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Bickford of Aurora

7 S Orchard Rd

4.8(67 ratings)· Aurora average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
60 residents

California CDSS

What Families Think

Families overwhelmingly describe Bickford of Aurora as a warm, home-like community where staff know residents personally and provide attentive support, including in the memory care neighborhood, Mary B's. A small number of reviewers, however, reported staffing turnover, unexplained rate increases, and lapses in promised extras like outings and personal supplies.

The Good

  • Staff described as compassionate and attentive by many families
  • Memory care unit (Mary B's) praised for patient, skilled care
  • Facility consistently called clean, homey, and welcoming
  • Strong communication with families noted by multiple reviewers
  • Respite stays available for short-term needs
  • Daily wellness activities like exercise and social programming

The Bad

  • One report of high staff turnover and understaffing affecting consistency of care
  • One report of unexplained rate increases and unresponsive billing questions
  • One report of promised outings and personal supplies not consistently provided
  • One report of management being unresponsive to family concerns

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Bickford of Aurora is a senior living community in Aurora, Illinois offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 67 reviews.

About Bickford of Aurora

Bickford of Aurora is an assisted living and memory care community in Aurora, Illinois that provides personalized support with daily activities including meals, grooming, and medication management. The community offers specialized, research-backed programming for seniors with dementia designed to support meaningful engagement and independence.

The community emphasizes wellness through daily activities and programs. Morning movement and exercise are central to their approach, including group stretches, walking clubs, and chair exercises that support physical strength, cognitive health, and emotional well-being. Staff use technology tools including Care Tracker and HigherPath to coordinate personalized, proactive care and monitor wellness trends for each resident.

Bickford of Aurora offers a range of recreational and social activities designed to foster connection and engagement. These include themed celebrations such as a 1950s Day event, creative activities like flower arranging and mosaic frame-making, outings to local businesses, games and friendly competitions, and cultural programming. An Art Club explores topics such as White House artwork, and residents participate in seasonal festivities and community celebrations.

The community operates multiple neighborhoods, including Mary B's, where residents engage in activities tailored to their interests and abilities. Staff are described as compassionate and dedicated, with emphasis placed on creating an environment where residents maintain purpose, independence, and meaningful connections with one another and caregivers.

Types of Care at Bickford of Aurora

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Games
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Bickford of Aurora

4.8overall · 67 ratings combined

4.8★ on Google (67)

Kelley Kroll

Jul 2026

via Google

I have had a great experience with Bickford Aurora so far. This was a tough decision to make, but Katie and the rest of the staff have made me feel at ease. I know they are looking out for my parents when I can't be there.

Melody Anderson

Jul 2026

via Google

From the moment you walk into Bickford of Aurora, you're greeted by a warm, welcoming atmosphere that truly feels like home. The building is beautiful, comfortable, and inviting, making residents and visitors feel at ease.<br>The staff are incredibly caring, compassionate, and attentive. They take the time to get to know each resident and treat them with kindness, dignity, and respect. As an outside hospice nurse, I've had the opportunity to work alongside many of the caregivers, and I'm consistently impressed by their professionalism and genuine concern for the people they care for.<br>The care provided in the Mary B's Memory Care unit is exceptional. The team is patient, skilled, and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment for residents living with memory loss. It's evident that they truly care about each person's well-being and quality of life.<br>I have great confidence in the care provided at Bickford of Aurora and would not hesitate to recommend this community to families looking for compassionate memory care for their loved one.

Amanda Grayson

Jul 2026

via Google

My father in law had dementia and it was time to find somewhere close to home that would give him the best care. After a lot of searching, Bickford of Aurora was the best choice for our family. My father in law was well cared for all the way to the very end of his life. The staff was all so wonderful. Each and every staff member not only knew my mother in law that was there daily, but knew the rest of us that came often, but not as often as my mother in law. The evening my father in law passed away, you could see how shattered the staff was. The compassion that they showed our family through my father in law’s time at Bickford carried through until the very end. Staff even came to the wake and continue to check in on our family even to this day. When you become a part of Bickford, you just don’t become a patient, you become a part of their family that each staff member truly cares about and that is extended to the family of the resident. We are forever grateful for everything Bickford.

Mark & Tami Pokorny

Jul 2026

via Google

My dad has been a resident at Bickford of Aurora for about 2 months and my family is very pleased with his care in assisted living. We originally toured three years ago when my dad was diagnosed w dementia symptoms. We have Katie to thank for her outreach and patience for the timely caring way he was able to be admitted when he was no longer able to stay at home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Bickford of Aurora offer?

Bickford of Aurora offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Bickford of Aurora located?

Bickford of Aurora is located at 7 S Orchard Rd in Aurora, Illinois.

What do families say about Bickford of Aurora?

Families overwhelmingly describe Bickford of Aurora as a warm, home-like community where staff know residents personally and provide attentive support, including in the memory care neighborhood, Mary B's. A small number of reviewers, however, reported staffing turnover, unexplained rate increases, and lapses in promised extras like outings and personal supplies.

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