Bardwell Residence is a vibrant senior living community in Aurora, Illinois, thoughtfully designed within the beautifully restored Bardwell Elementary School. Reopened as a senior living facility in 2021, this unique community seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comfort. Bardwell Residence offers a full continuum of care—independent living, assisted living, and memory care—providing seniors with the flexibility to age in place while receiving the level of support they need.
For those requiring daily assistance, Bardwell Residence delivers compassionate support with activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, medication management, and toileting. The memory care program is specially tailored for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, offering a secure environment, specialized programming, and staff trained in dementia care best practices.
Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities including restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals served in a spacious, sunlit dining room. A bistro café offers additional casual dining options and a place to socialize. Wellness programs focus on physical, mental, and emotional health, featuring fitness classes, on-site therapy services, and preventative health screenings. The community’s activity calendar is robust, featuring daily opportunities for engagement such as art classes, music therapy, gardening in the outdoor courtyard, movie nights in a dedicated theater room, and organized outings to local attractions like downtown Aurora and the Fox River.
Accommodations at Bardwell Residence are thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and privacy, with a choice of studio and one-bedroom apartments. Many apartments feature large windows, high ceilings, and unique architectural details preserved from the original school, blending a sense of history with contemporary finishes. Apartments are equipped with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, individually controlled climate systems, emergency call systems, and ample closet space.
What truly sets Bardwell Residence apart is its innovative adaptation of the historic school building. Original features such as terrazzo floors, wide hallways, and classroom chalkboards have been preserved and incorporated into the design, creating a warm, nostalgic atmosphere. The community also offers beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, secure walking paths, a library, a salon and barber shop, and dedicated spaces for family gatherings and special events.
Bardwell Residence is managed by Gardant Management Solutions, a leading provider of senior living in Illinois, ensuring high standards of care, resident satisfaction, and ongoing staff training. The community’s location in Aurora provides residents with convenient access to nearby medical centers, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions, making Bardwell Residence a welcoming and enriching place to call home for seniors seeking comfort, care, and community.
Costs at this community start at $5,415 and range up to $5,415. The average price in the community is $5,415, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,524. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
