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Bickford of Saginaw Township

Bickford of Saginaw Township is an assisted living and memory care community in Saginaw, MI.

Information last verified: June 18, 2026

5275 Mackinaw Road, Saginaw, MI 48603

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

4.1 from 62 reviews

5 stars

39

4 stars

10

3 stars

3

2 stars

1

1 stars

9

Bickford of Saginaw Township Costs & Pricing

Bickford of Saginaw Township offers competitive pricing for its living accommodations when compared to regional and state averages. For a studio, residents can expect a monthly cost of $3,498, which is notably lower than the Saginaw County average of $3,790 and the statewide figure of $3,824. In contrast, the one-bedroom option at Bickford is priced at $3,954, which exceeds both the county's average of $3,050 and Michigan's average of $3,384. Overall, while Bickford's studio pricing remains attractive within its market context, the costs for one-bedroom units suggest a premium that may reflect additional amenities or services offered by the facility.

Floor plans	Bickford of Saginaw Township	Saginaw County	Michigan
Studio	$3,498	$3,790	$3,824
1 Bedroom	$3,954	$3,050	$3,384

Overall Review of Bickford of Saginaw Township

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, home-like feel stands out

Residents and visitors repeatedly describe the facility as clean and home-like.

A recurring theme in the reviews is how clean and comfortable the community feels during visits and day-to-day. Several reviewers highlight bright, odor-free spaces and a “homey” atmosphere, with rooms described as roomy and well kept. A few also raise cleanliness concerns—most notably dirty kitchen conditions and instances where housekeeping or laundry did not meet expectations—so it’s not uniform across every experience. Overall, the cleanliness conversation shows up frequently alongside comfort and familiarity.

common 4 reviews mention this

Dining quality gets positive notes

Food quality is a frequent point of praise in reviews.

Several reviews mention that the meals taste good, feel comforting, and are a plus compared with other places the reviewer looked at. One reviewer specifically says they ate there for several days and found the food “superb,” while another notes “home-cooked” style food. The menus and dining format are also listed as restaurant-style dining with options like room service and guest meals, aligning with the way residents and families talk about meals. A negative review does raise concerns about food being poor and not enough, so dining quality is not described the same way by everyone.

common 5 reviews mention this

Activities and outings help engagement

Activities and structured engagement come up often in reviews.

Residents and families describe a steady mix of activities, including crafts, bingo, music, and entertainment, along with opportunities to join group events. Some reviews also mention daily scheduling or frequent social moments that keep residents involved and connected, including music and movie nights. The community offerings include planned day trips and scheduled daily activities, plus reminiscence-style programming, which matches the way reviews talk about engagement. While most comments are positive, at least one reviewer describes the environment as overwhelming with lots of commotion at times.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Medication and care issues appear

A recurring concern is lapses with medication administration.

Some reviews raise serious concerns about care execution, especially around medication. One family member reports their loved one went without medication at times and that medication balances were handled incorrectly, while another describes a wrong insulin dose and missed communication about low medication supplies. A separate negative review also describes a situation where needed medicine was not provided. These concerns stand out against the many positive reviews that describe staff as responsive, but they are specific enough that they come through clearly in the feedback.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Pricing feels unpredictable or high

Cost is a frequent concern, with some reviewers describing hidden or added charges.

Price comes up as a challenge in multiple reviews. One reviewer calls the community very high in price and says the cost influenced the decision to choose another option, while others mention “hidden costs” that were not mentioned during discussions or interviews. There is also a detailed complaint about additional evaluation-related payments and later expectations around refunds or extra expenses. The community does include a range of apartment types, but the reviews suggest the real-world total can feel harder to forecast than families expected.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

55 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Home sale assistance
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Spa
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Mbs International (6 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Personal care assistants
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Walking wheelchair assistance

Dining

Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian

Activities

Activities off-site
Arts and crafts
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Fitness programs
Games
Happy hour
Light therapy programs
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Planned day trips
Religious services
Reminiscence programs
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Sensory-based programs
Stories
Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Saginaw, Michigan offers a mix of medical facilities, including physicians, hospitals, and pharmacies, all within close proximity. Covenant HealthCare and Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center provide convenient access to healthcare services. Additionally, there are a variety of dining options nearby, such as KFC, Golden Corral, and Red Lobster, making it easy to enjoy meals out with friends or family. For leisure activities, there are several parks in the area like Briarwood Park and William H. Haithco Recreation Area. Cafes like Panera Bread and Starbucks offer places to relax and socialize over a cup of coffee. Overall, this part of Saginaw provides convenient amenities for seniors looking for a comfortable and welcoming community to call home.

Physicians

John K Bartnik (0.3 miles)
Covenant Infusion Therapy Center (0.3 miles)
SVS Vision Optical Centers (0.7 miles)
Saginaw Bay Internal Medicine (1.2 miles)
McNier, Melissa Sunshine Pediatrics (1.4 miles)
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging (1.4 miles)
Michigan Orthopedic Services (1.4 miles)

Hospitals

Covenant HealthCare (0.4 miles)
Mid-Michigan Myoskeletal (1.4 miles)
St Mary's Of Michigan Imaging (1.6 miles)
Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center (2.6 miles)
White Pine Psychiatric Center (2.9 miles)
Covenant Hospital - Labor & Delivery (3.6 miles)
Hospital Hospitality House (3.7 miles)

Pharmacies

Meijer Pharmacy (1 miles)
Healthway Compounding Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2.5 miles)
Rite Aid (2.6 miles)
Walgreens (2.7 miles)
Faler Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Restaurants

KFC (1 miles)
Golden Corral (1.1 miles)
Red Lobster (1.1 miles)
Harvey's Grill and Bar (1.1 miles)
Chuck E. Cheese's (1.2 miles)
Qdoba Mexican Eats (1.2 miles)
McDonald's (1.2 miles)

Parks

Briarwood Park (1 miles)
William H. Haithco Recreation Area (1.9 miles)
Harvey Randall Wickes Recreation Area (3.3 miles)

Cafes

Panera Bread (1.4 miles)
Starbucks (1.5 miles)
Starbucks (2.7 miles)
Biggby Coffee (3.1 miles)
Tim Hortons (3.5 miles)

Theaters

Temple Theatre (3.9 miles)

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