Brightwater Senior Living of Highland sits in Highland, California, with nice views of the San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains, and the campus feels open with lovely landscaping and quiet walking paths, which folks appreciate when they want some peace or a safe stroll. You'll find private and shared suites, as well as studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, big bathrooms with walk-in showers, full-size fridges, microwaves, patios for many first-floor rooms, and cable TV, plus utilities except the phone bill, which keeps things easy for residents who like a bit of independence but don't want to bother with repairs or extra bills. The staff includes licensed nurses, medication assistants, and resident assistants who are there every day, all day and night, to help with personal care and health needs like medication management, diabetic support, mobility help, oxygen and incontinence care, help with daily activities, and extra support for folks dealing with dementia, Alzheimer's, or other memory needs, so families don't have to worry about the safety side of things.
The dining program uses chefs who prepare meals daily, including diabetic-friendly menus and food for folks with different dietary restrictions, and healthy snacks are on hand at any hour-which can really help those who get hungry after dinner or need a little something to manage their blood sugar. Brightwater's calendar stays full with activities like trips to museums, theater outings, computer and internet classes, book clubs, music groups, movie nights, guest speakers, art and crafts classes in painting studios and crafting rooms, discussion groups, and even volunteer opportunities with the Ambassador's Volunteer Program, and they don't forget big events either, like holiday celebrations on site or local festivals, so people can keep engaged if they want. For fitness and relaxation, you can use the fitness center, go for a spa day at Spa W, visit the chapel, or spend time in the library, and there's even a little café and the Orange Blossom Theater for movies or shows, so there's always somewhere comfortable to go without leaving the community.
Maintenance is covered, so residents don't need to fix anything themselves, and there's scheduled transportation for shopping, errands, or outings, and the calendar has card games on the patio for those who prefer something quieter. Brightwater allows pets, which means people who want to bring a pet can do that, and the grounds have gardens and patios to enjoy time outside with animals or friends. Care options cover assisted living, memory care, independent living, hospice waiver, and respite stays, and with no big buy-in or long-term lease, folks can stay flexible as their needs change. Security includes a pendant call system and daily risk monitoring for safety, and the décor inside looks elegant without being overwhelming. The community gets regular visits from licensing authorities-most recently from the DSS on October 4, 2023-with complaints and citations posted as required, so families can check up on those things. Best of all, the focus at Brightwater stays on comfort, wellness, and independence, so seniors can live well while having the help they need right nearby, and with a rating of 4.3 from 16 reviews, most people seem to feel satisfied living here, though like any place, it's best to come see for yourself to know if it feels right.
