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

Bickford of Peoria

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

Overview of Bickford of Peoria

Bickford of Peoria offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Peoria, IL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The Montessori Memory Care program identifies the community’s specific memory care approach.

Each resident has a private room and a single private living space. Respite care provides a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community.

A Walk Score of 53 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Salon services provide personal grooming on site, while transportation services support trips beyond the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet.

Michael Rogers serves as the director, and Peoria Bickford House operates the community. State inspections have reviewed the community’s routine care and safety standards.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #26 / 176Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 26th out of 176 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.
26 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #151 / 365Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 151st out of 365 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.
53 / 100
Residents per day Info The number of residents recorded at this facility in its most recent state inspection report that stated a census.
42

Source: state inspection report (Apr 2026)

BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
B- Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$120/Day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 19, 2026
ExpirationApril 18, 2027
CountyPeoria
License Number5100273

Certifications & Programs

Montessori Inspired Lifestyle — Center for Applied Research in DementiaMemory-care programming adapting Montessori methods to dementia: structured, purposeful activities matched to each resident's remaining abilities to support independence and engagement. Based on published research; implementation varies by community.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bickford of Peoria is legally operated by Peoria Bickford House, L.l.c.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Routine Health Screenings

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Montessori Memory Care

Additional Services

7 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Daily Living Assistance
Housekeeping
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation
MaintenanceListed as: Home maintenance
Laundry & Linen
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Game Room
Library
Laundry
Parking
Private Dining Room
Activities
Guitar Sessions
Happy Hour
Excursions
Musical Performances
Pet Therapy
Theme Days
Family Gatherings and Special Events
Ice Cream Social

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Bickford of Peoria.
  • Diabetic-friendly options.
  • Private dining room for family events.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeTwo-story
Room Types
Private Room

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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.
11 deficiencies 9 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (22% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (29% below)

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. 119.0 This facility has 22% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (11 vs. IL avg 9).↑ 22% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.21.7 This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (1.2 vs. IL avg 1.7).↓ 29% better

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. 94.0 This facility has had 125% more total inspections than the Illinois average (9 vs. IL avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 125% more

Managed by Michael Rogers

Executive Director

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Address 6.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to Bickford of Peoria'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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Heartis Village Peoria Assisted Living
AL
MC
Peoria
108
Facility 108
IL AVG 67
Rank #32 / 281
Yes
29
Facility 29
IL AVG 48
Rank #280 / 365
--Heartis Peoria Partners, L.p6
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 9
Rank #74 / 239
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 2.3
Rank #73 / 239
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #123 / 268
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2
Rank #186 / 268
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hawthorne Inn of Peoria
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Peoria
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 67
Rank #170 / 281
No
23
Facility 23
IL AVG 48
Rank #300 / 365
---5
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 9
Rank #74 / 239
0.2
Facility 0.2
IL AVG 2.3
Rank #82 / 239
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #174 / 268
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 268
-
Bickford of Peoria
AL
IL
MC
Peoria-Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 48
Rank #151 / 365
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 11
Rank #26 / 176
B-Peoria Bickford House, L.l.c9
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 9
Rank #58 / 239
1.2
Facility 1.2
IL AVG 2.3
Rank #58 / 239
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 3
Rank #265 / 268
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #219 / 268
Private Rooms
Independence Village Senior Living
AL
Peoria-Yes
19
Facility 19
IL AVG 48
Rank #312 / 365
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 11
Rank #13 / 176
A+------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Proctor Place Peoria
AL
IL
SNF
Peoria (El Vista)-No
64
Facility 64
IL AVG 48
Rank #99 / 365
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Bickford of Peoria is located in Peoria, 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 Peoria

Who is the owner of Bickford of Peoria?

Bickford of Peoria is legally operated by Peoria Bickford House, L.l.c.

Is Bickford of Peoria in a walkable area?

Bickford of Peoria has a walk score of 53. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Bickford of Peoria?

According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Peoria's license number is 5100273.

When does Bickford of Peoria's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Peoria's license expires on April 18, 2027.

How long has Bickford of Peoria been in business?

Bickford of Peoria has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Bickford of Peoria?

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

How much does Bickford of Peoria cost per month?

Pricing at Bickford of Peoria starts at $2,500 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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