Bickford of Saginaw Township

Q: What neighborhood is Bickford of Saginaw Township in?

Bickford of Saginaw Township is in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw.

Q: Who is the owner of Bickford of Saginaw Township?

The legal owner and operator of Bickford of Saginaw Township is Saginaw Bickford Cottage, LLC.

Q: Is Bickford of Saginaw Township in a walkable area?

Bickford of Saginaw Township has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: What is the license number of Bickford of Saginaw Township?

According to MI state health department records, Bickford of Saginaw Township's license number is AH730279101.

Q: When does Bickford of Saginaw Township's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Bickford of Saginaw Township's license expires on July 31, 2026.

Q: How many beds does Bickford of Saginaw Township have?

Bickford of Saginaw Township has 71 beds.

Q: Are there photos of Bickford of Saginaw Township?

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Overview of Bickford of Saginaw Township

Overlooking in the tranquil neighborhood of Saginaw, MI, the Bickford of Saginaw Township is an ethereal 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 guaranteed of a worthwhile retirement with the Bickford of Saginaw Townships.

(989) 209-1700

Managed by Melissa Kline

Executive Director

Melissa Kline serves as the Executive Director at Bickford of Saginaw Township. She leads the community with a dedicated team of caregivers committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to residents and their families.

71-bed community

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: 4 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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Population served

Aged; Alzheimers

About this community

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged

StatusRegular

IssuanceJanuary 8, 2025

ExpirationJuly 31, 2026

CountySaginaw

License NumberAH730279101

Bickford of Saginaw Township is legally operated by Saginaw Bickford Cottage, LLC.

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Montessori Memory Care

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Housekeeping Services

Types of Care at Bickford of Saginaw Township

Assisted Living Memory Care

Since 2007 · 19 years of data 18 deficiencies 8 inspections

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

Since 2007 vs. Michigan state average

Overall vs. MI average

Latest Inspection July 2, 2024 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	MI Average	vs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	18	8	This facility has 125% more total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (18 vs. MI avg 8).↑ 125% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2007.	0.9	0.4	This facility has 125% more deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0.9 vs. MI avg 0.4).↑ 125% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	2.3	1.6	This facility has 44% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (2.3 vs. MI avg 1.6).↑ 44% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	MI Average	vs. MI Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	8	5	This facility has 60% more total inspections than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (8 vs. MI avg 5).↑ 60% 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 July 2, 2024, identified a deficiency related to food service sanitation, specifically a service cart that was not properly cleaned. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving resident supervision, documentation, meal portion adequacy, medication administration, and staff background checks. Complaint investigations substantiated issues such as inadequate supervision leading to elopement, failure to administer prescribed medications, and insufficient meal portions, while allegations of neglect and staffing shortages were not substantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with compliance in several areas, with no clear trend of overall improvement or worsening.

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5.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Saginaw's city center to Bickford of Saginaw Township's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan 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).

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

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

Michigan PACE

Age 55+

General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan 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).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Michigan 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

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

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