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Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

3101 Duraleigh Rd

3.7(25 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Year opened
1985
Nearby hospital
Rex Healthcare medical support one block away
Nursing visits
Monthly wellness visits by licensed on-staff nurse

What Families Think

Reviews of Brighton Gardens of Raleigh are decidedly mixed: many families praise long-serving, compassionate caregivers and good rehab/therapy outcomes, while others report chronic understaffing, unresponsive management, and a few serious care lapses. Cost is a recurring point of frustration, with several reviewers saying charges rose sharply or felt out of proportion to the care delivered.

The Good

  • Individual caregivers repeatedly praised by name for compassion
  • Strong physical and occupational therapy outcomes noted
  • Clean, well-kept grounds and resident rooms
  • Good variety and quality of daily meals
  • Low staff turnover reported by one long-term family

The Bad

  • Several reviewers describe chronic understaffing and overworked aides
  • Multiple reports of difficulty reaching or getting responses from management
  • Several reviewers say costs rose steeply or felt disproportionate to care
  • One serious report of a medication dosing error

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

About Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

We’re welcoming brighter days as our residents have the chance to enjoy group activities, communal dining, social events, and indoor visitation, subject to community operating status.

Community & Location Highlights:

•    Offering assisted living, memory care, coordination of hospice care and short-term stays in Raleigh, NC
•    Located at the intersection of Duraleigh Road and Edwards Mill Road
•    Medical support at Rex Healthcare is available just one block away
•    Close to downtown Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall, Museum of Art, the fairgrounds, various restaurants and shopping destinations
•    A pet-friendly community

Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, NC, specializes in an active, dedicated approach to senior living. Our spacious grounds and an open floor plan encourage our residents to spend their days socializing with friends and engaging in activities they love. In fact, our residents are closely involved in the development of our events and activities calendar—and they even started a Seniors with a Purpose Club, in which they accomplish service projects for those living in the surrounding Raleigh, NC, community. Our residents also enjoy frequent outings to nearby shopping and dining at Crabtree Valley Mall and the Museum of Art. The Brighton Gardens team is equally devoted; over 30% of our members have worked with us for five years or longer.

With a four-star rating by the state and a Silver Spoon award for our Sunrise Signature Dining program, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh helps residents experience the joy of every day in a safe, top-quality environment.

Services & Amenities at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

Although services and amenities vary slightly by location and care level, they typically include:

•    Access to our family engagement app, allowing family members to see photos and videos of their loved one, as well as the community’s activities calendar, dining menu, announcements, and more
•    Sunrise CareConnect, an electronic health record system that promotes highly individualized care.
•    Trained staff available 24-hours a day
•    Daily physical fitness, creative, social, learning and spiritual activities, scheduled group trips and resident-sponsored clubs for a variety of interests
•    Up to three delicious, well-balanced meals served daily featuring a variety of menu choices with snacks available throughout the day
•    Monthly wellness visits by a licensed on-staff nurse
•    Weekly housekeeping and daily trash removal
•    Weekly personal laundry
•    Social and educational programs for families
•    Scheduled resident and family meetings
•    Gracious accommodations with a variety of floor plans
•    Maintenance of building and grounds

Senior Care and Services

At Sunrise, we believe consistent, standardized care promotes our residents’ quality of life. With a focus on individual well-being, we get to know you on a personal level. We are committed to providing you support, tailored to your individual needs and preferences.

Assisted Living

Assisted Living at Sunrise allows seniors to remain independent in a professionally managed and carefully designed community setting. Enjoy vibrant social activities, personalized elderly care and individually tailored 24-hour support services.

Independent Living

Our Independent Living communities combine the peace of mind of on-call assistance with a chore-free, service-rich environment. With a range of lifestyle choices and personalized services, seniors can continue to enjoy their privacy and freedom without the hassle and responsibility of owning and maintaining their home.

Memory Care

Memory care, for residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss, offers specially designed, safe and stimulating environments. This includes Reminiscence Neighborhoods where we create and recall meaningful activities using the stories and details of an individual’s life.

Respite Care

Respite care, or short term stays at Sunrise are available for seniors whose caregiver may become temporarily unavailable due to health, other commitments or an extended vacation. A respite care stay also supports seniors who need extra assistance after a hospital visit or during an illness.

Personal Care

Our personal care services are offered at Sunrise communities in Pennsylvania and Kentucky to provide residents with a tailored approach to resident wellness and around-the-clock assistance.

Skilled Nursing

Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation care is founded on the Sunrise Principles of Service to provide quality clinical elderly care while preserving our residents’ dignity and self-respect.

Home Care

Have care needs that are often provided in a given facility but you prefer something else? Sunrise can bring health and homemaker services to you, wherever you reside, for the compassion and care you need–on your terms.

Coordination of Hospice Care

We can help coordinate hospice care services with other professional caregivers and ensure personalized treatment and compassion for those requiring end-of-life care.

Types of Care

Assisted LivingAt-Home CareHome Health and HospiceIndependent LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Private Rooms
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Professional Chef

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Fitness Center
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Medical Staff
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Pet Friendly
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews

3.7overall · 25 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (25)

Jan Hman

Apr 2026

via Google

Marlene, Sydney , Tonya are great at their jobs! Always nice young ladies.

Ken Young

Mar 2026

via Google

Concerns Regarding Care and Communication at Brighton Gardens I am writing to share feedback regarding our family’s experience at Brighton Gardens. While there were positive aspects of our experience, particularly with certain staff members, we encountered several significant concerns related to cost, care delivery, and communication. First, we found the overall pricing to be substantially higher than comparable assisted living communities in the Raleigh area. The base assisted living rate began at approximately $7,000 per month and increased to nearly $10,000 within a year. In addition, charges for supplemental care services—such as two assisted showers per week—were considerable. Despite these added costs, the agreed-upon care plan was not always consistently followed. To ensure accountability and appropriate care delivery, we felt it necessary to install an in-room Ring camera and ultimately hire an outside aide to visit weekly to maintain appropriate personal hygiene standards. We also experienced ongoing challenges with communication and responsiveness. It was often difficult to identify the appropriate point of contact for obtaining the current medication administration list or for addressing questions regarding care. Emails and text messages sometimes went unanswered. In several interactions with members of the management team, I felt that my concerns were met with dismissiveness rather than collaborative problem-solving, which was disappointing. That said, I would like to acknowledge the compassionate care provided by some individual staff members. In particular, Freida in the dining facility consistently demonstrated kindness and attentiveness, often assisting my loved one to the elevator after meals. These positive personal connections were meaningful and appreciated. We hope this feedback will be taken seriously and used to improve care consistency, communication practices, and overall accountability. Families entrust assisted living communities with the wellbeing of those they love, and clear communication and reliable care delivery are essential to maintaining that trust.

Megan Myers

Oct 2025

via Google

I have multiple family members in your care and would/cannot recommend your facility. You are unable to follow written and legal protocols, unable to performs assisted living requirement and change what you are willing to do based on the level of laziness or lack of training on the current staff. Your requirement to provide basics are neglected in your care. Hire better, train better, and overall do better for the care of these people entrusted to you. Do better Brighton gardens.

Fred Adams

Jul 2025

via Google

I recently had to place my wife at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, where she spent the last six months of her life receiving end-of-life care. During that time, she was treated with kindness by a skilled and compassionate staff who clearly cared about her well-being. From the moment I walked in, the receptionist and everyone who greeted me made me and my family feel welcome. They consistently showed a genuine interest in how we were doing, which meant a great deal to us. No place is perfect all the time. There were moments when her attendants were clearly overwhelmed with too many calls, but they always came through—taking care of her needs, changing her diapers, clothes, and sheets, and even handling her laundry. Somehow, she was always dressed and put together every morning—it was a mystery to me who did it, but it was always done with care and dignity. I looked hard to find things that were wrong, but in the end, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh provided a level of care far better than I could have managed on my own, or even with a team hired to care for her at home. There was very little staff turnover during her stay, and when staffing was tight, they were able to pull support from other facilities—something I truly appreciated. It’s important to visit your loved one and to have others visit when you can’t, but I always felt confident that my wife was in good hands. She was happy there and often complimented the people who cared for her. I am deeply grateful to Brighton Gardens for giving her the care and comfort she deserved.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Brighton Gardens of Raleigh offer?

Brighton Gardens of Raleigh offers Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Is Brighton Gardens of Raleigh pet friendly?

Yes — Brighton Gardens of Raleigh lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Brighton Gardens of Raleigh located?

Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is located at 3101 Duraleigh Rd in Raleigh, North Carolina.

What do families say about Brighton Gardens of Raleigh?

Reviews of Brighton Gardens of Raleigh are decidedly mixed: many families praise long-serving, compassionate caregivers and good rehab/therapy outcomes, while others report chronic understaffing, unresponsive management, and a few serious care lapses. Cost is a recurring point of frustration, with several reviewers saying charges rose sharply or felt out of proportion to the care delivered.

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