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Bickford Macomb Cottage in Macomb, IL

Bickford Macomb Cottage is an assisted living community in Macomb, IL.

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  • Interior

    A cozy and well-decorated hair salon with comfortable chairs, stylish decor, and ample lighting.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a fireplace and television.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with elegant furniture and decor.

  • Building

    A charming residential building with a well-maintained garden and a clear blue sky overhead.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with pastel decor and soft bedding, featuring wall art and a large window.

  • Windows

    A cozy dining room with tables set for guests, adorned with fresh flowers and large windows allowing natural light.

  • Dining

    A cozy dining room with a neatly set table, elegant curtains, and tasteful decor.

  • Landscaping

    A cozy outdoor patio with colorful chairs and a grill, surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a microwave on the counter.

  • Artwork

    A cozy bathroom featuring a toilet, walk-in tub with curtain, and elegant decor.

  • Outdoor Seating

    A cozy porch with wooden rocking chairs and colorful cushions, surrounded by potted plants.

  • Wall Art

    Cozy living room with a sofa, wall decor, and a small table.

  • Aquarium

    A cozy living room with a fish tank, green sofa, and wooden furniture.

1600 Maple Avenue, Macomb, IL 61455

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 57 reviews
5 stars
48
4 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Bickford Macomb Cottage

common 13 reviews mention this

Clean, home-like atmosphere stands out

Residents and families consistently describe a clean, home-like environment.

Multiple reviews say the building looks and feels clean and comfortable, with a warm, home-like atmosphere. Several visitors mention an inviting feel when they walk in, along with a setting that helps residents feel at ease. Others add that the facility looks up to date and cared for, not institutional.

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff is welcoming and consistently helpful

Reviews repeatedly highlight welcoming, friendly caregivers who help right away.

Across reviews, residents, families, and visitors describe staff as friendly and welcoming, with caregivers who show up to assist. Several people note responsiveness—questions during settling in are addressed quickly and staff members go above and beyond. A few also describe staff treating residents with personal attention and respect, reinforcing that day-to-day support feels reliable.

common 5 reviews mention this

Meals earn strong praise

Residents and families speak positively about the home-style meals and meal quality.

Food is a recurring bright spot, with reviews mentioning home-style meals and highlighting specific meal quality. One reviewer describes the baked chicken as impressive, while others say residents frequently comment on good food. Several also connect meal satisfaction with the overall quality of care and attention provided at the community.

  • A cozy dining room with tables set for guests, adorned with fresh flowers and large windows allowing natural light.
  • A cozy dining room with a neatly set table, elegant curtains, and tasteful decor.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 28 resident community capacity 28 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Health Services Building 1 (0.6 miles)
  • McDonough Medical Group, Dr Sparks (0.7 miles)
  • Family Practice Associates (0.7 miles)
  • Women's Health Center Of Macomb (0.7 miles)
  • Michael H Veeder MD (0.7 miles)
  • Scott J Wright (0.7 miles)
  • Macomb Internal Medicine (0.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Elms Nursing Home (0.7 miles)
  • McDonough District Hospital (0.7 miles)
  • Heartland Health Care Center-Macomb (0.8 miles)
  • McDonough County E911 (1.4 miles)
  • McDonough District Hospital (2 miles)
  • McDonough District Hospital (2.4 miles)

Transportation

  • McDonough County Hospital Heliport (0.9 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.6 miles)
  • S & G Taxi (1.6 miles)
  • Uhaul Business Consultants (1.6 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.6 miles)
  • Alamo (1.7 miles)
  • Budget Rent A Car (1.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Baptist Church (0.9 miles)
  • Immanuel Lutheran Church (0.9 miles)
  • Church of God (1.1 miles)
  • Full Gospel Holiness Church (1.2 miles)
  • Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses (1.3 miles)
  • Church Of The Nazarene (1.4 miles)
  • St Paul Cath Chr-Rel Ed Office (1.4 miles)

Parks

  • Patton Park (0.9 miles)
  • Compton Park (1.2 miles)
  • Lakeview Nature Center (1.3 miles)
  • Chandler Park (1.5 miles)
  • Everly Park (2.7 miles)
  • Argyle Lake State Park (6.4 miles)
  • VFW Park (11.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • El Jarochito (1.4 miles)
  • Chick's On The Square (1.4 miles)
  • Mili's King Gyros (1.4 miles)
  • Vitale's Restaurant & Pizzeria (1.5 miles)
  • KFC (1.5 miles)
  • Yummy Chen's (1.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Axline Pharmacy (11.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Bold Brew House (1.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Adair Cafe (9.3 miles)

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