Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is a senior living community conveniently located near downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, helping residents connect with what inspires them, from fitness classes to giving back with local service projects. The community offers room rates starting at $3,466 per month and provides spacious grounds and open floor plans that inspire residents to spend their days socializing with friends and enjoying a variety of activities. Brighton Gardens of Raleigh offers frequent outings to nearby shopping and dining at Crabtree Valley Mall and the Museum of Art, ensuring residents make the most of each day.
The devoted and tenured team at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh delivers personalized care tailored to each resident’s unique needs and preferences. The pet-friendly community encourages an active lifestyle, with offerings such as soulful stretching, corn hole, and tabletop games. The chefs regularly consult with residents to incorporate their preferred menu items, while the Seniors with a Purpose Club carries out service projects for those living in the local community. Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is an award-winning community, with a four-star rating from the state and a Silver Spoon award for its dining program. The community is located in Raleigh, NC, near major highways, situated at the intersection of Duraleigh Road and Edwards Mill Road, close to downtown Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall, Museum of Art, the fairgrounds, restaurants, shopping, and one block from medical support at Rex Healthcare.
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Inspection History
In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.
Penalties
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This Facility
NC Average
vs. NC Avg-
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$8.5k——
- 2022-05-13 $1,500 Paid in Full
- 2023-10-30 $7,000 Paid in Full
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2015 vs. North Carolina state average• Inspection deficiency rate (9% above) 3 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (13% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (12% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (53% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 40 | 46 | This facility has 13% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (40 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 13% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4.4 | 5.01 | This facility has 12% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (4.4 vs. NC avg 5.01).↓ 12% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
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Total inspections
| 9 | 21 | This facility has had 57% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (9 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 9 | 19 | This facility has 53% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (9 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 53% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 100% | 92% | This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (100% vs. NC avg 92%).↑ 8% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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4.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Raleigh's city center to Brighton Gardens of Raleigh's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.41 miles to nearest hospital (UNC REX Hospital)
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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), 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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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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NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
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DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
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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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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Brighton Gardens of Raleigh | AL HOS MC | Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh) | 115
Facility
115
NC AVG
72
Rank
#53 / 387 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
NC AVG
36
Rank
#36 / 536 | - | - | 95.50/200
Facility
95.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#211 / 321 | 9 | 100%
Facility
100%
NC AVG
91.8%
Rank
#138 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Morningside of Raleigh | AL MC | Raleigh (University Park) | 110
Facility
110
NC AVG
72
Rank
#60 / 387 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
NC AVG
36
Rank
#200 / 536 |
33.6%
Facility
33.6%
NC AVG
70.6%
Rank
#205 / 232 | A+ | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 14 | 100%
Facility
100%
NC AVG
91.8%
Rank
#138 / 333 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Brookdale Wake Forest | AL MC | Wake Forest | 70
Facility
70
NC AVG
72
Rank
#183 / 387 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
NC AVG
36
Rank
#125 / 536 |
52.9%
Facility
52.9%
NC AVG
70.6%
Rank
#178 / 232 | A+ | 94.50/200
Facility
94.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#224 / 321 | 9 | 100%
Facility
100%
NC AVG
91.8%
Rank
#138 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Our Promise Care Homes at Falls Church | AL RESC | Raleigh | 6
Facility
6
NC AVG
72
Rank
#335 / 387 | No |
70
Facility
70
NC AVG
36
Rank
#31 / 536 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NC AVG
70.6%
Rank
#1 / 232 | - | 105.50/200
Facility
105.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#5 / 321 | 2 | 100%
Facility
100%
NC AVG
91.8%
Rank
#138 / 333 | Private Rooms | |
| Avendelle at Wyckford | AL | Raleigh (Wyckford) | 6
Facility
6
NC AVG
72
Rank
#335 / 387 | No |
34
Facility
34
NC AVG
36
Rank
#272 / 536 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NC AVG
70.6%
Rank
#1 / 232 | A+ | 100.50/200
Facility
100.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#130 / 321 | 7 | 100%
Facility
100%
NC AVG
91.8%
Rank
#138 / 333 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Gardens of Raleigh
What neighborhood is Brighton Gardens of Raleigh in?
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is in the Northwest Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh.
Is Brighton Gardens of Raleigh in a walkable area?
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Brighton Gardens of Raleigh?
According to NC state health department records, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh's license number is HAL-092-024.
Are pets allowed at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh?
Yes, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Brighton Gardens of Raleigh have?
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh has 115 beds.
Has Brighton Gardens of Raleigh had any deficiencies?
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh has had 40 reported deficiencies according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).
Are there photos of Brighton Gardens of Raleigh?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Brighton Gardens of Raleigh in the photo gallery on this page.
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