who want to age in place, meaning they don't need to move as care needs change, and there's transportation for appointments or trips, but it might cost extra.
Bickford of Battle Creek also offers help with managing medications and special care programs for folks who need it, with resources for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and even skilled nursing if health takes a turn. It's licensed and verified for safety, and has programs, training, and a committee portal to help the staff keep up with standards and better ways to care for the residents. The focus is on giving a safe, caring place where people can stay social, get the help they need, and feel a bit of comfort as they get older, and that seems to be what they're aiming for. More information sits on their website, www.bickfordseniorliving.com.
