The Rivers at Maryland Farms

02/13/2026

❄️ Snow day—indoor style! ❄️
Our Mary B’s residents were all smiles as they played in the snow this week—showing impressive skills while building snowballs and tiny snowmen. As they worked, they shared sweet visions of making snow angels and enjoying friendly snowball fights outside.

Their genuine joy said it all. If we can’t always go outside to see and feel the snow, why not bring the snow inside? Moments like these turn imagination into connection and create happiness that warms the heart. ☃️💙

This story is from Bickford of Crystal Lake

02/12/2026

🌟 Become a Caregiver – Find Purpose in Your Work 🌟
In one way or another, we’re all caregivers—whether it’s for our children, parents, friends, or even pets. Caring comes naturally, and the joy it brings is its own reward.

What if your job could feel the same way?

“At Starbucks, you can spend your time making coffee,” says Andy Eby, owner of Bickford Senior Living. “Or for similar pay, you can work with seniors, have extreme purpose, and know your work truly matters.”

You don’t need a fancy degree or years of experience—we’ll help with that. What you do need is the heart of a caregiver.

Bickford is looking for team members who are ready to make a difference in the lives of our residents. If you’re considering your next career chapter, click below to learn more:
👉 bickfordseniorliving.com/careers

02/12/2026

Your loved one deserves to live the best life possible! Watch your loved one thrive in an environment that feels like home! Come learn more about The Rivers at Maryland Farms.
Call today to tour and ask for Katherine!
615-376-5299

02/11/2026

✨Mim Finds Calm and Confidence ✨
When Mim first came to Bickford, anxiety overshadowed her days. She frequently sought reassurance, which limited her independence and placed added strain on caregivers. Her family longed to see her more at ease and engaged in daily life.

Bickford’s HigherPath approach brought the team together to help Mim rediscover her sense of calm.
✅ Our clinical team made thoughtful medication adjustments to support her emotional well-being.
✅ Montessori-inspired activities encouraged choice, independence, and meaningful engagement.
✅ A personalized Q&A binder was introduced, empowering Mim to find answers on her own and reducing the need for constant reassurance.

Today, Mim’s anxiety has decreased significantly. She confidently uses her binder, enjoys greater independence, and participates in activities with a renewed sense of purpose. Her family shares heartfelt feedback about her calm demeanor and improved engagement—a transformation that speaks to the power of personalized care.

This story is from Bickford of Worthington

02/10/2026

🎈 Game on—and the energy was electric! 🎈
This morning, our living room leveled up as we hosted a cross‑community Balloon Volleyball match, welcoming our friends from Mary B’s to join the Assisted Living crew. The excitement had everyone on the edge of their seats!

🧠 The Fox Therapy twist: With a great expert tip from John, our Speech Pathologist from Fox Therapy, we added a second balloon to the game. Why two? Because it’s brain gym in disguise—challenging split‑second reaction time, dynamic hand coordination, and laser‑sharp attention.

Between the laughter and lightning‑fast rallies, our residents showed that teamwork, fun, and connection truly know no bounds. A fantastic example of how therapy‑inspired play strengthens both minds and community!

This story is from Bickford of Tinley Park

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

Grateful hearts, familiar faces, and the comfort of home. Thank you to our families, partners, and community for surrounding us with so much love. 🤍

02/10/2026

The River’s Reflects on Our Safe Return Home

Over the past several days, our community at The River’s walked through a challenging and unexpected situation together. After a sudden mechanical failure required the temporary evacuation of our residents, what followed was nothing short of remarkable — a display of teamwork, compassion, and community spirit that reminded us exactly what it means to be part of Brentwood.
Today, we are grateful and proud to share that all of our residents have safely returned home to The River’s. Their resilience, good humor, and trust in our team made every long day and late night worthwhile. Seeing everyone settle back into their familiar surroundings has brought immense joy and relief to our entire staff.

A Seamless and Safe Transport Home
Our return home was coordinated carefully and intentionally, ensuring residents were transported comfortably and reunited smoothly with family and familiar spaces. Thanks to the incredible coordination between our team and our partners, every resident arrived safely, warmly, and with the individualized support they needed.
We recognize how much trust this required from our families, and we are deeply thankful for your patience, communication, and unwavering support.

Gratitude to Our Extraordinary Community Partners
We could not have navigated this evacuation—or the safe return—without the extraordinary support of organizations and individuals across Williamson County and beyond. Their professionalism, kindness, and willingness to step in at a moment’s notice made all the difference.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to:
Williamson County Red Cross
Grace Community Church, with special thanks to Pastor Scott Patty and Pastor Jason Miller
TEMA
Brentwood Fire Department
Franklin Fire Department
Vanderbilt LifeFlight & Ground Crew
ShowerUp Nashville
Williamson County Emergency Management
Sunset Middle School and their wonderful volunteers
Williamson County Sheriff’s Department
Dr. Helton with Cerebral Care Consulting
Gentiva Hospice
Claudia Buchanan
Col. Tim Tuttle with Assisted Living Locators
Morning Pointe of Brentwood
Vitality Senior Living
Todd Horton with the Emergency Management Agency
Lindsey and Julie with World Central Kitchen
And the many additional musicians and volunteers from across the Brentwood community who showed up with compassion, energy, and open hearts.

Every act of service, whether delivering supplies, providing music, offering hands-on help, or simply showing up to support our residents; left an impact on our hearts and our community.

To our staff, thank you for your tireless dedication, long hours, and unwavering commitment to our residents’ safety and well‑being. You embodied the values of The River’s in every decision made, every reassurance offered, and every moment of care delivered.

To our families, thank you for your patience, grace, and trust. Your support kept us going, and your encouragement never went unnoticed.
And to our residents, your resilience, humor, and positivity reminded us once again why we do what we do.

Moving Forward Together
While this experience was unexpected, it demonstrated the incredible unity and compassion that surrounds The River’s. We are honored to be part of a community that steps up without hesitation and walks alongside us in times of need.
We look forward to upcoming days — filled with warmth, routine, and the comfort of home.
Thank you, truly, for being part of The River’s family.

The Rivers of Maryland Farms Assisted a living and Memory Care

02/09/2026

🚐 Getting there is easy—because we make it that way.
Whether it’s a group outing on Howie the bus or a scheduled appointment with a caregiver es**rt, your loved one can travel safely and comfortably.

From local restaurants and museums to routine checkups, we handle the details so they can enjoy the journey.

02/06/2026

🎉 A new committee is born at Bickford of Chesapeake! 🎉
Residents recently gathered for the very first interest meeting of our Birthday Club, and the energy in the room was inspiring. It was wonderful to see so many seniors come together with creative ideas for how they want to celebrate birthdays in our community.

From thoughtfully choosing a birthday card that perfectly matched next week’s celebrant, to planning the upcoming party, residents took the lead every step of the way. We even had three committee members volunteer to help set up for future monthly birthday celebrations!

When residents are empowered to make decisions, create traditions, and shape meaningful rituals, community grows stronger. This is how connection is built—and how it’s sustained. 💛🎂

02/05/2026

💥 Caregiving Deserves Better. You Deserve Better.
At Bickford, we believe caregiving is a calling—not just a job. But too often, caregivers are held back by bad systems, poor leadership, and lack of support.

We’re changing that.
✅ Respectful leadership
✅ Empowered teams
✅ A mission rooted in love

We won’t stop until Bickford is the best place in America to be a caregiver.

👉 Click here to find out how we’re redefining the caregiving experience.
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You deserve a better place to care. We will not stop until we're the best place in America to be a caregiver. Explore careers at Bickford.

02/04/2026

✨Jane's Journey Back to Independence✨
When Jane arrived at Bickford, she faced significant challenges in her daily life. Once independent, she now required assistance for even the simplest tasks and could no longer walk without support. Her situation was deeply frustrating, as she longed to regain the freedom and confidence she once had.

Bickford’s HigherPath approach brought the team together to help Jane reclaim her independence.
✅Our on-site nurse practitioner collaborated with the provider network to ensure her care plan was comprehensive and personalized.
✅Fox Therapy’s in-house team initiated physical, occupational, and speech therapy to address her mobility and functional needs.
✅The HigherPath council monitored her progress closely, adjusting interventions to maximize her recovery.

Today, Jane has made remarkable progress—she now ambulates independently without any assistive device and performs most of her activities of daily living with minimal assistance. Her transformation is a testament to the power of teamwork, technology, and compassionate care.

This story is from Bickford of Upper Arlington