Brighton Gardens of St. Charles
With several recognitions under its wing including U.S. News & World Report’s Best Assisted Living in 2024 and one of Fox Valley’s Best Assisted Living Communities, Brighton Gardens of St. Charles located in Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, offers a variety of living options. These include assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community features pet-friendly and spacious suites promising a comfortable and safe residence.
Live life to the fullest and let go of your worries with a compassionate and trained team tending to your needs and maintenance around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant environment, conducting a calendar filled with fun activities and engaging programs that are carefully curated to highlight residents’ strengths and interests. Brighton Gardens of St. Charles goes above and beyond in providing seniors with experience customized to their personal preferences even in meals to ensure they are served with healthy and delicious meals that they want. Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is a great place to spend your retirement with its beautifully landscaped grounds and welcoming community.
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About this community
Occupancy
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is legally operated by Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco Llc.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Illinois state average• Total inspections (75% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
• Deficiencies per year (29% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (5 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 2.5 | 3.5 | This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2.5 vs. IL avg 3.5).↓ 29% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.4 | 0.9 | This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 56% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 14 | 8 | This facility has 75% more total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (14 vs. IL avg 8).↑ 75% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- October 28, 2025 complaint investigation found one deficiency for not following a dementia care plan, with no immediate jeopardy or harm-level citations.
- December 26, 2024 inspection cited failure to follow fall interventions, causing a resident fall with laceration and head injury requiring hospitalization.
- August 10, 2025 annual survey found one deficiency for operating with an expired license, but multiple complaint investigations around that time had no deficiencies.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
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14.0 miles from city center
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— 0.8 miles to nearest hospital (Tyler Medical Services)
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Assisted Living in Illinois
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is located in St. Charles, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.
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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
| Brighton Gardens of St. Charles |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | St. Charles (Surrey Woods) | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
86
Rank
#118 / 426 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
IL AVG
51
Rank
#187 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
20
Rank
#75 / 145 | A+ | Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC | 14 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#200 / 308 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#139 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#292 / 308 | 1 Bed |
| Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sugar Grove | 71
Facility
71
IL AVG
86
Rank
#214 / 426 | No |
41
Facility
41
IL AVG
51
Rank
#412 / 648 | - | - | Mcc Of Sugar Grove, LLC | 6 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
7
Rank
#120 / 308 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#122 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#257 / 308 | 1 Bed |
| Alden Courts of Waterford |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
86
Rank
#255 / 426 | No |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
51
Rank
#253 / 648 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
20
Rank
#52 / 145 | A+ | - | 5 | 20
Facility
20
IL AVG
7
Rank
#278 / 308 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#292 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1 Bed |
| The Whitley of Aurora |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
86
Rank
#255 / 426 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
IL AVG
51
Rank
#487 / 648 | - | - | Dcr7S2Il Opco, LLC | 7 | 9
Facility
9
IL AVG
7
Rank
#245 / 308 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#221 / 308 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#261 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | 1 Bed |
| Alden Gardens of Waterford |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Aurora | - | No |
39
Facility
39
IL AVG
51
Rank
#430 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
20
Rank
#75 / 145 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed |
Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Gardens of St. Charles
What neighborhood is Brighton Gardens of St. Charles in?
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is in the Surrey Woods neighborhood of St. Charles.
Who is the owner of Brighton Gardens of St. Charles?
The legal owner and operator of Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco Llc.
Is Brighton Gardens of St. Charles in a walkable area?
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Brighton Gardens of St. Charles?
According to IL state health department records, Brighton Gardens of St. Charles's license number is 5107856.
When does Brighton Gardens of St. Charles's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Brighton Gardens of St. Charles's license expires on July 8, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Brighton Gardens of St. Charles?
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles's occupancy is 33%.
What is the best email address for Brighton Gardens of St. Charles?
The team at Brighton Gardens of St. Charles can be reached at [email protected].
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