The Kempton At Brightmore sits on 2298 South 41st Street in Wilmington, North Carolina, and serves older adults looking for a balance of support, independence, and community. The Kempton includes both assisted living and memory care, with individual care plans for each resident that cover routine support like help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and taking medication, while also letting residents keep their independence when possible, and if you're someone who enjoys a little help now and then with things like transferring from a bed to a wheelchair or getting into the bath, staff are on-site 24 hours a day to assist with those needs, and when some residents need monitoring for diabetes, staff can help check blood sugar but don't give insulin shots, and, for incontinence, residents must manage these needs themselves because the staff can't do that part, but otherwise, there's someone around to help most of the time.
The Kempton offers private studio and one-bedroom apartments, each with a kitchenette that includes a mini-refrigerator and space for a microwave, private bathrooms with hand-held showers and fold-down seats, and every unit has its own heating and air conditioning controls, so folks can adjust the temperature how they like it, plus there's an emergency call system in every room if help's ever needed fast; if someone needs furniture, beds, dressers, and nightstands are available upon request, and the apartments are designed so people using walkers or wheelchairs can move around easily.
Meals come three times a day and are cooked on-site, with menus that'll be adjusted for special diets if someone makes a request, with most meals served in a restaurant-style dining room, though there's a private dining room for family gatherings and parties, and if the weather's nice, there are nearby garden areas for sitting outside, and for residents who enjoy staying active, The Kempton has a swimming pool, a hot tub, and a therapy gym, plus scheduled exercise classes, pool therapy, and fitness programs, and people can walk the trail around the property when they want a bit of fresh air.
Entertainment and activities fill the calendar, with staff running regular events, scheduled outings, movie nights, book room visits, arts and crafts classes, music programs, animal therapy, and clubs, which keeps people busy and gives them a chance to meet their neighbors, and for those who want peace and quiet, the library and recreation rooms offer more laid-back spaces, while church services, support groups, and educational classes give extra opportunities for spiritual or social engagement; residents also have access to a barber and salon, both on-site and through a mobile hairdressing service, which can be handy for anyone not wanting to travel.
Transportation's available for errands, faith-based services, and medical appointments, along with scheduled rides to local spots when possible, and there's free resident parking for those who still drive themselves; The Kempton supports residents with medium care needs, with a nurse and certified staff on-site all day and night, and besides regular assisted living, there's memory care at The Commons for those who need it, plus hospice and respite care if someone needs more help for a while; personal safety is a focus, and every apartment has security and the Nxtgen Care technology to monitor health and engagement using wearable bracelets.
Community life stays lively, with games, music, and special events planned throughout the month, and pets are welcome-though some rules about number and size apply-and the facility offers laundry centers, housekeeping, and pharmacy services; electricity and cable are included, so residents won't need to worry about extra monthly bills. The design of the building, which is three stories tall, includes elegant furnishings and plenty of space to walk around, and there's a focus on calm, comfort, and making sure everyone has the chance to be social or have time alone if that's what they want most days. The Kempton at Brightmore is part of Brightmore of Wilmington and Liberty Senior Living, which means the campus has healthcare, senior living, and a whole group of services tailored for people over 55 looking for ongoing engagement and a safer, more supportive environment as they get older.
