Brighton Gardens of Stamford
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Stamford, CT
Brighton Gardens of Stamford
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Stamford, CT
Sunrise Senior Living Group operates Brighton Gardens of Stamford, a memory care and assisted living community at 59 Roxbury Road in Stamford, Connecticut, since 2009. The 17-year-old facility holds an active state license and operates as a private-pay community without CMS certification or Medicare and Medicaid eligibility.
Three-story suite-style housing accommodates residents in a car-dependent neighborhood (Walk Score 17) approximately 11 miles from downtown Stamford and 2.63 miles from the nearest hospital. Chef-prepared meals, a beauty salon, outdoor recreation spaces, and scheduled community excursions structure daily life. Pets reside with residents at the community.
Starting monthly rates begin at approximately $3,952. The community has earned recognition for Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care, and WELL Ratings designations.
The care model emphasizes assisted living and memory care delivered by 24-hour nursing staff, including licensed nurses and CNAs. On-site rehabilitation services, respite care, and short-term rehab programs serve residents with post-acute and ongoing care needs. Programming spans fitness classes, baking clubs, trivia evenings, and movie screenings. A family engagement app enables remote communication.
The state inspection record from 2016 forward reveals persistent clinical and supervisory concerns layered among periods of compliance. Seven inspections across ten years documented 22 deficiencies; 16% above the Connecticut assisted living average. The deficiency density per inspection visit, at 3.1 violations per survey, runs 107% above state norms, reflecting a pattern where each inspection uncovers multiple regulatory gaps.
Substantiated violations include failure to report abuse allegations (2016), inadequate documentation of medication administration and care modifications following resident falls (2018), and repeated nursing care failures. A complaint investigation in 2019 identified eight months of missed anticoagulant medication for a resident with atrial fibrillation, coupled with absent bloodwork monitoring and communication breakdowns among nursing staff. Documentation failures involving wound care, transdermal medication patch management, and completion of resident service plans appeared across multiple inspections. An unannounced 2020 investigation found failure to assess a resident after an unwitnessed fall; the resident died subsequently from fall-related complications.
Clean renewal inspections in 2022 and 2023 contrasted with December 2024 deficiencies involving slow emergency call response and supervision gaps.
The community serves residents seeking memory care or assisted living with operational longevity and on-site clinical services, though inspection patterns indicate recurring challenges in nursing coordination, medication safety, and timely incident response.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
80
17 years in operation Rank #45 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 132 homes we track in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #221 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 221st out of 262 homes we track in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Best Assisted Living
Best Memory Care
WELL Ratings
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License Number22
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsEmergency response systems in each suite
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Stays
Activities
Pet Friendly
Outings
Live Entertainment
Salon
Bistro
Scheduled Transportation
Wi-Fi
Chef-Prepared Meals
ActivitiesEngaging activities including baking clubs, trivia, movie nights, and fitness classes
Specific ProgramsDignity Home Care
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59
Starting Price$3,952+ per month
Inspection History
In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.
Since 2016 · 10 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
23 deficiencies
8 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Connecticut state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2016 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Connecticut average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (48% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (48% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 23 | 44 | This facility has 48% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (23 vs. CT avg 44).↓ 48% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.9 | 2.84 | This facility has 2% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (2.9 vs. CT avg 2.84).↑ 2% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 8 | 13 | This facility has had 38% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (8 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 38% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: 3-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Brighton Gardens of Stamford
2.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Stamford's city center to Brighton Gardens of Stamford's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.63 miles to nearest hospital (Stamford Hospital)
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Info below is compiled from the CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH), 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.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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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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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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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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Residence at Summer Street | AL IL MC RC | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | 200
Facility
200
CT AVG
113
Rank
#13 / 119 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
CT AVG
48
Rank
#25 / 262 | - | 8
Facility
8
CT AVG
15
Rank
#90 / 132 | - | - | 4 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
19
Rank
#15 / 102 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#16 / 102 |
| Rosewood on the Sound | AL ADC MC RC | Bayville | 50 | No | 61 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | 3 | 11 | 3.7 |
| Edgehill | AL IL MC NH SNF | Stamford (West Side) | 46
Facility
46
CT AVG
113
Rank
#100 / 119 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
CT AVG
48
Rank
#197 / 262 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
CT AVG
15
Rank
#8 / 132 |
86.1%
Facility
86.1%
CT AVG
84.2%
Rank
#64 / 104 | C- | - | - | - |
| Brighton Gardens of Stamford | AL MC | Stamford (Turn Of River-Newfield) | - | Yes |
17
Facility
17
CT AVG
48
Rank
#221 / 262 | Suite | 17
Facility
17
CT AVG
15
Rank
#45 / 132 | - | - | 8 | 23
Facility
23
CT AVG
19
Rank
#67 / 102 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#65 / 102 |
| Atria Stamford | AL IL MC RC | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | - | Yes |
76
Facility
76
CT AVG
48
Rank
#43 / 262 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
15
Rank
#66 / 132 | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
CT AVG
19
Rank
#1 / 102 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#1 / 102 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut
Brighton Gardens of Stamford is located in Stamford, Connecticut.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Gardens of Stamford
What neighborhood is Brighton Gardens of Stamford in?
Brighton Gardens of Stamford is in the Turn Of River-Newfield neighborhood of Stamford.
Is Brighton Gardens of Stamford in a walkable area?
Brighton Gardens of Stamford has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Brighton Gardens of Stamford?
According to CT state health department records, Brighton Gardens of Stamford's license number is 22.
When does Brighton Gardens of Stamford's license expire?
According to CT state health department records, Brighton Gardens of Stamford's license expires on September 30, 2027.
How long has Brighton Gardens of Stamford been in business?
Brighton Gardens of Stamford has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Brighton Gardens of Stamford?
Yes, Brighton Gardens of Stamford allows residents to bring their pets.
Has Brighton Gardens of Stamford had any deficiencies?
Brighton Gardens of Stamford has had 23 reported deficiencies since 2016 according to records from Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH).
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