Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Atlanta, GA
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Atlanta, GA
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody is a well-known assisted living and memory care community in Dunwoody, GA, that provides personalized care. Dedicated to promoting an engaging and supportive environment, the community strives to provide older adults with a place to spend their later years comfortably. Residents also receive high-quality services, including 24-hour care, chef-prepared dining, and emergency response systems to enhance their living experiences. The community’s holistic approach to care aims to help improve residents’ well-being.
Baking classes, social gatherings, and meditation are among the recreational programs prepared to ensure residents maintain an active lifestyle. This pet-friendly community has cozy communal spaces, a naturally lit sun porch, and a patio, ensuring residents can rest without worries. The Northside Hospital, Art Institute of Atlanta, and the Georgia Aquarium, as well as Interstates 285 and 19, are also easily accessible. This assisted living and memory care community is one of the trusted choices for senior living in Georgia, especially with its exceptional standards.
127-bed community Rank #102 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 102nd out of 661 homes we track in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
7 years in operation Rank #398 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 398th out of 671 homes we track in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #275 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th out of 838 homes we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceJanuary 4, 2019
CountyDekalb
AccreditationsWELL Equity Rating, WELL Health-Safety Rating
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody is administered by Keith Hunter.
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems in each suite.
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Stays
Admission CriteriaResidents must receive a full assessment to determine their care needs before move-in.
Pet Friendly
Activities
Salon
Scheduled Transportation
Bistro
Dining
Chef-Prepared Meals
ActivitiesA variety of activities including fitness classes, art and music, book and walking clubs, movie and game nights, social hours, live entertainment, and local outings
Specific ProgramsMusic, fitness, art, and continued learning programs, Excursions to local attractions and entertainment, Frequent social events
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59
Starting Price$2,766+ per month
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Since 2019 · 7 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
20 deficiencies
15 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (20% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (20% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 20 | 25 | This facility has 20% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (20 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 20% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.3 | 1.27 | This facility has 2% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.3 vs. GA avg 1.27).↑ 2% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 15 | 16 | This facility has had 6% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (15 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 6% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
1 / 4
Studio
1
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
1 / 4
2 Bed
1
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody Home Overview
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Places of interest near Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
1240 Ashford Center Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30338 — 2.36 miles to nearest hospital (Northside Hospital Atlanta)
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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Heartis Buckhead Senior Living | AL IL MC | Ne Atlanta (Buckhead) | 132
Facility
132
GA AVG
87
Rank
#92 / 661 | No |
84
Facility
84
GA AVG
41
Rank
#11 / 838 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#532 / 671 | C+ | Lisa Robinson-Kerr | 5 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody | AL MC | Atlanta | 127
Facility
127
GA AVG
87
Rank
#102 / 661 | Yes |
53
Facility
53
GA AVG
41
Rank
#275 / 838 | Suite | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#398 / 671 | - | Keith Hunter | 15 | 20
Facility
20
GA AVG
21
Rank
#378 / 480 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#345 / 480 |
| The Retreat at Sandy Springs | AL MC RC | Sandy Springs (Hightower Office Park) | 123
Facility
123
GA AVG
87
Rank
#112 / 661 | No |
54
Facility
54
GA AVG
41
Rank
#268 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
GA AVG
14
Rank
#622 / 671 | - | Tammie Barker | 3 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Buckhead | AL MC | Atlanta | 100
Facility
100
GA AVG
87
Rank
#190 / 661 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
GA AVG
41
Rank
#346 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
14
Rank
#165 / 671 | A | Clint Strickland | 12 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#92 / 480 |
| The Piedmont at Buckhead | AL IL MC | Atlanta (Buckhead) | 60
Facility
60
GA AVG
87
Rank
#446 / 661 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
GA AVG
41
Rank
#51 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
GA AVG
14
Rank
#216 / 671 | - | Jeffrey Whitten | 13 | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
21
Rank
#155 / 480 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#110 / 480 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
Is Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody in a walkable area?
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody been in business?
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody?
Yes, Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody?
Keith Hunter is the administrator of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody.
How many beds does Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody have?
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody has 127 beds.
Has Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody had any deficiencies?
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody has had 20 reported deficiencies since 2019 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Are there photos of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody in the photo gallery on this page.
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