Bickford of Bloomington
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Bloomington, IL

Bickford of Bloomington

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Bloomington, IL

Overview of Bickford of Bloomington

Nestled in the peaceful community of Bloomington, IL the Bickford of Bloomington is an enticing senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and well-appointed accommodations with different floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like dementia receive round-the-clock professional care, specialized programming, and a thoughtfully designed Mary B’s Neighborhood.

Explore its top-notch amenities and services to maximize the living experience in this beautiful place. Experience restaurant-style dining with healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Avail of their HigherPart Care Coordination, medication management, and transportation services. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together through its various social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed an all-encompassing retirement with the Bickford of Bloomington.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 16 Rank #268 / 282Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 268th out of 282 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #81 / 144Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 81st out of 144 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #218 / 366Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 218th out of 366 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
41 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #1 / 69Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 1st out of 69 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its Statewide rank out of 69. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
100% This home is often near full
Higher than the Illinois average: 74%

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceApril 17, 2025
CountyMclean
License Number5100240

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bickford of Bloomington is legally operated by Bloomington Bickford House, LLC.

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
16 units
Total beds
16 units

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Religious ServicesYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Pet Friendly
ActivitiesDaily activities designed to engage residents, including exercise, outings, and themed events., Recreational Activities
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care, Exercise Programs
Religious Services

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsPrivate Rooms
Building TypeTwo-story

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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.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
45 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2024 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (400% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (229% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 459.0 This facility has 400% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (45 vs. IL avg 9).↑ 400% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.61.7 This facility has 229% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (5.6 vs. IL avg 1.7).↑ 229% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 85.0 This facility has had 60% more total inspections than the Illinois average (8 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more

Managed by Tracy Place

Executive Director

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bloomington's city center to Bickford of Bloomington's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Villas of Holly Brook Assisted Living & Memory Care: Bloomington Towanda Barnes
AL
MC
RC
Bloomington
103
Facility 103
IL AVG 67
Rank #39 / 282
Yes
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 48
Rank #304 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
Rhp Investments LLC Bloomington Towanda Operations Series9
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #205 / 239
1.3
Facility 1.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #118 / 239
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 3
Rank #253 / 269
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 2
Rank #264 / 269
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Bloomington
AL
HOS
MC
Bloomington (Hawthorne Commercial Subdivision)
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 67
Rank #83 / 282
Yes
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 48
Rank #289 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
Carriage Crossing Senior Living, Bloomington Opco, LLC12
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 239
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #95 / 239
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 3
Rank #259 / 269
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2
Rank #187 / 269
-
Westminster Village Al
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bloomington
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 67
Rank #110 / 282
No
84
Facility 84
IL AVG 48
Rank #42 / 366
--14
33
Facility 33
IL AVG 7
Rank #231 / 239
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #174 / 239
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #124 / 269
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 2
Rank #264 / 269
-
Luther Oaks
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bloomington
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 67
Rank #156 / 282
Yes
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 48
Rank #360 / 366
-Luther Oaks, Inc16
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 7
Rank #235 / 239
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #174 / 239
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 3
Rank #253 / 269
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #220 / 269
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bickford of Bloomington
AL
IL
MC
Bloomington (Hershey Center)
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 67
Rank #268 / 282
Yes
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 48
Rank #218 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
Bloomington Bickford House, LLC8
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 7
Rank #237 / 239
5.6
Facility 5.6
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #232 / 239
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 3
Rank #267 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
Private Rooms

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Bickford of Bloomington is located in Bloomington, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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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
IL

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.
IL

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).
IL

~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).
IL

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).
IL

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).
IL

~$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
IL

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Bloomington

What neighborhood is Bickford of Bloomington in?

Bickford of Bloomington is in the Hershey Center neighborhood of Bloomington.

Who is the owner of Bickford of Bloomington?

Bickford of Bloomington is legally operated by Bloomington Bickford House, LLC.

Is Bickford of Bloomington in a walkable area?

Bickford of Bloomington has a walk score of 41. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Bickford of Bloomington?

According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Bloomington's license number is 5100240.

What is the occupancy rate at Bickford of Bloomington?

Bickford of Bloomington's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Bickford of Bloomington been in business?

Bickford of Bloomington has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Bickford of Bloomington?

Yes, Bickford of Bloomington allows residents to bring their pets.

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