Bright Horizon Senior Care, which has now closed, was a small family care home located at 1405 Falls Church Rd in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the facility was set up in a house-like setting for up to six seniors at a time, making it a close, personal place where older adults could get the type of care they needed, especially folks living with dementia or Alzheimer's. The place kept a one caregiver for every three residents ratio, which meant residents got quite a bit of attention, and the staff, including certified nurse assistants and medical aides, were on all day and all night. Residents could choose a private or shared room, and the home had air conditioning, a kitchen, laundry, a living room, a tea corner, cable TV, computer and internet access, and an outdoor patio for sitting around.
The house felt safe and comfortable and had doors and systems to prevent wandering, which was important for people with memory problems. Their approach focused on personal choice and dignity, so staff helped with bathing, dressing, meals, and even managing medications, and care plans matched each person's needs, sometimes with help from visiting doctors and therapists, and the staff respected residents' routines, what they could do, and what made them happy. There was always a nurse on call, and besides health care, residents joined in exercise classes, spiritual activities, social gatherings, and special events, all planned by an activity director who made sure everyone had something to do. The home served meals, including special diets with vegetarian or kosher options, and provided daily cleaning and laundry, and visiting family members could join for meals in the dining area. They even allowed pets.
Bright Horizon had a positive reputation, earning good reviews for its real and compassionate caregivers and the support staff gave for both physical and emotional needs, especially as some residents faced health declines or advanced dementia. The rates ranged from $5,500 to $6,000 as a flat fee, and the founder, Viktoriya Semenova, held a Medical Doctor degree with a Master of Public Health, which meant the care often included extra attention to residents' medical and safety needs. While the place is now closed, it was known for honest, individualized care and tried to create a peaceful, home-like environment for older adults needing assisted or memory care.
