Occupancy rate
85%
In line with Illinois averageBickford of Gurnee
Assisted Living in Gurnee
Bickford of Gurnee
Assisted Living in Gurnee
Overview of Bickford of Gurnee
Settled in the vibrant neighborhood of Gurnee, IL, the Bickford of Gurnee is an enticing 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.
Having 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 Gurnee, seniors can enjoy a classic retirement.
Christine Burke Lawrence serves as the Executive Director at Bickford of Gurnee. She leads the community with a dedicated team of caregivers committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to residents and their families.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
60
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Illinois averageOccupied beds
51 / 60
Average residents
93 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 26, 2025
ExpirationApril 26, 2026
CountyLake
Bickford of Gurnee is legally operated by Bickford Of Gurnee, Llc.
Permanent Units
44 units
Alzheimer's Units
16 units
Total beds
60 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactFacility Manager
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Montessori Memory Care
Email
[email protected]
Specific ProgramsMontessori Memory Care
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Bickford of Gurnee
Assisted Living
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.
10 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
3 other visits
Breakdown by inspection type
- 2 licensing inspections
- 2 complaint investigations
- 3 incident investigations
- 3 other inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
October 21, 2025
Inspection history
Inspection
01/10/2023
Annual Lic. Only = Annual Licensure Only Survey
04/10/2023
Inspection
03/13/2024
Inspection
06/07/2024
JHV611
7D COI = Complaint Original Investigation
03/28/2025
D7DT11
7D FRI = Facility Reported Incident
05/16/2025
RX3O11
Annual Lic. Only = Annual Licensure Only Survey
05/29/2025
PVVJ11
7D COI = Complaint Original Investigation
07/20/2025
NLQV11
7D FRI = Facility Reported Incident
08/29/2025
G8IN11
30D FRI = Facility Reported Incident
10/21/2025
17 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Illinois average: 7 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Bickford of Gurnee
The most recent inspection on August 29, 2025, found the facility in overall compliance but noted a technical deficiency for not submitting a final incident report to IDPH within the required 14 days. Earlier inspections in 2025 identified multiple deficiencies related to emergency preparedness, staff training, background checks, physician assessments, and dementia-specific training, with some issues repeated from prior surveys. Complaint investigations in March and May 2025 substantiated problems with food service sanitation, environmental conditions, and compliance with staff orientation and documentation requirements. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility showed some improvement by the most recent inspection, addressing many prior issues though a few technical reporting deficiencies remained.
Compare Assisted Living around Gurnee The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
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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.
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| Bickford of Gurnee |
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. | Gurnee | 60 | Yes | 6 | 9 | B- | Bickford Of Gurnee, Llc | 10 | 2 | 3 | - |
| Sunrise of Gurnee |
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| Gurnee Place Memory Care |
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