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Bickford of Portage

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4707 W. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49024

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5.0
A good fit
Everyone is so kind, caring and helpful. Need to remember the meds are ordered and dispensed as the doctor wrote the order Mom was used to taking them on her schedule. Bickford follows doc orders. Once we figured that out it was all all ok. The staff is great but so busy. Understaff

About the facility
Bickford of Portage

There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers.

But that's not all. Our HigherPath senior health model is nationally acclaimed, acting as a beacon of safety and proactive care. We’re not just waiting for something bad to happen — we’re use proactive, modern, integrated methods to help your loved one live happier, healthier —longer. And did we mention? Our residents are twice as happy compared to other places.

Get your loved one on the HigherPath

Many assisted living facilities seem similar. But Bickford’s nationally recognized senior health model is taking the road less traveled and championing a higher standard of senior care. An interdisciplinary care team will ensure your loved one is getting whatever proactive interventions they need to stay on a higher path.

On-site primary care
High-performing care network
Interdisciplinary care meetings
Integrated health records
Outcome-focused technology

Created to care for our family. Devoted to serving yours.

Bickford was founded in 1991 to care for our own mother. What started out as a family need has blossomed into our life’s work. We’re...

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Pet friendly

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Amenities
at Bickford of Portage

Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Gluten-free
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Meals Provided
  • Pureed Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • No Sugar
  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian

Room Amenities

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Garden View
  • Cable or Satellite TV

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Complimentary Transportation

Pets

  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available

Common areas

  • TV Lounge
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Barber Shop
  • Meeting Room
  • Central Fireplace
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Library

Recreational areas

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Game Room
  • Jacuzzi

Services

  • Beautician
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Community Service Programs
  • Christian Services
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Wine Tasting
  • Birthday Parties
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Tai Chi
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Art Classes
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Activities On-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Gardening Club
  • Stretching Classes
  • Happy Hour
  • Catholic Services
  • Protestant Services
  • Cooking Club
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Holiday Parties
  • Trivia Games
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Book Club
  • Bible Study Group
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Men's Club
  • Walking Club
  • Activities Off-site

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for Bickford of Portage

8.5Review score13 reviews
8.5
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3 star
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A Place for Mom has scored Bickford of Portage with 8.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Bickford of Portage has 13 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.
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4.2
Cleanliness
4.2
Friendliness
4.3
Care Services
4.1
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0
Activities
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Value for Cost
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A Place for Mom has scored Bickford of Portage with 8.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Bickford of Portage has 13 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.
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1-13 of 13 reviews
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
August 26, 2024
3.0
Verified Review
Lack of care
When my mom got there she wasn't able to walk by herself or get out of bed by herself. I think Bickford is a good place for someone who can get around good. My mom was left stranded at Breakfast or in her room at times. We ended up moving her to the [facility name removed]nursing home where they could better care for her. She has passed away at 91 late last year.
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
4
Care Services
3
Staff
3
Meals & Dining
3
Activities
3
Value for Cost
3
Response from Bickford of Portage
September 12, 2024
Thank you for your honest feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please know this is not the standard of care our residents and families have come to expect from us. Will you please call us at 855-254-5010 so we can learn more about your experience? Thank you.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
August 1, 2024
5.0
Verified Review
A good fit
Everyone is so kind, caring and helpful. Need to remember the meds are ordered and dispensed as the doctor wrote the order Mom was used to taking them on her schedule. Bickford follows doc orders. Once we figured that out it was all all ok. The staff is great but so busy. Understaffed for a bit. So requests aren't always taken care of in a timely manner. Emergencies are! Also now have an activity person. So more scheduled activities on a regular basis. Good variety.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
4
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
4
Response from Bickford of Portage
September 12, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are honored to be able to care for your mom.
Theresa Bray - Family/friend
Assisted Living
July 9, 2024
5.0
Very professional staff
From the start, the staff has been fantastic. They are heads and shoulders above most facilities because they understand PTSD and dementia and train their staff appropriately. They have a restaurant style menu and an executive chef. The facility is beautiful and we have only had positive interactions.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
3
Value for Cost
4
Response from Bickford of Portage
July 24, 2024
Thank you Theresa for taking the time to leave us a review. Thank you for trusting us to care for your loved one.
Laurie - Family/friend
Assisted Living
May 31, 2024
5.0
Verified Review
Friendly Caring experience!!
Hope you understand that. Our family member has gotten terminally ill much faster than we thought would happen. Care is good but just could be improved some for the costs that are involved. Otherwise happy so far.. but Hospice is involved now so hopefully Bickford care will continue!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
4
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
4
Response from Bickford of Portage
August 2, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
December 13, 2023
4.0
Verified Review
Review for Bickford of Portage
It has been a good experience so far. Communication is not consistent, but the staff has been wonderful to work with. I chose it because it was cozy and felt more like a home my father would be comfortable in.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Bickford of Portage
December 14, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for allowing us the opportunity to care for your loved one. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us so that we may learn more about your transition and do whatever possible to help smooth out the kinks. You can reach us at 855-254-5010. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
HH - Family/friend
Assisted Living
October 20, 2023
1.0
Verified Review
Review for Bickford of Portage
Don't send your loved ones there, the caretakers don't do a good job of making the residents a priority. And they don't take care of the residents apartments or needs. We picked because it had good reviews and when I toured it, it seemed like a great place.
Cleanliness
1
Friendliness
1
Care Services
1
Staff
1
Meals & Dining
1
Activities
1
Value for Cost
1
Response from Bickford of Portage
October 30, 2023
Thank you for your honest feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please know this is not the standard of care our residents and families have come to expect from us. Will you please call us at 855-254-5010 so we can learn more about your experience? Thank you.
Barbara - Family/friend
Assisted Living
September 28, 2023
4.0
Verified Review
Review for Bickford of Portage
Friends recommended it. Overall I think it's a great place. I do feel like I need to monitor them to ensure that she isn't forgotten about.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Bickford of Portage
October 2, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are honored that you have chosen to allow us to care for your loved one at Bickford of Portage. We truly understand how difficult it can be to entrust your loved one to someone else. If you ever have a concern, never hesitate to reach out to us.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
July 5, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
Review for Bickford of Portage
A place for mom was great to work with! They took the time and answered all questions. We like the halls, rooms and common areas. We picked this community because of the location, and staff. The call response is to be within 4 min. If the call is not answered, it goes to management. We felt that is more accountable than just a call light. We did check reviews for Bickford. That did not have good reviews concerning the call response time, until they implemented new system.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Response from Bickford of Portage
July 10, 2023
We are so happy to hear that you recommend Bickford of Portage. We're glad that you agree that it is truly a special place with a skilled and compassionate team.
Pamela S - Family/friend
Assisted Living
August 12, 2021
4.0
Verified Review
They Put The Residents First
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff have been knowledgeable and understanding of the residents and families. They understood the reasons of the pandemic regulations explained this to the families. My loved one loves all of the activities they have to offer, especially balloon volleyball.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
5
Value for Cost
4
C.Jordan - Family/friend
Memory Care
January 28, 2015
5.0
The right place for my loved one
My father has been at Bickford of Portage for over 2 years. This is an amazing facility. He was in a different place originally at the same cost but there is no comparison to the wonderful staff and personalized care he has received at Bickford of Portage. I have peace of mind that he is being cared for as if he was family to everyone there. He has come to feel so at home, and it's such a relief to know that. It's always difficult to help your parent transition to letting strangers care for them, but the caring compassionate staff and lovely surroundings at Bickford made it infinitely easier!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
4
Dave - Toured community
Memory Care
February 5, 2014
5.0
Verified Review
They are really nice but the price is a lot.
They are really nice but the price is a lot. It's newer, and seemed to be a little more airy. They were really nice people and were more cheerful than most of the places were. They had a unit of care system so there was an extra charge for each level of care. They had a little bigger rooms and some had a built in cabinet so not just the standard room.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
5.0
Verified Review
A very nice place. Friendly people.
A very nice place. Friendly people.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 24, 2012
4.0
Verified Review
Has whirlpool spa, no pool. Near Spr...
Has whirlpool spa, no pool. Near Sprinkle road, looks nice.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
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