Brighton Gardens of Columbia
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Columbia, MD

Brighton Gardens of Columbia

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Columbia, MD

Overview of Brighton Gardens of Columbia

Brighton Gardens of Columbia is renowned for its exceptional services in promoting wellness and happiness. Their accolades speak volumes about the outstanding care they provide. Crafted with expertise, their social events, exercise classes, and culinary delights ensure residents experience a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. This Baltimore, Maryland gem not only excels in assisted living but also specializes in top-tier memory care. They welcome short-term stays and seamlessly coordinate hospice care, offering a comprehensive range of services.

Caregivers here are not just efficient but also incredibly pleasant, ensuring a warm and inviting environment. The community’s dedication, honed over 35 years, reflects in the pristine cleanliness, making it a highly recommended choice for those seeking a nurturing and comfortable living experience. Brighton Gardens of Columbia, with its unparalleled commitment, is where seniors truly find a haven of top-notch care and genuine warmth. Families often echo this sentiment in their glowing memory care reviews, underscoring the community’s exceptional memory care services, making it a trusted choice for those seeking the best.

Bed community size
102-bed community Rank #112 / 697Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 112th out of 697 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maryland facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #61 / 208Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 208 homes in Maryland. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Maryland facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #316 / 985Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 316th out of 985 homes in Maryland. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maryland facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Awards

Best Assisted Living as part of U.S. News & World Report's Best Senior Living ratings for 2025
WELL Equity Rating and WELL Health-Safety Rating.

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
CountyHoward

Room costs

Private Room $140 - $260 per day
Semi-Private Room $100 - $150 per day

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency response systems in each suite

Hospice Affiliations

AccentCare Hospice and Palliative Care of Maryland
Gilchrist Hospice Care
Heartland Hospice (Baltimore)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

4 services
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit
Mild Alzheimer's Level
Moderate Alzheimer's Level
Severe Alzheimer's Level

Additional Services

1 service
Short-Term Stays

Amenities & Lifestyle

Access To Personalized 24-Hour Care
Fresh
Chef-Crafted Cuisine
Beautiful Outdoor Spaces
Excursions To Local Attractions
Pet Friendly
Bistro With Grab-And-Go Snacks
Music
Fitness
Art
And Continued Learning Programs
Scheduled Transportation
Private Dining Room For Special Celebrations
Frequent Social Events
Wi-Fi Available
Sunrise Careconnect For Healthcare Coordination
Specific ProgramsProgramming designed to bring purpose to each day
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$6,080+ per month

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Demographics

Resident demographic information for this facility.

Gender

  • Female 84%
  • Male 16%

Age Distribution

  • 85-94 40%
  • 75-84 33.3%
  • 65-74 13.3%
  • 95+ 9.3%
  • ≤64 4%

Ethnicity

  • White 82.7%
  • African American 12%
  • Hispanic 4%
  • Asian 1.3%

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbia's city center to Brighton Gardens of Columbia's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.77 miles to nearest hospital (UM Laurel Medical Center)

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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.

Brighton Gardens of Columbia
AL
MC
Columbia (Owen Brown)
102
Facility 102
MD AVG 43
Rank #112 / 697
Yes
60
Facility 60
MD AVG 43
Rank #316 / 985
Private Rooms
27
Facility 27
MD AVG 21
Rank #61 / 208
-
16%

Male Residents — State Benchmarked 16% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (84% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.

84%

Female Residents — State Benchmarked 84% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.

83%

White Residents — State Benchmarked 83% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data.

12%

African American Residents — State Benchmarked 12% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown.

5%

Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 5% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Hispanic (4%), Asian (1%).

13%

Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living.

33%

Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 33% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs.

40%

Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 40% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm.

9%

Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 9% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community.

Sunrise of Columbia
AL
HC
MC
RC
Columbia (Hickory Ridge)
96
Facility 96
MD AVG 43
Rank #140 / 697
Yes
53
Facility 53
MD AVG 43
Rank #393 / 985
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
45
Facility 45
MD AVG 21
Rank #4 / 208
A-
31%

Male Residents — State Benchmarked 31% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (69% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.

69%

Female Residents — State Benchmarked 69% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.

88%

White Residents — State Benchmarked 88% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data.

5%

African American Residents — State Benchmarked 5% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown.

6%

Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (4%), American Indian (1%), Hispanic (1%).

6%

Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.

38%

Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 38% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities.

36%

Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 36% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community.

19%

Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 19% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.

Brightview Columbia
AL
IL
MC
Columbia (Martin Road)
80
Facility 80
MD AVG 43
Rank #176 / 697
No
26
Facility 26
MD AVG 43
Rank #677 / 985
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
MD AVG 21
Rank #191 / 208
-
32%

Male Residents — State Benchmarked 32% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (68% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.

68%

Female Residents — State Benchmarked 68% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.

93%

White Residents — State Benchmarked 93% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.

7%

African American Residents — State Benchmarked 7% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown.

0%

Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American.

14%

Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 14% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living.

34%

Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 34% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs.

39%

Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 39% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm.

13%

Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.

Residences at Vantage Point
AL
HC
IL
MC
NC
NH
Columbia (Town Center)
44
Facility 44
MD AVG 43
Rank #236 / 697
Yes
52
Facility 52
MD AVG 43
Rank #402 / 985
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
36
Facility 36
MD AVG 21
Rank #16 / 208
A+---------
Bryant Woods Manor
AL
Columbia (Wilde Lake)
5
Facility 5
MD AVG 43
Rank #436 / 697
No
55
Facility 55
MD AVG 43
Rank #369 / 985
Private Rooms-----------

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maryland

Brighton Gardens of Columbia is located in Columbia, Maryland.
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Community Options Waiver

Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
MD

High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Senior Care Program

Maryland Senior Care

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $11,000 individual
MD

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (~5 trips/month) Case management

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.
MD

Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (unlimited per medical need)

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Age 62+
General Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
MD

Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.

Benefits
Personal care Meals 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Age
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
MD

High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
Income Limits (2025) $48,560/year individual, 300% FPL
Asset Limits None specified.
MD

Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.

Benefits
Up to $40/month premium subsidy Reducing drug costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
MD

Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.

Benefits
Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); spend-down available.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MD

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week) Chores Nurse supervision

Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Gardens of Columbia

What neighborhood is Brighton Gardens of Columbia in?

Brighton Gardens of Columbia is in the Owen Brown neighborhood of Columbia.

Is Brighton Gardens of Columbia in a walkable area?

Brighton Gardens of Columbia has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Brighton Gardens of Columbia have?

Brighton Gardens of Columbia has 102 beds.

Are there photos of Brighton Gardens of Columbia?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Brighton Gardens of Columbia in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brighton Gardens of Columbia?

Brighton Gardens of Columbia is located at 7110 Minstrel Way, Columbia, MD 21045.

What is the phone number of Brighton Gardens of Columbia?

(410) 884-0773 will put you in contact with the team at Brighton Gardens of Columbia.

What county is Brighton Gardens of Columbia located in?

Brighton Gardens of Columbia is in Howard County.

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