Bickford of Sioux City
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Sioux City, IA

Bickford of Sioux City

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Sioux City, IA

Overview of Bickford of Sioux City

Bickford of Sioux City presents a warm and welcoming home for its residents of assisted living and memory care. Regardless of what kind of living option you are in, management and staff are guaranteed to provide resort-like accommodations with exceptional hospitality. The cozy home offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is met. Bickford of Davenport strives to provide 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, individualized memory care training, and medication management.

Bed community size
41-bed community Rank #320 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 320th out of 406 homes in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa 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 Iowa 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.
Years in operation
26 years in operation Rank #75 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 286 homes in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #295 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 295th out of 528 homes in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa 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 Iowa 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
49%
Rank #271 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 271st out of 379 homes in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 379. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa 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.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
20 / 41
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs For People With Dementia
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 7, 1999
ExpirationFebruary 4, 2028
CountyWoodbury
License NumberS0063
Year Opened12/07/1999

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bickford of Sioux City is administered by Jill Colling.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactDebby Cooper, Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

1 service
Montessori Memory Care

Contact Information

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Since 2010 · 16 years of data 19 deficiencies 22 inspections

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

Since 2010 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (30% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)

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

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1927 This facility has 30% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (19 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 30% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.91.8 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.9 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 50% better

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

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2215 This facility has had 47% more total inspections than the Iowa average (22 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 47% more

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

  • The most recent inspection on August 7, 2025, found no deficiencies during recertification and complaint investigation.
  • The November 1, 2023, complaint investigation substantiated failures in transportation supervision, pest control response, and dementia-specific staff training with three deficiencies.
  • The February 25, 2025, complaint investigation substantiated one deficiency for failing to update a tenant’s service plan after significant health changes.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Jill Colling

Executive Director

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Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sioux City's city center to Bickford of Sioux City's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Sioux City

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

Bickford of Sioux City is located in Sioux City, Iowa.
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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa 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).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa 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).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

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

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

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

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

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa 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
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Sioux City

What neighborhood is Bickford of Sioux City in?

Bickford of Sioux City is in the Indian Hills Drive neighborhood of Sioux City.

Is Bickford of Sioux City in a walkable area?

Bickford of Sioux City has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Bickford of Sioux City?

According to IA state health department records, Bickford of Sioux City's license number is S0063.

When does Bickford of Sioux City's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Bickford of Sioux City's license expires on February 4, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Bickford of Sioux City?

Bickford of Sioux City's occupancy is 49%.

How long has Bickford of Sioux City been in business?

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

Are pets allowed at Bickford of Sioux City?

Yes, Bickford of Sioux City allows residents to bring their pets.

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