Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Wheaton, IL

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Wheaton, IL

Overview of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

Surrounded by lush trees and vast green spaces, Brighton Gardens of Wheaton is a vibrant senior living community set in Wheaton, IL. The community features an array of living options including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination to ensure residents are able to successfully age in place. Residents can choose their ideal living space from an array of carefully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments with housekeeping and maintenance services for a worry-free lifestyle.

The community’s prime location offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment spots, providing residents with opportunities to live a vibrant life, combined with the community’s diverse activities. Delectable meals that are both flavorful and healthy are also available to keep residents energized and nourished. Here, residents are encouraged to enjoy their retirement years however they want without hassles and worries.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 116 Rank #18 / 282Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 18th out of 282 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #23 / 144Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 23rd out of 144 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
27 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #117 / 366Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 117th out of 366 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
59 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,040+/Month

Awards

Best Memory Care
WELL Ratings

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceJuly 8, 2025
CountyDupage
License Number5107864

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton is legally operated by Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
95 units
Alzheimer's Units
21 units
Total beds
116 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems in each suite

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Short-Term Stays
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Bistro
Pet Friendly
Music Program
Fitness Center
Arts & Crafts
Activities
Salon
Dining
Emergency Call System
Chef-Prepared Meals
Fitness And Recreation
Activities
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room TypesStudio, One Bedroom

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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.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
12 deficiencies 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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
Overall vs. IL average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (41% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 129.0 This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (12 vs. IL avg 9).↑ 33% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.41.7 This facility has 41% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2.4 vs. IL avg 1.7).↑ 41% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 55.0 This facility has total inspections in line with the Illinois average (5 vs. IL avg 5).— At avg

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
1 / 4
Studio
1
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wheaton's city center to Brighton Gardens of Wheaton's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.76 miles to nearest hospital (Endeavor Health Edward Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Wheaton

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
AL
MC
Wheaton
116
Facility 116
IL AVG 67
Rank #18 / 282
Yes
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 48
Rank #117 / 366
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 13
Rank #23 / 144
A+Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC5
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 7
Rank #205 / 239
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #174 / 239
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #175 / 269
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 2
Rank #247 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed
Alto Wheaton
AL
MC
Wheaton
88
Facility 88
IL AVG 67
Rank #65 / 282
Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 48
Rank #151 / 366
--Allegro Management Company3
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #167 / 239
2.3
Facility 2.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #169 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #220 / 269
Private / Companion Suites
Wyndemere
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Wheaton-Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 48
Rank #221 / 366
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 13
Rank #15 / 144
-------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Wynscape
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Wheaton-No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 48
Rank #236 / 366
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton is located in Wheaton, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

Who is the owner of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton?

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton is legally operated by Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC.

Is Brighton Gardens of Wheaton in a walkable area?

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton has a walk score of 59. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton?

According to IL state health department records, Brighton Gardens of Wheaton's license number is 5107864.

How long has Brighton Gardens of Wheaton been in business?

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brighton Gardens of Wheaton?

Yes, Brighton Gardens of Wheaton allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Brighton Gardens of Wheaton have?

Brighton Gardens of Wheaton has 116 beds.

How much does Brighton Gardens of Wheaton cost per month?

Pricing at Brighton Gardens of Wheaton starts at $3,040 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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