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Bickford Of Peoria

1920 West Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria, IL 61614

Independent Living Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,812

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,555
  • Average State Price: $4,679
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Bickford Of Peoria Description

    Bickford Of Peoria is a large 60 bed community that offers independent living and assisted living and is about 3.2 miles outside the small town of Peoria Heights, Illinois and is part of the Brickford Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.5 out of 10 making it the 8th highest rated community in the city out of 26 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    8.4
    Bickford Of Peoria
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 102 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 10 out of 27 communities in Peoria
  • Ranking in State: 661 out of 1473 communities in IL
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price D

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    5.7
    Brickford Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 682 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Illinois

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff C

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Bickford House is praised for its elegant, well-maintained facility, offering fresh, on-site prepared meals, and a variety of included services such as weekly laundry, utilities, and emergency systems.
    • Residents enjoy a range of activities, access to a library, family meeting room, and the ability to personalize their apartments with their own furniture and decorations.
    • The staff, including the facility director, is noted for being personable, responsive, and thorough in their duties.
    • Cost is considered below average for the area, with assistance provided for applying for benefits and insurance. The facility is also pet-friendly.
    • Many reviews highlight the friendly, kind, and compassionate nature of the staff, making it a safe and caring environment for residents.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One review criticizes the management and an RN for being rude and causing harm to residents, advising against placing family members in the facility for their safety.
    • Another review shares a personal tragedy of a family member passing from Covid, expressing disappointment in the facility's response and care during the pandemic.
    • Concerns about staffing issues and the impact on care quality are mentioned, including one instance of a staff member being exposed to Covid without proper protective equipment and not being compensated for time off.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • While there are mentions of staffing challenges, the kindness and caring nature of the staff are consistently noted, suggesting a dedicated team working under difficult circumstances.
    • Visitors and family members are encouraged to visit and experience the facility firsthand, indicating that despite some negative reviews, there are many positive aspects to be considered.


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    Health

    Medication Management

    Registered Nurse Care Coordination

    Dementia Programming

    Therapists

    Medication Administration

    Health Monitoring


    Services

    Chaplain Services

    Assistance with Daily Living

    Housekeeping

    Linen and Laundry Service

    Weekly Housekeeping and Trash Removal

    Care Coordination


    Activities

    Life Enrichment

    Concerts

    Church Services

    Spiritual Care

    Daily Activities

    Reading


    Community Amenities

    Resident Call & Security System

    Controlled Access

    Secure Building

    Security System

    Barber/Beauty Shop

    Parks


    Room Amenities

    Wifi

    Telephone

    Cable

    Handicapped Accessible

    Kitchen

    Basic Utilities


    Dining

    Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen

    Three Homestyle Meals a Day

    Guest Meals

    Dining Experience

    Three Meals Served Daily

    Restaurant-Style Dining


    Transportation

    Transportation Services

    Personalized Transportation


    Pet

    Pet Friendly

    Pets Welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Peoria Heights which is 3.2 miles away and has a population of 5,979 (very small town).
    • The average income is $74,277, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 76
      • Low Temperature: 27
      • Average Temperature: 54.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 135 days of rain, 32 days of snow and 197 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 33.1 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 5.59% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 6.33% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 28% Black or African-American, 5% Hispanic or Latino, and 59% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 10.72 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 3.47 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.25 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.35 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.68 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 209.0, Moderate Days 64.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    1.5 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.6 miles away
    Aldi
    1.7 miles away
    Kroger
    1.7 miles away
    Shop 'n Save
    2.0 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

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    6.1 miles away
    K
    6.1 miles away
    Q
    6.1 miles away
    F
    6.1 miles away
    L
    6.1 miles away

    Banks

    CEFCU
    1.5 miles away
    Commerce Bank
    2.9 miles away
    Peoria Heights Community Bank
    3.4 miles away
    Busey Bank
    5.8 miles away
    Chase
    5.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    UnityPoint Health - Proctor
    1.9 miles away
    Saint Francis Medical Center
    5.1 miles away
    UnityPoint Health - Methodist
    5.2 miles away
    Pekin Hospital
    14.6 miles away
    Carle Eureka Hospital
    18.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.9 miles away
    Essential Wellness Pharmacy
    2.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.9 miles away
    CVS
    7.8 miles away
    Alwan's Pharmacy
    14.1 miles away

    Dentists

    Maple Shade Dental of Peoria
    3.9 miles away
    Hillcrest Dental Laboratory
    13.6 miles away

    Parks

    Chartwell Park
    0.8 miles away
    Donovan Park
    1.4 miles away
    Forest Park Nature Preserve
    1.5 miles away
    Creighton Woods Park
    1.6 miles away
    Detweiller Park
    1.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Metro Centre
    2.1 miles away
    Northwoods Mall
    2.3 miles away
    Lakeview Shopping Center
    19.0 miles away

    Culture

    Peoria Players Theatre
    2.5 miles away
    Corn Stock Theatre
    4.6 miles away
    Corn Stock Theatre Center
    4.7 miles away
    Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
    5.3 miles away
    Heuser Hall
    5.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Avanti's
    1.4 miles away
    Bob Evans
    1.5 miles away
    Cyd's Take Away Market
    1.8 miles away
    Cyd's Grill & Star Bar
    1.8 miles away
    IHOP
    1.9 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of IL. It is a large-sized community with 60 total beds.

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