Bickford of Crystal Lake
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Crystal Lake, IL
Bickford of Crystal Lake
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Crystal Lake, IL
Overview of Bickford of Crystal Lake
Overlooking the tranquil community of Crystal Lake, IL, the Bickford of Crystal Lake is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and well-appointed accommodations with different floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like dementia receive round-the-clock professional care, specialized programming, and a thoughtfully designed Mary B’s Neighborhood.
Explore its top-notch amenities and services to maximize the living experience in this beautiful place. Experience restaurant-style dining with healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Avail of their HigherPart Care Coordination, medication management, and transportation services. Meet new companions and create unforgetabble memories together through its various social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are assured of an wondrous retirement with the Bickford of Crystal Lake.
Types of Care at Bickford of Crystal Lake
Assisted Living
Memory Care
56-bed community Rank #282 / 430Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 282nd out of 430 homes in Illinois. 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 Rank #128 / 251Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 128th out of 251 homes in Illinois. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #411 / 647Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 411th out of 647 homes in Illinois. 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 14, 2025
ExpirationMay 14, 2026
CountyMchenry
License Number5102956
Bickford of Crystal Lake is legally operated by Bsl Crystal Lake, Llc.
Permanent Units
42 units
Alzheimer's Units
14 units
Total beds
56 units
Homestyle Dining
Personalized Assistance
Transportation Services
Spiritual Care
Pet-Friendly Environment
Community Involvement
Themed Events
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionResidents enjoy healthy, homestyle food at every meal, made from scratch with high-quality ingredients.
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 2025 · 1 year of data
6 deficiencies
10 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 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total inspections (25% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (14% below)
• Deficiencies per year (14% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% below)
• Total inspections (25% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (14% below)
• Deficiencies per year (14% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% below)
Latest Inspection
October 7, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (6 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 14% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (6 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 14% better |
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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.
| 10 | 8 | This facility has 25% more total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (10 vs. IL avg 8).↑ 25% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 7, 2025, found the facility in compliance with applicable assisted living regulations and identified no deficiencies. Earlier inspections in June 2025 noted deficiencies related to the facility’s management of an acute gastroenteritis/norovirus outbreak, specifically failures to revise resident service plans, implement symptom monitoring interventions, and maintain appropriate safety precautions. These issues affected multiple residents and staff during the outbreak period but did not result in fines or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were conducted and substantiated the deficiencies in June 2025, while the October 2025 complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. The inspection history shows improvement, with the most recent report indicating resolution of prior concerns.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Julie Johnsey serves as the Executive Director at Bickford of Crystal Lake, leading the community with a dedicated team of caregivers committed to exceptional care. She plays a central role in ensuring a supportive and compassionate environment for residents and their families.
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Assisted Living in Illinois
Bickford of Crystal Lake is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
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| Sunrise of Crystal Lake |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Crystal Lake | 58 | Yes | 35 | - | Sunrise Of Crystal Lake (Land) Sl, LLC | 4 | - | 3 | - |
| Bickford of Crystal Lake |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Crystal Lake | 56 | Yes | 41 | 1 | Bsl Crystal Lake, LLC | 10 | 2 | 1 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Bickford of Crystal Lake
Who is the owner of Bickford of Crystal Lake?
The legal owner and operator of Bickford of Crystal Lake is Bsl Crystal Lake, Llc.
Is Bickford of Crystal Lake in a walkable area?
Bickford of Crystal Lake has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Bickford of Crystal Lake?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Crystal Lake's license number is 5102956.
When does Bickford of Crystal Lake's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Bickford of Crystal Lake's license expires on May 14, 2026.
How many beds does Bickford of Crystal Lake have?
Bickford of Crystal Lake has 56 beds.
Are there photos of Bickford of Crystal Lake?
Yes — there are 19 photos of Bickford of Crystal Lake in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Bickford of Crystal Lake?
Bickford of Crystal Lake is located at 717 McHenry Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, United States.
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