Bickford of Burlington

Bickford of Burlington is a family-owned assisted living community in Burlington, Iowa, offering personalized care through assisted living, independent living, and Montessori Memory Care services. Designed to support seniors in maintaining independence while providing necessary assistance, the community focuses on helping residents live happier, healthier lives, longer. Services include help with daily activities such as meals, medication management, and grooming, along with access to healthcare professionals and a vibrant, engaging environment. The facility serves individuals across Burlington and surrounding areas, including nearby communities like Ames, Cedar Falls, and Davenport, and has earned a 4.80 rating from satisfied residents and families.

Rooted in a personal mission, Bickford of Burlington was created in response to the lack of compassionate, home-like care when the company’s founder’s mother, Mary Bickford, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. What began as a family’s effort to honor her memory has grown into a national network of senior living communities, all guided by the same principle: care with purpose and love. The Montessori Memory Care model, adopted from the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, emphasizes residents’ abilities, purposeful engagement, and dignity, helping individuals with dementia maintain connection and meaning. This approach reflects the company’s commitment to treating each resident as a person with value, not a set of medical needs.

Located at 3301 Sterling Drive, the community sits just a short distance from key local roads and institutions. It is situated near South Roosevelt Avenue and 71st Street, both major local thoroughfares, and is within a half-mile of Division Street. The site is also just a short walk from Notre Dame High School and the Notre Dame School District, anchoring it in a well-established educational and residential neighborhood.

Bickford of Burlington stands out for its deep commitment to resident well-being, rooted in decades of family-driven care and a nationally recognized approach to memory care. The community’s focus on creating a home-like atmosphere, combined with its proven model of compassionate support, makes it a trusted choice for seniors and families in the Burlington area.

In a city where community and connection matter, Bickford of Burlington offers a place where seniors can thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy.