Press Releases
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Tree Planting Ceremony at New Bickford Branch in Crown Point, Indiana - Bickford Senior Living is excited to be a part of the Crown Point community with our newest branch, Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care of Crown Point opening Summer 2013! » Read Article
We invite you to join us for our Tree Planting Ceremony with the planting of a tree in the heart of the courtyard. The Tree Planting Ceremony symbolizes a new life in the construction of the branch and the continuation of our Bickford family as well as an ongoing opportunity to enrich the happiness in the lives of residents.
The event will take place on Thursday, November 1, 2012 from 11am-1pm on the site. Mayor David Uran and Sue Reed, President and CEO of the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce will be presenting. Free lunch will be provided along with an opportunity to participate in a raffle drawing. Please RSVP to Carrie at 815-409-9460 or carrie.tatroe@enrichinghappiness.com.
Bickford Senior Living is pleased to announce that it has taken ownership of land and begun building in Crown Point, IN. Bickford Senior Living has begun the transition process of aligning this new community to it’s portfolio of 45 existing premier Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care branches in seven Midwestern states and Georgia.
Bickford Assisted Living and Memory Care of Crown Point is just miles 40 miles from the heart of the Chicago. This new branch will include a total of 58 apartments and provide similar services to Bickford’s existing portfolio.
“We’re extremely pleased to add this new community to the Bickford Family. Being able to establish a footprint in Indiana has been a goal of ours and we look forward to future growth within the state” said Carrie Tatroe, Opening Specialist for Bickford Senior Living.
“We saw this opportunity as something that not only will enhance our portfolio, but we’ll be able to expand upon what we do best as an organization. Bickford Senior Living understands the needs of families all across the Midwest and we’ve been able to develop unique branches with unique services that have enhanced the lives of thousands” Tatroe added.
Andy Eby, President of Bickford Senior Living added “We’re excited to bring Bickford to the Crown Point area. We built our first branch in Olathe, Kansas nearly 20 years ago, for our grandmother, Mary Bickford. She suffered with Alzheimer’s and my parents could not find a place the family felt comfortable with – so our family built a place that was ours. As a result, we’re proud to have been one of the pioneers of assisted living and memory care communities in the state of Kansas.” Eby referenced that “We’re a different type of organization. We work hard to enrich the happiness in the lives of everyone we are privileged to serve. The Bickford approach to senior living is perfectly summed up by our foundational belief; “Created to care for our family, devoted to serving yours.””
About Bickford Senior Living:
Bickford Senior Living manages and operates over 45 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care branches in Kansas, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Nebraska and Michigan, with headquarters located in Olathe, KS. The company was created when owners, Don & Judie Eby, were unable to find a quality assisted living residence for their mother, Mary Bickford who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
For more information about Bickford Senior Living visit www.enrichinghappiness.com
Bickford Senior Living Assumes Operations of three Dynamic Assisted Living and Memory Care Branches within the Atlanta Metropolitan Area - Bickford Senior Living is pleased to announce that it has assumed operations of Dogwood Forest Buckhead Assisted Living and Memory Care (Atlanta, Georgia), Dogwood Forest Marietta Assisted Living and Memory Care (Marietta, Georgia) and Dogwood Forest Alpharetta – North Point Assisted Living and Memory Care (Alpharetta, Georgia). Bickford Senior Living has begun the transition process of aligning these three new communities to their portfolio of 45 existing premier Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care branches in seven Midwestern states. » Read Article
Dogwood Forest Buckhead Assisted Living and Memory Care, Dogwood Forest Marietta Assisted Living and Memory Care and Dogwood Forest Alpharetta – North Point Assisted Living and Memory Care are just miles from the heart of the Atlanta. Combined, these three new branches include a total of 198 apartments and provide similar services to Bickford's existing portfolio.
"We're extremely pleased to add these three new dynamic communities to the Bickford Family. Being able to establish a footprint in the Southeastern part of the country has been a goal of ours and we look forward to future growth within the Atlanta area." Said Tracie Kolody, Divisional Director of Operations for Bickford Senior Living.
"We saw this opportunity as something that not only will enhance our portfolio, but we'll be able to expand upon what we do best as an organization. Bickford Senior Living understands the needs of families all across the Midwest and we've been able to develop unique branches with unique services that have enhanced the lives of thousands." Kolody went on to say that, "as part of adding these communities to our family, we're excited to announce that we'll be updating and renovating all three branches, which will include Bickford's signature elements. In addition, Bickford will rename the branches to "Bickford of Buckhead", "Bickford of Marietta" and "Bickford of Alpharetta".
Joe Eby, President of Bickford Senior Living added "We're excited to bring Bickford to the Atlanta area. We built our first branch in Olathe, Kansas nearly 20 years ago, for our grandmother, Mary Bickford. She suffered with Alzheimer's and my parents could not find a place the family felt comfortable with – so our family built a place that was. As a result, we're proud to have been one of the pioneers of assisted iving and memory care communities in the state of Kansas." Eby referenced that "We're a different type of organization. We work hard to enrich the happiness in the lives of everyone we are privileged to serve. The Bickford approach to senior living is perfectly summed up by our foundational belief; "Created to care for our family, devoted to serving yours."
Shopper's Showcase at Bickford! - Bickford Senior Living branches across the Midwest are hosting a vendor based shopping event called Shopper’s Showcase. This event is open to the public and admission is free. » Read Article
Bickford of St. Charles Recruiting Partners for Community Connections Resource Center - Bickford of St Charles is developing a community resource center to provide informational, educational, and life enrichment activities to the greater community. The Bickford of St Charles Community Connections Resource Center will benefit both organizations to promote awareness of their services and information, and to local residents interested in positively influencing their health and wellness, all in one location. » Read Article
Bickford Hosts Veteran's BBQ - Bickford Senior Living branches throughout the Midwest will host their second annual Veteran’s Benefits Barbeque (V-B-QUE) to honor Veterans and celebrate Independence Day. This event is created to “give back” by educating Veterans on the financial healthcare benefits specifically available to them through a fun and enjoyable day with gifts, dinner, and entertainment. » Read Article
