Bickford of Midland
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Midland, MI

Overview of Bickford of Midland

Bickford of Midland presents a warm and welcoming home for its assisted living and memory care residents. It boasts its professional caregivers who are dedicated to cultivating a lifestyle of independence that enables residents to thrive. The cozy home offers a holistic environment supported by a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living for its assisted living seniors, making it an ideal place to call a new home.

An assisted living with memory care community expects Bickford’s management to promote its residents’ independence while receiving full daily support, housekeeping, transportation, specialized assisted living activities, individualized memory care training, and medication management.

Bed community size
71-bed community Rank #206 / 430Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 206th out of 430 homes in Michigan for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 29 / 100 Rank #438 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 438th out of 703 homes in Michigan for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026 Expires in 6 days
CountyMidland
License NumberAH560278460

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bickford of Midland is legally operated by Midland Bickford Cottage, LLC.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon Services
Outdoor Spaces
Dining Options
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care

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Inspection History

In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.

Since 2006 · 20 years of data 1 deficiency 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2006 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (88% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (88% below)

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

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 18 This facility has 88% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 88% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.21.6 This facility has 88% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0.2 vs. MI avg 1.6).↓ 88% better

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

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 65 This facility has had 20% more total inspections than the Michigan average (6 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 20% more

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • May 28, 2025 complaint investigation found no sexual assault substantiated but cited failure to update Resident B’s service plan for increased wandering and monitoring needs.
  • August 29, 2024 renewal inspection found the facility in substantial compliance and recommended license renewal with no deficiencies.
  • February 10, 2023 inspection approved a completed 16-bed memory care addition, increasing licensed capacity from 55 to 71 beds.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Jamie Stratton

Executive Director

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Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Midland's city center to Bickford of Midland's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Midland

Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

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

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan 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).
MI

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan 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).
MI

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan 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
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Midland

What neighborhood is Bickford of Midland in?

Bickford of Midland is in the Joseph Drive neighborhood of Midland.

Who is the owner of Bickford of Midland?

Bickford of Midland is legally operated by Midland Bickford Cottage, LLC.

Is Bickford of Midland in a walkable area?

Bickford of Midland has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Bickford of Midland?

According to MI state health department records, Bickford of Midland's license number is AH560278460.

When does Bickford of Midland's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Bickford of Midland's license expires on July 31, 2026.

Are pets allowed at Bickford of Midland?

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

How many beds does Bickford of Midland have?

Bickford of Midland has 71 beds.

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