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The Kempton At Brightmore
Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living & Memory Care · Wilmington, NC
Exterior view of The Kempton At Brightmore building Outdoor activity area with seating and pathways Beautiful outdoor fountain surrounded by gardens and trees Elegant staircase adorned with holiday decorations

The Kempton At Brightmore

Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living & Memory Care · Wilmington, NC
2298 S 41St St, Wilmington, NC 28403 View map
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Overview of The Kempton at Brightmore

Administered by Melissa Crouch, The Kempton at Brightmore is a senior living community in the Brightmore Liberty neighborhood of Wilmington, North Carolina. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is about 1 mile from the city center. The multiple levels of care in one location allow residents to transition between services as their needs change without relocating. The three-story community offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 360 to 525 square feet.

Residents can personalize their apartments with their own furniture and décor. For those who prefer not to bring furniture, the community provides a bed, dresser, and nightstand at no additional cost. Each residence includes individual heating and air conditioning controls and a kitchenette with a mini refrigerator. There’s also a space for a personal microwave, a private bathroom with a handheld shower and fold-down seat, and an in-room emergency call system for quick assistance.

Residents receive 24-hour supervision, medication administration and management, and assistance with light activities of daily living. The community also follows infection prevention and control practices, including contact tracing and isolation procedures when needed.

Three chef-prepared meals are served each day in the private dining room and country kitchen. Amenities on-site include a beauty salon and barber shop. Residents can also access housekeeping, laundry services, transportation, and fitness and recreation programs. The community welcomes pets. Activities here focus on social, spiritual, intellectual, and physical wellness through events such as musical performances, gourmet chef demonstrations, and card games.

The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 22. Most errands require a vehicle, and nearby walkable options are limited. Families should plan to drive for shopping, dining, and appointments.

Facility Direct Line (910) 332-6899
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #239 / 373Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 239th out of 373 assisted living communities we track in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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.
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About this community

Leadership

ContactMelissa Crouch, Administrator (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 361 / 394 / 404 / 483 / 513 / 525 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Kempton At Brightmore

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wilmington's city center to The Kempton At Brightmore's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Champions Assisted Living at the Davis Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Wilmington
115
Facility 115
NC AVG 70
Rank #41 / 328
Yes
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 34
Rank #333 / 373
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
NC AVG 68.5%
Rank #39 / 186
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Morningside of Wilmington
AL
MC
Wilmington (Manorhouse Retirement Center)101Yes
48
Facility 48
NC AVG 34
Rank #106 / 373
-A+71.00/2002976%Studio / 1 Bed
Liberty Commons
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wilmington (Liberty Commons Center)
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 70
Rank #118 / 328
Yes
52
Facility 52
NC AVG 34
Rank #83 / 373
95.4%
Facility 95.4%
NC AVG 68.5%
Rank #34 / 186
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Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Wilmington (Windemere)
30
Facility 30
NC AVG 70
Rank #270 / 328
No
18
Facility 18
NC AVG 34
Rank #265 / 373
99.3%
Facility 99.3%
NC AVG 68.5%
Rank #31 / 186
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The Kempton At Brightmore
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Wilmington (Brightmore Liberty)-Yes
22
Facility 22
NC AVG 34
Rank #239 / 373
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

The Kempton At Brightmore is located in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.

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Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults

NC Medicaid CAP/DA

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Carolina 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).
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High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

North Carolina Senior Care Options

NC SCO (via NFCSP)

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

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

North Carolina PACE (e.g., PACE of the Triad)

Age 55+
General NC resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NC

Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

In-Home Aide Services

North Carolina In-Home Aide Services

Age 60+
General NC resident, unable to perform 1+ ADL, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NC

Family can be aides; varies by county funding.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Meal prep Respite (~5 days/year) Errands

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NC 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).
NC

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

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

North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NC 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
NC

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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

Urgent Repair Program (URP)

North Carolina Urgent Repair Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NC resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$30,258/year 50% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; home value considered.
NC

Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.

Benefits
Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility)

State/County Special Assistance (SA)

North Carolina Special Assistance

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General NC resident, in licensed adult care home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, 100% FPL); varies by facility rate.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
NC

Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services

Frequently Asked Questions about The Kempton At Brightmore

What neighborhood is The Kempton At Brightmore in?

The Kempton At Brightmore is in the Brightmore Liberty neighborhood of Wilmington.

Is The Kempton At Brightmore in a walkable area?

The Kempton At Brightmore has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at The Kempton At Brightmore?

Yes, The Kempton At Brightmore allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Kempton At Brightmore?

Yes — there are 8 photos of The Kempton At Brightmore in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Kempton At Brightmore provide?

The Kempton At Brightmore offers Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living & Memory Care.

What is the address of The Kempton At Brightmore?

The Kempton At Brightmore is located at 2298 S 41St St, Wilmington, NC 28403.

What is the phone number of The Kempton At Brightmore?

(910) 332-6899 will put you in contact with the team at The Kempton At Brightmore.

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