Bickford of Champaign
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Champaign, IL
Bickford of Champaign
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Champaign, IL
Overview of Bickford of Champaign
Bickford of Champaign, located in the scenic Champaign, Illinois, boasts vibrant colors that create a comfortable and home-like atmosphere, tailored to enhance the lives of the seniors it serves. This facility provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services, offering personalized support in an intimate and secure environment. Even individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s find comfort here, as the facility prioritizes safety and a home-like ambiance.
Residents benefit from a comprehensive activities program, transportation services, and a resident monitoring system, making assisted living homes truly convenient. The facility’s pet-friendly environment, coupled with outstanding assistance in daily activities and medication management, ensures a homely living experience. Bickford of Champaign also stands out in its dedication to understanding residents’ personalized interests, fostering socialization through small dedicated groups and impromptu activities. The facility’s smaller spaces are designed to reduce anxiety and frustration, creating a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking a fulfilling and comfortable living experience.
44-bed community Rank #330 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 330th out of 426 homes in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 20 / 100 Rank #557 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 557th out of 648 homes in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2025
ExpirationJanuary 10, 2026
CountyChampaign
License Number5100232
Bickford of Champaign is legally operated by Champaign Bickford Cottage Llc.
Permanent Units
28 units
Alzheimer's Units
16 units
Total beds
44 units
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Salon Services
Outdoor Spaces
Dining Services
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Food DescriptionMeals are made from scratch to promote heart health.
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
12 deficiencies
19 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (71% above)
• Deficiencies per year (71% above)
• Total inspections (138% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% below)
• Total deficiencies (71% above)
• Deficiencies per year (71% above)
• Total inspections (138% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% below)
Latest Inspection
April 9, 2026
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 7 | This facility has 71% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (12 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 71% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2024.
| 6 | 3.5 | This facility has 71% more deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (6 vs. IL avg 3.5).↑ 71% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.6 | 0.9 | This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.6 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 33% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 19 | 8 | This facility has 138% more total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (19 vs. IL avg 8).↑ 138% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- April 21, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failures to assess resident R1 after multiple falls, resulting in a fractured pelvis and incomplete service plan updates.
- October 25, 2024 annual inspection cited 10 deficiencies including missed disaster and tornado drills, lack of CPR-certified staff on 8 shifts, and incomplete tuberculosis testing for employees and residents.
- March 5, 2025 complaint investigation cleared four complaints as unsubstantiated, finding the facility in compliance with assisted living regulations.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Recreational Activities
Housekeeping Services
Madeline Underwood serves as the Executive Director at Bickford of Champaign, leading the community with a dedicated team of caregivers committed to providing compassionate care for residents and their families.
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4.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Champaign's city center to Bickford of Champaign's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Champaign
Who is the owner of Bickford of Champaign?
The legal owner and operator of Bickford of Champaign is Champaign Bickford Cottage Llc.
Is Bickford of Champaign in a walkable area?
Bickford of Champaign has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Bickford of Champaign?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Champaign's license number is 5100232.
When does Bickford of Champaign's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Champaign's license expires on January 10, 2026.
How many beds does Bickford of Champaign have?
Bickford of Champaign has 44 beds.
Are there photos of Bickford of Champaign?
Yes — there are 23 photos of Bickford of Champaign in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Bickford of Champaign?
Bickford of Champaign is located at 1002 S Staley Rd, Champaign, IL 61822, United States.
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