Occupancy rate
70%
Lower than the Nevada average: 81.5%Bright Life
Assisted Living · Reno, NV
Bright Life
Assisted Living · Reno, NV
Make your best years count at Bright Life, an idyllic assisted living community in Reno, NV, that offers personal care. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, the community promotes a nurturing environment. Here, residents receive top-tier assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock.
Fun activities and enriching social events are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Medication assistance is also provided to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years, accompanied by its high-quality services and cozy amenities.
10-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 19 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Nevada average: 81.5%Occupied beds
7 / 10
Average residents per home in Nevada
92 per day
AwardsNextDoor Neighborhood Favorite in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, Best of Reno 2023 and 2024, Community choice #1 in Sparks and Reno
Facility TypeResidential Facility For Groups
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 23, 2020
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number#0087070
Bright Life is administrated by Ernesto Beltejar Jr..
Independent Living
0 units
Assisted Living Beds (Low Income)
Units designated for residents who qualify for low-income assistance programs.
0 units
Assisted Living
10 units
Total beds
10 units
Specific ProgramsFree Electrical Estimates, New Construction, Whole House Surge Protector, Panel Upgrades and Replacements, EV Chargers, BRIGHTLIFE BLOG
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Bright Life
Assisted Living
Inspection History
In Nevada, the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance performs unannounced onsite surveys to evaluate resident safety and care quality.
Since 2020 · 6 years of data
11 deficiencies
9 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nevada state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2020 vs. Nevada state average
Latest Inspection
August 12, 2025
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | NV Average | vs. NV Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 11 | 62 | This facility has 82% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (11 vs. NV avg 62). Click this badge to view the full Nevada ranking.↓ 82% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2020.
| 1.8 | 10.3 | This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (1.8 vs. NV avg 10.3). Click this badge to view the full Nevada ranking.↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.2 | 3 | This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (1.2 vs. NV avg 3). Click this badge to view the full Nevada ranking.↓ 60% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | NV Average | vs. NV Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 9 | 21 | This facility has 57% fewer total inspections than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (9 vs. NV avg 21). Click this badge to view the full Nevada ranking.↓ 57% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 12, 2025, was a complaint investigation that found no deficiencies and did not substantiate the allegations. Earlier inspections showed a mix of results, with the May 29, 2025 annual inspection identifying multiple deficiencies related mainly to kitchen sanitation, maintenance, catheter care, medication records, and medication storage. Prior complaint investigations generally found no deficiencies and did not substantiate allegations, except for some issues noted in December 2023 involving person-centered service plans, safety hazards, and licensing endorsements, though no enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with one substantiated complaint not resulting in deficiencies. The inspection history shows some recent challenges with facility maintenance and care documentation, but no fines or license actions were reported, and the most recent inspection was free of deficiencies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Assisted Living in Nevada
Bright Life is located in Reno, Nevada.
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11.9 miles from city center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Life
Is Bright Life in a walkable area?
Bright Life has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
When does Bright Life's license expire?
According to NV state health department records, Bright Life's license expires on December 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Bright Life?
Bright Life's occupancy is 70%.
Who is the administrator of Bright Life?
Ernesto Beltejar Jr. is the administrator of Bright Life.
How many beds does Bright Life have?
Bright Life has 10 beds.
Are there photos of Bright Life?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Bright Life in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Bright Life?
Bright Life is located at 10515 Kenai Dr, Reno, NV 89521.
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