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Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

Updated 2026-09-02 · 4,710 reviewed · 135 listed · Scored from 51 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(51) 64 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Brighton Gardens of Charlotte
Location
Closeburn - Glenkirk, Charlotte
Services
Independent Living, Respite & Short-Term Care, Memory Care
Reviews
51
Ranking
#41 in Independent Living
Best for
Families seeking memory care in South Park with staff committed to resident engagement and family communication

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-02). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-02.

What recent reviews say

Many families report kind, hands-on care from front-line staff who go the extra mile to support residents and communicate regularly with family members. The South Park location offers a welcoming environment with good dining and activities. However, multiple recent reviews describe serious operational gaps: understaffing that leaves residents unbathed for days, medication mix-ups, residents left in wheelchairs for hours, and management indifference to concerns. Quality of care appears to hinge heavily on individual staff members rather than consistent systems.

Praised for
  • attentive, compassionate staff
  • clean facility and pleasant decor
  • responsive to family communication
  • good quality food
  • engaging activities and amenities
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Best for: Families seeking memory care in South Park with staff committed to resident engagement and family communication

Where this business shines

  • Staff known for genuine compassion and going above and beyond
  • Memory care recognized by U.S. News & World Report (2026)
  • South Park location with pleasant grounds and hotel-like common areas
  • Flexible, responsive admission process

How it compares

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.33 average across the 117 independent living businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Scoring Method
Star rating 36
Review volume 75
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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8
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9

Common questions

What does memory care cost?
Memory Care Studio rooms start at $7,266+ per month according to the facility's website.
What services does Brighton Gardens offer?
Their website lists assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, 24-hour personalized care, dining, activities, beauty salon, scheduled transportation, and fitness classes.
What areas of Charlotte does Brighton Gardens serve?
The facility is located in South Park, near Fairview Road and Park South Drive, and close to Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Main.

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Last updated 2026-09-02