Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
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.
Community insights.
About this community
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is legally operated by Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC.
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, deficiency, 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 deficiencies (44% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (59% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 5 | 9 | This facility has 44% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (5 vs. IL avg 9).↓ 44% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.7 | 1.71 | This facility has 59% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.7 vs. IL avg 1.71).↓ 59% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 7 | 5 | This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Illinois average (7 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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1.4 miles from city center
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Compare Assisted Living around Aurora
Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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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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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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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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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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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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 St. Charles | AL MC RC | St. Charles (Surrey Woods) | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
85
Rank
#114 / 418 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
IL AVG
52
Rank
#188 / 634 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
16
Rank
#77 / 189 | A+ | Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC | 7 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 276 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#96 / 276 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
3
Rank
#202 / 315 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#292 / 315 | 1 Bed |
| Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | Sugar Grove | 71
Facility
71
IL AVG
85
Rank
#209 / 418 | No |
41
Facility
41
IL AVG
52
Rank
#412 / 634 | - | - | Mcc Of Sugar Grove, LLC | 2 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
7
Rank
#88 / 276 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#117 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Private Rooms |
| Alden Courts of Waterford | AL MC NH RC SNF | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
85
Rank
#248 / 418 | No |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
52
Rank
#254 / 634 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
16
Rank
#53 / 189 | A+ | - | 5 | 20
Facility
20
IL AVG
7
Rank
#244 / 276 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#246 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| The Whitley of Aurora | AL MC RC | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
85
Rank
#248 / 418 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
IL AVG
52
Rank
#487 / 634 | - | - | Dcr7S2Il Opco, LLC | 4 | 9
Facility
9
IL AVG
7
Rank
#213 / 276 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#191 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | 1 Bed |
| Bardwell Residences | AL IL MC RC | Aurora | 37
Facility
37
IL AVG
85
Rank
#358 / 418 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
IL AVG
52
Rank
#273 / 634 | - | - | Fox Valley Developers, LLC | 4 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
7
Rank
#120 / 276 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#109 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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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?
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles is legally operated by 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.
What is the occupancy rate at Brighton Gardens of St. Charles?
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles's occupancy is 33%.
How long has Brighton Gardens of St. Charles been in business?
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Brighton Gardens of St. Charles?
Yes, Brighton Gardens of St. Charles allows residents to bring their pets.
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