nina nitz
Sep 2026
I had a great experience and received the best care from Varsale Jackson. She went above and beyond to provide my grandma the care our elders deserve. Thank you. ❤️
Bickford of Portage
4707 W Milham Ave4.7(46 ratings)· Portage average: 4.4
Part of Bickford Senior Living · 50 communities · 4.5★ average · (1 other nearby)
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1 / 6Quick Facts
- Licensed capacity
- 71 residents
- Licensed operator
- Portage Bickford Cottage LLC
- Family Communication
- Monthly family feedback sessions on resident well-being
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What Families Think
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Bickford of Portage is an assisted living and memory care community that emphasizes a personalized, research-based approach to dementia care alongside an active social calendar. While no direct family reviews were provided, the available profile highlights attentive staff and regular family communication about resident well-being.
What reviewers praise
- Research-backed approach to dementia care
- Frequent themed events and social activities
- Staff described as attentive and respectful
- Monthly family feedback to maintain transparency
What reviewers flag
- No published pricing information
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Bickford of Portage is a senior living community in Portage, Michigan offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 46 reviews.
About Bickford of Portage
Bickford of Portage is an assisted living and memory care community in Portage, Michigan. The community offers personalized help with activities of daily living such as meals, grooming, and medication management, along with a research-backed approach for seniors with dementia designed to support meaningful living.
The community operates using the Higher Path Health model, a personalized and holistic approach to senior care that emphasizes empowering residents to live with purpose and dignity. Care staff are described as alert, responsive, and respectful, speaking to residents by name and maintaining a friendly demeanor throughout the community.
Bickford of Portage creates an active environment with frequent community events and activities. Residents participate in programs including Senior Summer Olympics featuring games like ring toss and disc toss, themed events such as Back to the '50s celebrations with live entertainment, balloon badminton, penny auctions, Happy Hour social gatherings, and a Farmers Market where residents can shop for fresh produce.
The community partners with Fox Therapy to support its care model and gathers monthly feedback from families to maintain transparency about operations and resident well-being. Staff receive recognition for their commitment to resident care and community support.
Types of Care at Bickford of Portage
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Games
- Religious Services
- Social Activities
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Bickford of Portage
4.7overall · 46 ratings combined
4.7★ on Google (46)
Meredith Calhoun
Sep 2026
When I went in to see my aunt, I met mollie. Mollie is very kind and is genuine. My aunt raves about her all the time. Mollie provides excellent care, I don’t have to worry about the lack of care my aunt receives because I know mollie will go above and beyond for all her residents. Thank you Mollie. You deserve a raise:)
Shanteia Smith
Sep 2026
Great staff employee Varsale Jackson was so helpful with my grandmother.
Tara Ford
Sep 2026
I had a good experience with Varsale Jackson. She greeted me when I came in. She helped me find a room, and she also helped me when I dropped my bag of popcorn on the ground. Thank u Varsale Jackson u are a amazing person inside in out keep up the great work 🙌
Serenity Williams
Sep 2026
I had a great experience with varsale Jackson she is a great worker
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Bickford of Portage offer?
Bickford of Portage offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Bickford of Portage located?
Bickford of Portage is located at 4707 W Milham Ave in Portage, Michigan.
What do families say about Bickford of Portage?
Bickford of Portage carries a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 46 Google reviews. Bickford of Portage is an assisted living and memory care community that emphasizes a personalized, research-based approach to dementia care alongside an active social calendar. While no direct family reviews were provided, the available profile highlights attentive staff and regular family communication about resident well-being. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
How can families visit Bickford of Portage?
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