<<>> At Bickford of Crown Point, our mission has always been to provide proactive, compassionate care that keeps our residents healthier, safer, and right where they belong—at home with us. Today, we’re excited to share a major milestone achieved through our Higher Path initiative. Between Quarter 3 and Quarter 4, our branch achieved a 24% decrease in emergency room visits. This improvement reflects our commitment to early detection, prevention, and consistent follow‑up—key components of the Higher Path model. ~What Drove This Success? ✔ Early Identification of Health Changes Our nursing team increased daily engagement and assessment, allowing us to catch changes sooner and intervene before they escalated. ✔ Strong Clinical Collaboration Wellness, caregiving, and leadership teams met regularly to review trends, adjust service plans, and coordinate interventions tailored to each resident. ✔ Preventive, Proactive Care By partnering closely with residents, families, and healthcare providers, we were better positioned to address concerns early—reducing unnecessary or avoidable ER trips. ✔ Consistent Monitoring After Illness or Falls Structured follow‑up ensured residents received the right care at the right time, supporting better health outcomes. ~Why This Matters A 24% reduction in ER visits means: ✔Fewer stressful hospital trips ✔Reduced exposure to hospital‑acquired illness ✔Greater stability and comfort for residents ✔Improved continuity of care ✔Increased peace of mind for families Every avoided ER visit represents a meaningful improvement in a resident’s quality of life! #BickfordofCrownPoint #assistedliving #montessorimemorycare #HigherPath

Now Accepting Residents | Montessori Memory Care at Bickford of Crown Point Looking for more than just memory care? At Bickford of Crown Point, we offer something truly special — a safe, nurturing home where your loved one can thrive, stay engaged, and live with dignity. Our Montessori Memory Care approach focuses on the abilities your loved one still has while providing the daily care, structure, and support they need and deserve. - This is not a nursing facility. - This is a true home filled with family, love, and compassion. Safe, structured environment Meaningful daily engagement Personalized care and routines Warm, relationship-centered staff All-Inclusive Rate: $340 per day

Listening to classical music during a Luau is definitely a twist to the traditional custom, but our residents at Bickford of Crown Point loved it! The classical pianist, Doug Reba, played several pieces, admitting his own difficulties with each, and how he was able to eventually overcome them with considerable practice. The residents enjoyed punch and fruit kabobs as they listened to the lively piano compositions. Doug finished with a question and answer session that was informative and quite interesting. They all want him back, and we will all be looking forward to his return in June!

Adding color to window clings is one way to bring sunshine into an otherwise grey morning. The residents in Mary B’s enjoyed this activity while reminiscing about color in their past lives. Favorite bedroom and seasonal colors were the most common topics, while others boasted about the colors they looked best in. Looking forward to seeing these pretty finished products on glass!

《Norovirus: What Families Should Know》 Norovirus—often called the “stomach flu”—is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps. It spreads quickly in close living environments like assisted living and memory care, so awareness is key. ~Symptoms: •Sudden vomiting and diarrhea •Nausea, stomach pain, fatigue ◇Symptoms start within 12–48 hours and usually last 1–3 days (longer for seniors)◇ ~How It Spreads: •Person-to-person contact •Contaminated surfaces •Food or water ◇Just a few particles can cause infection◇ ~Prevention: •Wash hands with soap and water (sanitizers don’t work) •Clean and disinfect surfaces with bleach-based solutions •Wash soiled laundry in hot water •Sick residents stay isolated until 24 hours after symptoms stop ~How Families Can Help: •Delay visits if you’re sick (wait 48 hours after symptoms end) •Encourage hydration and handwashing •Stay informed about facility updates via family emails ~Our Commitment: At Bickford Senior Living, we act fast: With the utilization of the #HigherPath counsel meetins, HANSA medical group NP, reporting to health authorities, enhancing cleaning, using protective equipment, and keeping families informed. 《Together, we can keep our community healthy and safe. Thank you for partnering with us!》 #BickfordAssistedLiving #BickfordofCrownPoint #MontessoriMemoryCare

Discover What’s Possible on the HigherPath Bickford of Crown Point | A Place Where Loved Ones Thrive When a family begins searching for support for an aging parent or loved one, it’s never just about finding a place — it’s about finding the right path. A path that honors their story, restores their confidence, and surrounds them with people who truly see them. At Bickford of Crown Point, that path has a name: HigherPath. HigherPath isn’t just a program. It’s a life‑changing approach to care that meets your loved one exactly where they are — emotionally, socially, and physically — and helps them rise to where they deserve to be. From personalized engagement to meaningful daily routines, from compassionate clinical support to joyful community moments, HigherPath is designed to be the solution families have been searching for. If you’ve been wondering whether there’s a place that can meet all your loved one’s needs… there is. If you’ve been hoping for a community that feels like family… you’ve found it. We invite you to come tour Bickford of Crown Point and experience the difference for yourself. Walk our halls, meet our team, feel the energy of our residents, and see how HigherPath can bring peace of mind to your family and renewed purpose to your loved one. Your next step toward clarity, comfort, and confidence starts with a visit. Schedule your tour today 219-388-6160. Let us show you how the HigherPath can change everything. #higherpath #AssistedLiving #MemoryCare #BickfordSeniorLiving #BickfordofCrownPoint #Seniors

Celebrating milestones is a regular occurrence at Bickford of Crown Point. Our resident, Betty, turned 90 with quite a jubilee. Her family made sure she received the proper party, which included her favorite meal, a large cake to share with her friends, and many thoughtful presents! She truly is blessed with such caring people in her life, and we are truly lucky to have her as one of our residents.

One of the newest activities at Bickford of Crown Point is jewelry design. Today, the participants decided to make elegant bracelets while chatting about growing up in “the region”. They also commented on how long it’s been since they’ve created jewelry, which apparently they all took part in at a younger age. Their bracelets all turned out lovely and the conversations were even better! Thanks Hattie, Dorris, and Jo Jo!

Happy hour at the Bickford Bistro! Our residents are winding down from a busy week with a few choice drinks. Most popular is definitely hot cocoa (with a few requesting a splash of rum), beer, and of course, wine!. Most importantly though, is the social component to these gatherings which foster deeper connections resulting in happy residents!

What to do with that pesky sock that somehow lost its’ match in the dryer? Have some fun turning it into a seasonal decoration! This was the brainchild of one of our more creative residents who is always suggesting new craft ideas. Thanks Dorris!