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Bickford of Peoria

1920 W. Willow Knolls Drive, Peoria, IL

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.179 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Bickford of Peoria

There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath senior health model is nationally acclaimed, acting as a beacon of safety and proactive care. We’re not just waiting for something bad to happen — we’re use proactive, modern, integrated methods to help your loved one live happier, healthier —longer. And did we mention? Our residents are twice as happy compared to other places. 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.

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

$3,650/month

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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

$4,563/month

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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

$5,931/month

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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

$3,954/month

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1 Bedroom

Memory Care · 1 bedroom

$4,715/month

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Semi-Private

Memory Care

$2,890/month

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Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

$3,650/month

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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

$4,563/month

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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

$5,931/month

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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Semi-Private$2,890 observed · tracking future changes
$2,890Aug 5, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

4.1 out of 5 from 79 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

Overall would recommend

He had a bad experience with first roommate. A few hiccups along the way. I believe they could some more help. They weren't using call lights. He fell and went to the hospital and needs more care than he can get at Bickford at this time. Overall, I would use their facility again.

AnonymousJuly 8, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Limited experience

I did not interact with staff. Just the intake person. Who is basically selling me the room and services. It appeared clean. In the areas I was in. He never actually moved in, he was placed on hospice care 2 days later. "Most places I have found what they sell and what you actually get are far apart." That was a quote from my cousin.

AnonymousJune 30, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Review for Bickford of Peoria

We feel Bickford is a lovely memory care facility. Our mom has been there for 6 weeks. She calls it her home now. When we have had concerns they have been addressed in a timely manor. We have recommended to others.

SusanJune 24, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Highly recommend

It is a well managed home with loving care. The team is very very attentive. The food was very nice. They had a nice variety of activities. The home was always very clean. I would highly recommend.

Wendy CMay 11, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

My visit was excellent and very informative. The lady that explained the amenatives and conducted the tour was was very kind and understanding and so helpful.

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Value for Cost
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Valerye LApril 20, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Nice clean place.

The only thing we really don't like is the lack of communication. There is very little communication about how our loved one is doing. We do not get any information, not even when there is a concern or doctor visit. Very clean place. And staff is friendly.

KHMarch 10, 2026

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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 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Vegetarian
  • Meals Provided

Health & wellness

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

Services & convenience

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Beautician
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Indoor Common Areas

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Bath Tubs
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 5, 2026.

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Move-in fee
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