The Rivers at Maryland Farms

01/12/2026

Thinking about in-home care for a loved one?
It might seem like the perfect solution—but there are hidden costs you may not expect. From financial surprises to emotional strain, understanding the full picture is essential before making a decision.

👉 Discover what you need to know:

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01/09/2026

💭 “Will my loved one be treated like family?”
It’s a question we hear often—and one we never take lightly.

That’s why, every month, we reach out to families with a simple check-in. One question. One honest answer. One more way to make sure we’re living up to the trust they’ve placed in us.

Their feedback shapes us. It helps us grow, improve, and stay grounded in what matters most: delivering care rooted in compassion, dignity, and love.

💖 Here’s what families shared with us this month:

01/08/2026

Family has its benefits 💚

At Bickford, we believe work should feel like home. Here’s why our team loves being part of the family:
✨ Free Meals – Enjoy delicious, scratch-made meals from our Bread Basket kitchen during your shift. (Yes, they’re really good.)
📱 Verizon Discount – Save 20%+ on your cell phone bill with our large employer group discount.
💼 Purpose-Driven Work – Make a difference every day. At Bickford, your work truly matters.

Ready to join a workplace that feels like family?
👉 Click here to learn more and apply:

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.

01/07/2026

📚Rediscovering Joy Through Reading 📚
When Karen arrived at Bickford, her family hoped to find a place where she could feel safe, loved, and understood. A devoted mother and grandmother with a warm spirit and a mischievous streak, Karen had spent her life surrounded by the things she loved most—dogs, the outdoors, sweet treats, and music. But as Alzheimer’s and dementia progressed, restlessness and behavioral challenges began to overshadow her vibrant personality.

Bickford’s Montessori approach brought the team together to help Karen reconnect with what matters most.

✅ Our caregivers explored her life story to uncover meaningful activities.
✅ We discovered her lifelong love of reading—a passion that could bring comfort and purpose.
✅ With gentle encouragement, Karen began reading to other residents in Mary B’s neighborhood, creating moments of connection and joy.

Today, Karen’s restlessness has faded, replaced by calm focus and enthusiasm. She is more relaxed, cooperative, and visibly brighter throughout the day. Through the simple act of sharing stories, Karen has rediscovered belonging—and reminded us all that purposeful roles can transform lives.

This story is from Bickford of Lancaster

01/06/2026

📉 Safety First: 28% Fewer Falls This Quarter!
We’re proud to share that our commitment to safety is paying off—falls have decreased by 28% quarter over quarter!

This achievement reflects the hard work of our team and the effectiveness of our proactive measures. Every step we take toward reducing risks makes a big difference for our people and our community.

✅ Safer environment
✅ Stronger processes
✅ Healthier outcomes

Let’s keep the momentum going!

01/06/2026

🌟 Confidence. Independence. Joy. 🌟
In Mary B’s, we believe every person deserves the chance to feel successful and valued. That’s why our residents have been working on a special art project: numbered jigsaw puzzles!

Each puzzle piece is numbered to match a corresponding space, making it easier for those who may struggle with traditional puzzles to still experience the satisfaction of completing one. This simple adaptation encourages problem-solving, fine motor skills, and—most importantly—a sense of accomplishment.

Roscoe summed it up perfectly while helping create these puzzles:
“This will be really helpful for some people who just can’t do it anymore.”

Moments like these remind us what Montessori is all about—purpose, dignity, and the joy of making a difference. 💜

This story comes from Bickford of Bexley

01/05/2026

✨ Start the New Year Off Right! ✨
There’s no better time to explore what vibrant senior living looks like. Take a tour of our communities and discover a place where comfort, connection, and care come together.

✅ Beautiful, homelike spaces
✅ Engaging activities and personalized care
✅ A welcoming team ready to do whatever it takes

Make 2026 the year of new beginnings! Schedule your tour today and see why so many call our communities home.
📅 Schedule your tour today and see why so many call our communities home.

01/05/2026

We are super excited to kick off 2026 with lots of new adventures here at The Rivers at Maryland Farms, assisted living and memory care. We are excited to see what this new year has in store for us! Schedule a tour today and come see what living happier, healthier and longer looks like! 615-376-5299

01/03/2026

Do you wanna build a snowman? We might not have snow in Brentwood (yet!), but that didn't stop our residents from making these delicious snowman treats yesterday! It's a Marshmallow World here at the Rivers at Maryland Farms Assisted Living and Memory Care!

01/02/2026

After a successful New Year's Party with Assisted Living, several of our Mary B's Buddies visited our Memory Care and helped throw them a party of their own! Our volunteers passed out snacks, poured drinks, asked discussion questions, and sang songs with our Mary B's residents. When asked what their New Year's resolutions were, some of our Mary B's residents answered "Continue to learn" and "Be more compassionate to those you live with and those you work with." Excellent resolutions!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from The Rivers Community! We rang in 2026 in style with a snack and song-filled party. Our residents sang, danced, ate, and discussed our New Year's Resolutions, which varied from "Get to know the residents better" to "Win the lottery!" What better time is there to celebrate our commitment to promoting a Montessori-inspired lifestyle for each of our residents than the new year? In true Montessori fashion, one of the members of our hospitality committee even volunteered to help decorate! Here's to all of our amazing memories from 2025, and to a million more in 2026! Cheers!

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from Bickford Senior Living! 🎉
As we welcome 2026, we’re reminded that every new year is a chance to create more moments of joy, connection, and purpose. At Bickford, we believe life doesn’t slow down—it gets richer with age.

Here’s to a year filled with laughter, friendships, and experiences that make every day meaningful. 💙

✨ Cheers to new beginnings and celebrating life at every stage!