Brighton Gardens of Charlotte
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Charlotte, NC

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Charlotte, NC

Overview of Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte is an engaging senior living community located in the heart of South Park, Charlotte, North Carolina, helping residents enjoy each day with personalized services, social events, and fresh cuisine tailored to their tastes. The community offers room rates starting at $2,766 per month and takes a resident-centered approach, offering a broad range of care options and engaging activities. Residents influence the daily calendar of events and many of the culinary selections, while designated care managers work with each individual to craft personalized plans addressing their unique needs and preferences, fostering meaningful days with friends. The professional team of caregivers also assists family members navigating life’s milestones with residents.

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte provides a warm and engaging home environment, with residents enjoying full days filled with morning walks, daily afternoon socials, and evening movies. The pet-friendly community welcomes residents to bring their long-time companions, and offers various suite options, including studios, one-bedroom (two sizes), and two-bedroom units, ensuring privacy. Highly trained chefs regularly check in with residents, incorporating their favorites and suggestions into the menu. Conveniently located on the corner of Fairview Road and Park South Drive, the community is situated in the heart of South Park, near the Tyvola Senior Center, South Park Mall, and Park Road Park, with an abundance of nearby stores and restaurants for residents to enjoy. Brighton Gardens of Charlotte is also close to several medical centers, including Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Main, CMC Pineville, Presbyterian Main, and CMC Mercy.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
42
Bed community size
125-bed community Rank #28 / 387Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 387 homes we track in North Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Carolina 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 cover every community we track in North Carolina 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 66 / 100 Rank #39 / 536Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th out of 536 homes 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 cover every community we track in North Carolina 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
34%
Rank #205 / 232Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 232 homes we track in North Carolina for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 232. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Carolina 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.
Lower than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
42 / 125
Average occupied beds in North Carolina homes 85 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyMecklenburg
License NumberHAL-060-019
AccreditationsWELL Health-Safety Rating

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency response systems in each suite

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactPaul Akosah, Executive Director (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Short-Term Stays
Hospice Coordination

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Salon
Pet Friendly
Scheduled Transportation
Music Program
Fitness Center
Arts & Crafts
Outings
Live Entertainment
Chef-Prepared Meals
Activities
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,040+ per month

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Inspection History

In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.

Since 2015 · 11 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 52 deficiencies 9 inspections 2 penalties $14.0K fined 19 inspections with deficiencies
  • 2024-06-27 $7,000 Paid in Full
  • 2024-06-27 $7,000 Paid in Full

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2015 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 3 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (13% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (164% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (11% above)
1 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Inspections with deficiencies (53% below)

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

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 5246 This facility has 13% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (52 vs. NC avg 46).↑ 13% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.82.2 This facility has 164% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (5.8 vs. NC avg 2.2).↑ 164% worse

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

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 921 This facility has had 57% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (9 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 919 This facility has 53% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (9 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 53% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 100%90% This facility has 10 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (100% vs. NC avg 90%).↑ 10% worse

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Division Of Health Service Rating
2/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
83.75 / 200

Quality score (0-200). Higher scores indicate better performance in inspections and compliance.

North Carolina average: 98 See full North Carolina ranking

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

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

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Address 5.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Charlotte's city center to Brighton Gardens of Charlotte's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Charlotte

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 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. 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.
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.
Brighton Gardens of Charlotte
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Charlotte (Closeburn - Glenkirk)
125
Facility 125
NC AVG 72
Rank #28 / 387
Yes
66
Facility 66
NC AVG 36
Rank #39 / 536
33.6%
Facility 33.6%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #205 / 232
-
83.75/200
Facility 83.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #287 / 321
9
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Terrabella Lake Norman
AL
IL
MC
Mooresville
120
Facility 120
NC AVG 72
Rank #35 / 387
Yes
46
Facility 46
NC AVG 36
Rank #186 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
C+
96.00/200
Facility 96.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #205 / 321
13
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #97 / 333
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale South Charlotte
AL
MC
Charlotte (Wessex Square)
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 72
Rank #142 / 387
Yes
16
Facility 16
NC AVG 36
Rank #407 / 536
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #124 / 232
A+
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 321
7
86%
Facility 86%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #53 / 333
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Terrabella Little Avenue
AL
MC
Charlotte (Carmel)
62
Facility 62
NC AVG 72
Rank #222 / 387
Yes
72
Facility 72
NC AVG 36
Rank #24 / 536
98.4%
Facility 98.4%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #33 / 232
-
88.50/200
Facility 88.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #270 / 321
13
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #138 / 333
Suite
Merrywood on Park
AL
IL
NH
Charlotte (Ashbrook - Clawson Village)
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 72
Rank #331 / 387
Yes
57
Facility 57
NC AVG 36
Rank #101 / 536
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #99 / 232
A+
97.00/200
Facility 97.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #189 / 321
10
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte is located in Charlotte, 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).
NC

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 Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

What neighborhood is Brighton Gardens of Charlotte in?

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte is in the Closeburn - Glenkirk neighborhood of Charlotte.

Is Brighton Gardens of Charlotte in a walkable area?

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte 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 Charlotte?

According to NC state health department records, Brighton Gardens of Charlotte's license number is HAL-060-019.

What is the occupancy rate at Brighton Gardens of Charlotte?

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte's occupancy is 34%.

Are pets allowed at Brighton Gardens of Charlotte?

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

How many beds does Brighton Gardens of Charlotte have?

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte has 125 beds.

Has Brighton Gardens of Charlotte had any deficiencies?

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte has had 52 reported deficiencies since 2015 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

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