Bickford of St. Charles
Assisted Living & Memory Care · St. Charles, IL
Bickford of St. Charles
Assisted Living & Memory Care · St. Charles, IL
Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, Bickford of St. Charles has served older adults in St. Charles, Illinois. Operating for 26 years under St. Charles Bickford Cottage, LLC, it features 76 beds in a mid-rise setting. Additionally, its neighborhood has a Walk Score of 50, which suggests a mix of accessible amenities within walking distance and those that require transportation.
24-hour support is provided by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. Respite care is also available for short-term stays, along with a Montessori-based memory care program for individuals with cognitive decline.
State inspections have emphasized documentation, incident reporting, and medication management practices, so prospective residents and their families may find it helpful to discuss these procedures during an in-person visit.
76-bed community Rank #190 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 190th out of 418 homes in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois 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 Illinois 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
26 years in operation Rank #42 / 177Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 177 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois 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: 50 / 100 Rank #332 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 332nd out of 634 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 9, 2025
ExpirationSeptember 9, 2026
CountyKane
License Number5103210
Bickford of St. Charles is legally operated by St. Charles Bickford Cottage, LLC.
Permanent Units
64 units
Alzheimer's Units
12 units
Total beds
76 units
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Montessori Memory Care
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
16 deficiencies
10 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 2024 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (129% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (129% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 7 | This facility has 129% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (16 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 129% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 10 | 9 | This facility has had 11% more total inspections than the Illinois average (10 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 11% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Bickford of St. Charles
2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from St. Charles's city center to Bickford of St. Charles'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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| River Glen of St. Charles | AL IL MC RC | St. Charles | 78
Facility
78
IL AVG
85
Rank
#183 / 418 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
IL AVG
52
Rank
#380 / 634 | - | A- | River Glen Of St. Charles | 4 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#165 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Bickford of St. Charles | AL MC | St. Charles | 76
Facility
76
IL AVG
85
Rank
#190 / 418 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
IL AVG
52
Rank
#332 / 634 | 26
Facility
26
IL AVG
17
Rank
#42 / 177 | - | St. Charles Bickford Cottage, LLC | 10 | 16
Facility
16
IL AVG
7
Rank
#236 / 276 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#228 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | - |
| Silverado St. Charles Memory Care Community | AL MC | St. Charles | 55
Facility
55
IL AVG
85
Rank
#276 / 418 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
IL AVG
52
Rank
#517 / 634 | - | - | Silverado St. Charles, LLC | 10 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 276 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#143 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#292 / 315 | Private Rooms |
Financial Assistance for
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Operated by
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of St. Charles
Who is the owner of Bickford of St. Charles?
Bickford of St. Charles is legally operated by St. Charles Bickford Cottage, LLC.
Is Bickford of St. Charles in a walkable area?
Bickford of St. Charles has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Bickford of St. Charles?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of St. Charles's license number is 5103210.
When does Bickford of St. Charles's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of St. Charles's license expires on September 9, 2026.
How long has Bickford of St. Charles been in business?
Bickford of St. Charles has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Bickford of St. Charles?
Yes, Bickford of St. Charles allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Bickford of St. Charles have?
Bickford of St. Charles has 76 beds.
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