Bickford of Portage
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portage, MI
Bickford of Portage
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portage, MI
Overview of Bickford of Portage
Set in the peaceful community of Portage, MI, the Bickford of Portage is an ideal 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.
With its 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 Portage, seniors can enjoy retirement at its finest.
71-bed community Rank #206 / 429Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 206th out of 429 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.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 29 / 100 Rank #434 / 676Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 434th out of 676 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
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyKalamazoo
License NumberAH390278221
Bickford of Portage is legally operated by Portage Bickford Cottage LLC.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Transportation
Salon
ActivitiesDaily activities designed to engage residents, including exercise, outings, and themed events
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care, Activities Program, Pet Friendly
Religious Services
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 2007 · 19 years of data
16 deficiencies
11 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2007 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 8 | This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (16 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 100% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 11 | 5 | This facility has had 120% more total inspections than the Michigan average (11 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 120% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Recreational Activities
Places of interest near Bickford of Portage
3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portage's city center to Bickford of Portage's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Portage
Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Bickford of Portage | AL MC | Portage (West Portage) | 71
Facility
71
MI AVG
74
Rank
#206 / 429 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
MI AVG
40
Rank
#434 / 676 | Private Rooms | 1 | - | 11 | 16
Facility
16
MI AVG
8
Rank
#279 / 330 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#185 / 330 | Portage Bickford Cottage LLC |
| StoryPoint Portage | AL IL MC | Portage (West Portage) | 40
Facility
40
MI AVG
74
Rank
#285 / 429 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
MI AVG
40
Rank
#610 / 676 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 39
Facility
39
MI AVG
21
Rank
#13 / 189 | A+ | 6 | 12
Facility
12
MI AVG
8
Rank
#245 / 330 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#224 / 330 | Senior Living Portage, LLC |
| Brookdale Portage | AL | Portage (Woodbridge Hills) | 38
Facility
38
MI AVG
74
Rank
#298 / 429 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
MI AVG
40
Rank
#401 / 676 | Studio | 28
Facility
28
MI AVG
21
Rank
#75 / 189 | A+ | 3 | - | - | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan
Bickford of Portage is located in Portage, Michigan.
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Operated by
Bickford Senior Living Group, L.L.C.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Portage
What neighborhood is Bickford of Portage in?
Bickford of Portage is in the West Portage neighborhood of Portage.
Who is the owner of Bickford of Portage?
Bickford of Portage is legally operated by Portage Bickford Cottage LLC.
Is Bickford of Portage in a walkable area?
Bickford of Portage 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 Portage?
According to MI state health department records, Bickford of Portage's license number is AH390278221.
How long has Bickford of Portage been in business?
Bickford of Portage has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Bickford of Portage?
Yes, Bickford of Portage allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Bickford of Portage have?
Bickford of Portage has 71 beds.
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