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Bickford of Aurora
Have the finest retirement experience with the outstanding senior living community of Bickford of Aurora in South Orchard Road, Aurora, IL, that offers assisted living and memory care. A team of kind and highly qualified professionals works closely with seniors to devise a care plan that best matches their unique needs and preferences. The community also provides a resident monitoring system and transportation services for seniors’ convenience and safety.
A carefully curated calendar of enjoyable activities and exciting events accompanies seniors as they go about their day. The community values the well-being of its caregivers, promoting a vibrant and friendly environment for a better quality of life. Bickford of Aurora strives to provide a haven for seniors to make the most out of their golden years.
Community insights.
About this community
Bickford of Aurora is legally operated by Bickford Master Ii, LLC.
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Inspections
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Total inspections
| 5 | 5 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Illinois average (5 vs. IL avg 5).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Bickford of Aurora's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.04 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center - Emergency Department)
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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Brighton Gardens of St. Charles | AL MC RC | St. Charles (Surrey Woods) | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
80
Rank
#89 / 379 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
IL AVG
51
Rank
#166 / 585 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
15
Rank
#74 / 189 | A+ | Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC | 7 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 276 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#96 / 276 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
3
Rank
#202 / 315 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#292 / 315 | 1 Bed |
| Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | Sugar Grove | 71
Facility
71
IL AVG
80
Rank
#173 / 379 | No |
41
Facility
41
IL AVG
51
Rank
#377 / 585 | - | - | Mcc Of Sugar Grove, LLC | 2 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
7
Rank
#88 / 276 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#117 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Private Rooms |
| Bickford of Aurora | AL MC | Aurora (Aurora Township) | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
80
Rank
#211 / 379 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
IL AVG
51
Rank
#477 / 585 | - | - | Bickford Master II, LLC | 5 | - | - | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | - |
| Alden Courts of Waterford | AL MC NH RC SNF | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
80
Rank
#211 / 379 | No |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
51
Rank
#229 / 585 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
15
Rank
#51 / 189 | A+ | - | 5 | 20
Facility
20
IL AVG
7
Rank
#244 / 276 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#246 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Bardwell Residences | AL IL MC RC | Aurora | 37
Facility
37
IL AVG
80
Rank
#319 / 379 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
IL AVG
51
Rank
#245 / 585 | - | - | Fox Valley Developers, LLC | 4 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
7
Rank
#120 / 276 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#109 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois
Bickford of Aurora is located in Aurora, Illinois.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Aurora
What neighborhood is Bickford of Aurora in?
Bickford of Aurora is in the Aurora Township neighborhood of Aurora.
Who is the owner of Bickford of Aurora?
Bickford of Aurora is legally operated by Bickford Master Ii, LLC.
Is Bickford of Aurora in a walkable area?
Bickford of Aurora has a walk score of 27. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Bickford of Aurora?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Aurora's license number is 5105934.
When does Bickford of Aurora's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Aurora's license expires on September 8, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Bickford of Aurora?
Yes, Bickford of Aurora allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Bickford of Aurora have?
Bickford of Aurora has 60 beds.
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