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Bickford of Lincoln

4451 Old Cheney Rd., Lincoln, NE

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.328 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Bickford of Lincoln

With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer. Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the industry standard. But Bickford is about living, not just healthcare. Imagine a place where fresh, homemade meals are the norm, friendly caregivers are a constant, and the social activities are both engaging and abundant. Welcome home to Bickford. Get your loved one on the HigherPath Many assisted living facilities seem similar. But Bickford’s nationally recognized senior health model is taking the road less traveled and championing a higher standard of senior care. An interdisciplinary care team will ensure your loved one is getting whatever proactive interventions they need to stay on a higher path. On-site primary care High-performing care network Interdisciplinary care meetings Integrated health records Outcome-focused technology Created to care for our family. Devoted to serving yours. Bickford was founded in 1991 to care for our own mother. What started out as a family need has blossomed into our life’s work. We’re still family-owned and operated today. Support in a home-like environment Your loved one deserves to focus on what matters most — living the best life possible. Whatever care needs they have, we’re here to help. Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen - This isn’t “institutional food.” They’ll get three meals a day from our scratch kitchen — good as home can be. Daily Activities - Choose your fun every day, with options like exercise, guitar sessions, happy hour, and much, much more. Pet Friendly - Know your loved one and their pet are thriving together. We provide assistance with all pet care needs, including feeding, litter box, and outdoor time. Resident Monitoring System - Never worry that mom could end up somewhere unsafe. Transportation Services - Rest easy knowing your loved one can get anywhere they need to go, safely and hassle-free. Medication Management - Twenty different pills per day? No problem. Assistance with Activities of Daily Living - Whatever it takes to give your loved one their dignity, choice, and independence. Maintenance-Free Living - Housekeeping, laundry, home maintenance — no more! (And yes, we’ll even help with the TV remote.) Dementia Programming - All Bickford caregivers consistently receive advanced training in dementia care. Spiritual Care - Most senior living communities rely on volunteers for spiritual care. Not us. We partner with MarketPlace Chaplains to provide reliable, consistent, professional support. Help your loved one age gracefully in 3 easy steps Visit us. Come in for a tour with one of our Family Advocates. We’ll start by listening so we can understand your loved one’s unique situation. We know what’s at stake and we’re ready to do whatever it takes. Choose a HigherPath. The status quo isn’t good enough. Your loved one deserves better. With our proprietary HigherPath senior health model, we can help your loved one live happier, healthier — longer. Cherish your time together. These years are meant to be golden. With your loved one living their best life possible, you can savor every moment. Meals, milestones, memories — enjoy them all.

Family and resident feedback

4.3 out of 5 from 28 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

Our families experience.

The staff at The Bickford is kind to my wife. She is clean and does not smell like urine. My wife eats the food and appears to like it. The unit is clean. The number of residents is small so my wife gets plenty of attention. She has a room to herself. It is kept clean. The administration has been helpful when there was a problem getting autopay set up. I don't know about activities.

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AnonymousJuly 28, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Facility seemed very dated and apartment felt like a cheap motel room. The woman showing us around really was the only positive I could see.

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tisha fJune 7, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Highly recommended

We were truly grateful for our time At Bickford. [name removed] and her entire staff are the definition of going above and beyond for each of the residents. It's a small facility but truly big on heart and caring, and I say that not trying to sound cliché. But as a concerned child from far away, I was always so relieved with knowing that the staff at Bickford were really looking out for my mother and her husband, the way that I would. I could not have been happier with the care that they received, the communication

AnonymousJune 1, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

The tour and interaction with i believe[name removed] was exceptional. Every thing was well explained. I would recommend the Bickford Assisted living to anyone that needs a good facility. It was small compared to many. But for myself and my husband that is perfect. He has Alzheimer's and myself anxiety. So to many people overwhelm us both. The staff and clients overall seemed very nice. The facility was wheelchair operational and accessible. The apartment were small but nice. It's family feeling sold me. What was n

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Alison M. DierksApril 7, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Quality care for your loved ones!

Bickford cottage has always been in the back of my mind for assisted living care because my girlfriend had her mom there, and she was so pleased with the attentive care given to her mom that I was impressed, too! The facility in general is well taken care of and very clean compared to the other places I have been involved with because of my husband's Alzheimer's disease. The staff is friendly and caring, and they're not put out when you stop them with a question in between their duties... very helpful people! I hig

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Gwen CFebruary 17, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

exceptional care in a family environment

The staff is truly tremendous and go above and beyond to care for their patients, and I'm not just saying that because it sounds like. I can't express how safe and comfortable my mother and I both feel with her as a resident of Bickford. It's truly a family atmosphere where she is receiving exceptional care daily.

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JamesSeptember 30, 2025

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Pureed Meals
  • Vegetarian
  • Kosher
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Anytime Dining
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Transportation at Cost
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Men's Club
  • Cooking Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Activities On-site
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Gardening Club
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Bridge Club
  • Walking Club
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities Off-site
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Current Events Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Karaoke
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outside Patio
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Game Room
  • Piano or Organ

Apartment & room features

  • Kitchenette
  • Garden View
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units

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