Bickford of Aurora

Q: What neighborhood is Bickford of Aurora in?

Bickford of Aurora is in the Aurora Township neighborhood of Aurora.

Q: Who is the owner of Bickford of Aurora?

The legal owner and operator of Bickford of Aurora is Bickford Master Ii, Llc.

Q: Is Bickford of Aurora in a walkable area?

Bickford of Aurora has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the license number of Bickford of Aurora?

According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Aurora's license number is 5105934.

Q: 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.

Q: How many beds does Bickford of Aurora have?

Bickford of Aurora has 60 beds.

Q: Are there photos of Bickford of Aurora?

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Overview of 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.

(331) 258-1948

60-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 27 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment

StatusActive

IssuanceSeptember 8, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 8, 2026

CountyKane

License Number5105934

Bickford of Aurora is legally operated by Bickford Master Ii, Llc.

Permanent Units

44 units

Alzheimer's Units

16 units

Total beds

60 units

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Dining Room

Salon Services

Transportation Services

Wellness Programs

In-House Therapy Services

Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care

Food DescriptionDining room with homestyle food and made-from-scratch recipes.

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Overall vs. IL average

Latest Inspection February 5, 2026

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	IL Average	vs. IL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	5	8	This facility has 38% fewer total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (5 vs. IL avg 8).↓ 38% better

Inspection breakdown

3incident investigations

1licensing inspection

1complaint investigation

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Roxanne Hall

Executive Director

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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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+

General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual

Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Illinois resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability

General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+

General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits

Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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