Bickford of Gurnee

Bickford of Gurnee is an assisted living and Montessori memory care community located in Gurnee, Illinois. The community offers personalized assistance with activities of daily living including meals, grooming, and medication management, along with a research-backed approach designed to support seniors with dementia in living meaningful lives.

The community operates under the HigherPath Senior Care Model, which emphasizes proactive, preventive care rather than reactive treatment. Through ongoing assessments, personalized care plans, medication reviews, and close collaboration between nursing staff and caregivers, the community focuses on identifying potential health concerns before they become problems. The community reports an average falls with injury rate of 0.03, reflecting its commitment to safety and risk reduction.

Programming at Bickford of Gurnee includes activities and events designed to foster resident engagement and connection. The community features Lifesong Stations as part of its Montessori program, encouraging residents to complete activities independently with cognitive supports. A Montessori Question Board prompts residents to share opinions, spark conversations, and reminisce about memories. Residents participate in outings to local destinations such as Emily's Pancake House and Independence Grove, holiday celebrations, sing-alongs, happy hours, and weekly resident polls that encourage discussion and friendly debate.

The community emphasizes meaningful social connections and friendship across generations. Staff support residents in building relationships and appreciating life's simple pleasures while maintaining the comfort, privacy, and routines that help residents feel at home. Bible study is offered to residents on a bi-weekly basis led by a community volunteer.