Bickford of Portage is an energetic assisted living community in Portage, Michigan. It is within fetching Kalamazoo County which is part of the Great Lakes State.
Our family of caregivers brings a great love to whatever it is that we do. It’s not only about what we do but how we do it.
Our philosophy of care is based on the foundation of our Bickford Family Tree: It was created to care for our family, devoted to serving yours. Our experience led us to connect with so many other families who were going through similar experiences.
Understanding your core needs allows us to know the pathway we must take to make you happy.
We prepare home-style food because we want the dining experience to feel as though our residents are eating at home. We buy the best ingredients on the market and prepare food to order so that we can maximize the quality of that product.
It may be Bickford Senior Living but it is our residents’ dining room - we are cooking in their home. It’s all about them wanting to come down to the dining room and enjoy a great meal. If they consume the food and enjoy the food, then I think we’ve created happiness.
Assistance with Activities of Daily Living
Individualized Service Plan
Nurse reviews plan every 90 days to ensure specific needs and desires are met
5 Levels of Care
Independent to advanced care levels available, decreasing the likelihood of additional moves
Certified Caregivers
Trained to assist with setup, stand-by, or full assistance with: Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Toileting, Mobility
Grooming, Toileting, Mobility
Access to pull cords and pendants to request assistance from caregivers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Dementia Programming
Lifesong Document
Captures residents’ historical information to be utilized thoughtfully by caregivers in daily interactions
Lifesong Baskets/Stations
Items that match residents’ interests and hobbies; used to engage in meaningful leisure activities
Caregiver Training
All caregivers consistently receive advanced dementia care training
Dementia Support Groups
A community to ask questions, get advice and find support
Moments of Happiness
Premium service of small group specialized activities tailored for residents with dementia
Companion Care
Premium service of one-on-one activities to maximize resident engagement
Medication Management
Certified/Licensed Personnel
All medications are administered by trained healthcare professionals
Electronic Medication Administration
Computerized record and tracking system of medication administration
Prescription Fulfillment
Coordination of new and existing orders
Dedicated Pharmacy
Access to a 24-hour pharmacy that exclusively serves Bickford residents
Prescription Review
RN and pharmacist routinely review medications, dosages and administration times in order to reduce potential issues and optimize effectiveness
Treatment
Physician-ordered treatments provided (i.e. TED hose, breathing treatments, dressing changes)
Life Enrichment
Daily Activities
A variety of activities conducted each day tailored to a range of interests: Creative, Intellectual, Spiritual, Life Skills, Physical, Social
Outings
Community trips to local restaurants, shops, parks, etc.
Community Involvement
We partner with individuals and organizations to share their interests and love with our residents (i.e. performers, pet therapy, student visits)
Theme Days
Fun-filled days where activities are coordinated with meals, costumes and decorations (i.e. Western Day, Winter Wonderland)
Family Gatherings
Events geared toward family involvement (i.e. Thanksgiving, Grandparents Day, Easter Egg Hunts)
