Bickford of Lafayette is a memory care community located in Lafayette, Indiana, specializing in care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility’s environment is designed to accommodate the unique needs of those experiencing memory loss, offering a secured community layout and specialized amenities to support safety, comfort, and familiarity. The community exclusively serves memory care residents, with programs and spaces tailored to support cognitive health and daily living.

Care and medical support at Bickford of Lafayette include comprehensive memory care services, incontinence management, ambulatory care, and full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and toileting, while residents are supported in self-care for eating as appropriate. Medication management is provided to ensure accurate and timely administration of prescriptions. The facility is equipped to accept residents with psychiatric issues and offers continued medical oversight through on-site or visiting professionals in podiatry and audiology. Adapted programming, including clubs and communities, is offered for resident engagement, though feedback on the visibility and consistency of these activities varies. Residents benefit from a secure, purpose-built environment, outdoor walking paths for supervised recreation, and amenities such as a barber and beauty salon to support personal grooming and socialization. Diabetes care and regular health monitoring form part of the broader medical support available to residents.

Transportation services at Bickford of Lafayette are available at cost for both medical appointments and non-medical needs. This service helps residents and families access healthcare providers, attend events, run errands, or participate in outings as appropriate, supporting continued community involvement and personal autonomy.

Feedback from residents and families indicates satisfaction with the facility’s care quality, staff attentiveness, and individualized approach—particularly noting the staff’s familiarity with each resident’s preferences and the director’s visible involvement. Cleanliness and decor contribute positively to the overall environment. Some concerns have been raised regarding staffing levels and the consistency of activity offerings, particularly outside regular hours. The facility’s cost is mentioned as high relative to other options, which may affect affordability for some families. Prospective residents are encouraged to consider factors such as size, staffing resources, pricing, and the availability of structured activities when evaluating Bickford of Lafayette for memory care needs.

Costs at this community start at $3,346 and range up to $5,171. The average price in the community is $4,258, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,408. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.