3500 Lower West Branch Road, Iowa City, IA 52245

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Assisted

Bickford of Iowa City is an assisted living community that places a strong emphasis on providing a nurturing environment that feels like home. Residents at Bickford of Iowa City are encouraged to live their best lives through a culture of care and a variety of amenities and activities that cater to their individual needs and interests. By focusing on personalized help with activities of daily life such as meals, grooming, and medication management, Bickford ensures each resident receives the attention and service suited to their unique situation.

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Community Details

Bickford of Iowa City offers secure access to the building, ensuring safety and peace of mind for residents and their families. The community is equipped with pull cords in apartments and wearable call buttons, allowing residents to request assistance at any time. Additionally, the staff is trained to use an intelligent fall detection system and wander management technology to keep residents safe. Bickford also provides various transportation services, including a bus named Howie for routine appointments and group outings, coordination of third-party transport, and caregiver escorts for one-on-one support when needed.

Details

Secure Building
Pull Cords
Wearable Call Button
Intelligent Fall Detection
Wander Management
Transportation Services
Howie the Bus
Transportation Coordination
Caregiver Escort

Food and Dining

The dining experience at Bickford of Iowa City, dubbed the 'Bread Basket Dining Experience,' places a strong emphasis on healthy, homestyle meals prepared from scratch. Using high-quality ingredients, such as Certified Angus Beef and local produce, the culinary team crafts a menu with multiple entree selections and a-la-carte items, while catering to dietary needs such as gluten-restriction and diabetic-friendly meals. With a full-service dining approach, residents can enjoy their meals in a social setting or celebrate special occasions in the Private Dining Room.

Dining

Bread Basket Dining Experience
Scratch Kitchen
Certified Angus Beef
Local Produce
Dietary Needs Catered
Private Dining Room

Amenities

Amenities at Bickford of Iowa City are designed to enhance the residents' living experience. From fresh, made-from-scratch meals prepared in the Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen to restaurant-style dining that serves three meals daily, residents enjoy high culinary standards. The community also supports various dietary restrictions. Spiritual care is provided by on-staff chaplains, and regular religious services are held within the branch. The community is pet-friendly, welcoming pets and offering pet assistance, which is particularly beneficial for residents who may struggle with pet care tasks.

Amenities

Secure Building
Pull Cords
Wearable Call Button
Intelligent Fall Detection
Wander Management
Transportation Services
Howie the Bus
Transportation Coordination
Caregiver Escort
Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen
Restaurant-Style Dining
Dietary Restrictions Accommodated
Spiritual Care
On-Staff Chaplains
Religious Services
Pet-Friendly

Activities

Bickford of Iowa City hosts a wide range of activities to keep residents actively engaged. Daily activities include options like exercise, guitar sessions, and happy hour. Community outings and trips are organized to encourage residents to experience life to the fullest. Furthermore, the community promotes family gatherings and involvement, as well as hosting frequent theme days to add excitement to daily life. Whether it's celebrating holidays or enjoying interactive events, there is always something happening for everyone to enjoy.