Bickford of Shelby Township is a senior living community located in Shelby Township, Michigan. The facility offers both assisted living and dedicated memory care services for older adults. Designed to provide a homelike environment, Bickford of Shelby Township supports individualized care plans and daily living assistance for residents with varied care needs, including those living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. The community also emphasizes person-centered attention, aiming to enhance residents’ comfort and quality of life.
A range of care services are available at Bickford of Shelby Township. The memory care program is specifically designed for individuals with memory loss and offers a secured environment to enhance safety and minimize risks of wandering. The facility includes features and layouts accommodating the needs of those with cognitive impairments. Diabetes care and medication management services are provided as part of routine health support, in coordination with residents’ physicians. For residents with mobility or continence challenges, comprehensive ambulatory and incontinence care are available. Full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting is offered, ensuring that residents with higher care requirements receive necessary support. Bickford partners with healthcare professionals including optometrists and podiatrists for on-site or scheduled visits.
The facility offers various amenities to promote social engagement and well-being. These include an on-site barber and beauty salon, outdoor walking paths, and frequent organized clubs and community events. Specialized programming, such as yoga and chair yoga, is also available, supporting both physical activity and relaxation. Activities staff facilitate a range of events and group experiences intended for residents of differing abilities and interests.
Transportation is available from Bickford of Shelby Township for both medical and non-medical purposes; this service is provided at cost. Residents may use these transportation services to attend physician appointments, participate in outings, or run errands, depending on their individual needs and preferences.
Resident and family reviews report widely varied experiences at Bickford of Shelby Township. Many families praise the community’s friendly environment, diligent activities staff, and the supportive, compassionate approach of some employees. Positive feedback highlights activity offerings, overall cleanliness, communication with families, and tailored care—particularly for individuals with dementia or more advanced needs. However, a number of reviews express concerns about inconsistent quality of care, including problems with timely staff response, adequate personal care, medication management, and night supervision. Some families identify issues with unfulfilled promises during tours, undertrained staff, and high turnover in administration, as well as occasional problems with maintenance and the reliability of support services, specifically transportation. The cost of care is noted as significant, with some reviewers questioning its value given their experiences. Overall, the quality of service and resident experience at Bickford of Shelby Township appears to vary, with some families reporting satisfaction and peace of mind, and others raising caution regarding oversight and reliability of support. As of June 2024, no significant changes to services or facility operations have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $3,954 and range up to $7,665. The average price in the community is $4,050, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,015. The cost of assisted living 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.