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Bickford of Gurnee
Settled in the vibrant neighborhood of Gurnee, IL, the Bickford of Gurnee is an enticing senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care services. Large and stunning accommodations with varying floors plans are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, the community offers specialized programming, 24/7 professional care, and the purpose-built memory care environment called the Mary B’s Memory Care Neighborhood.
Having above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 fresh-cooked delightful meals, weekly housekeeping, home maintenance, access to laundry facilities, and transportation services. Explore its other amenities such as the family room, game room, and library to see how beautiful the community is. Participate in diverse social activities and other life-enrichment programs to boost engagement. At Bickford of Gurnee, seniors can enjoy a classic retirement.
Community insights.
About this community
Bickford of Gurnee is legally operated by Bickford Of Gurnee, 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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 17 deficiencies 3 inspections
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.
Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average• Total deficiencies (89% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (233% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 17 | 9 | This facility has 89% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (17 vs. IL avg 9).↑ 89% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.7 | 1.71 | This facility has 233% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (5.7 vs. IL avg 1.71).↑ 233% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 5 | This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (3 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer |
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 Gurnee's city center to Bickford of Gurnee'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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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| Bickford of Gurnee | AL MC | Gurnee | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
80
Rank
#211 / 379 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
IL AVG
51
Rank
#563 / 585 | 9
Facility
9
IL AVG
15
Rank
#106 / 189 | B- | Bickford Of Gurnee, LLC | 3 | 17
Facility
17
IL AVG
7
Rank
#237 / 276 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#269 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | - |
| Sunrise of Gurnee | AL HOS MC | Gurnee | 59
Facility
59
IL AVG
80
Rank
#222 / 379 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
IL AVG
51
Rank
#561 / 585 | 1 | - | Welltower Opco Group LLC | 6 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#136 / 276 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#96 / 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 |
| Theresa’s Home Care I, LLC | AL | Gurnee | 7
Facility
7
IL AVG
80
Rank
#370 / 379 | No |
6
Facility
6
IL AVG
51
Rank
#563 / 585 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
15
Rank
#121 / 189 | - | Theresa\'S Home Care LLC | 2 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
7
Rank
#120 / 276 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#150 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | Semi-Private Room |
| Assisted Living by Theresa | AL | Gurnee | 7
Facility
7
IL AVG
80
Rank
#370 / 379 | No |
6
Facility
6
IL AVG
51
Rank
#563 / 585 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
15
Rank
#121 / 189 | - | Theresa's Home Care LLC | 3 | - | - | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | Semi-Private Rooms |
| Theresa’s Home Care II, LLC | AL | Gurnee | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
80
Rank
#376 / 379 | No |
46
Facility
46
IL AVG
51
Rank
#333 / 585 | - | - | Theresa's Home Care LLC | 1 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#136 / 276 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#246 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | Semi-Private Room |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois
Bickford of Gurnee is located in Gurnee, Illinois.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Gurnee
Is Bickford of Gurnee in a walkable area?
Bickford of Gurnee has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Bickford of Gurnee?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Gurnee's license number is 5106270.
What is the occupancy rate at Bickford of Gurnee?
Bickford of Gurnee's occupancy is 85%.
How long has Bickford of Gurnee been in business?
Bickford of Gurnee has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Bickford of Gurnee?
Yes, Bickford of Gurnee allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Bickford of Gurnee have?
Bickford of Gurnee has 60 beds.
Has Bickford of Gurnee had any deficiencies?
Bickford of Gurnee has had 17 reported deficiencies according to records from Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
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