FAQs
What distinguishes Brightwater from other retirement communities in the area?
With an ideal location in Carolina Forest, but just a jump from shopping and fun in the heart of Myrtle Beach, we are a welcome and attractive site for seniors looking to enjoy their independence. Our tranquil, wooded setting complements the advantages of our locale because it offers the best of both worlds – peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to find great entertainment when you want it.
Brightwater’s commitment to wellness and combining it with everyday life is another reason we stand out. We’ve committed the resources, research and staff to lead our area and our industry in total wellness. With our research partner, Wake Forest University and the J. Paul Sticht Center, we are finding better ways for people to live healthy and higher quality lives.
What is a Continuing Care Retirement Community?
A continuing care retirement community (or CCRC as it is commonly called) is a community designed to give people a supportive network while they transition through their senior years. CCRCs contain all levels of retirement and long term care: independent living, assisted living, typically Alzheimer’s care and skilled nursing. The difference at Brightwater is…we want people to live independently for the rest of their lives and never have to experience healthcare. To do so, we incorporate an exciting wellness program, provide exceptional food (with healthy options), offer supportive services in our Members’ homes and actively encourage our Members to take advantage of all our amenities which allow them to live life to the fullest. Like most CCRCs, we offer healthcare services as well – assisted living, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Our community is staffed with caregivers and team members who live by the golden rule: “Treat others as you wish to be treated.” Independent cottages – independent villas – assisted living – skilled nursing – rehabilitation can all be found in our continuing care retirement community.
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Who owns Brightwater?
Brightwater is owned and managed by Senior Living Communities, an industry leader for more than 22 years. Headquartered in Charlotte, the company serves 11 retirement communities throughout the Southeast.
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What types of residences are offered at Brightwater?
Three different villa floor plans plus six cottage plans in Independent Living. You can choose from charming two- and three-bedroom cottage homes or spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom villa homes. One bedroom apartments and suites are available in assisted living, as well as suites in skilled nursing / rehabilitation.
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What on-site activities are available?
Brightwater was designed to enhance the social life and overall lives of its Members. That said, if you can think it, you can just about do it here. Members participate in daily recreational and educational activities, social events, ballroom dancing and more.
We house an activities parlor where Members enjoy everything from painting and pottery to a quick game of Chuck’O! Our Wellness Center (well showcased on this site) contains an aerobics studio, cardio & strength center and a heated indoor pool for exercise or lap swimming.
We’ve got a multi-purpose media room where every seat is a good seat. People enjoy everything from movies to educational seminars in there!
Plus, our private dining room is the perfect place for family gatherings, a meeting of the book club or gathering the neighbors for a quick game of cards.
Or if you prefer a quieter activity, we also have a nice reading room and library just off the main parlor.
Our Internet center is complete with a number of computer stations so that Members who want to learn how to use the Internet or simply want to check their e-mail have a great place to sit, type and read.
Don’t forget, just outside Brightwater, you can also enjoy golf, tennis, museums, shopping and sightseeing. Plus Myrtle Beach has a tremendously affordable theatre scene – plays, musicals and shows abound all around.
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What is available in the Wellness Program?
The Wellness Center contains a heated indoor pool, classroom/aerobics studio, cardiovascular and strength training equipment and locker rooms. Members are welcome to use the Wellness Center on their own or they can join any number of classes being offered throughout the day and week. There are classes for all ability and experience levels including Pilates, tai chi, chair exercise, endurance training and balance enhancement. Our Wellness Coordinator is also available to assist Members with individual exercises and routines, too.
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Is healthcare provided on site?
As noted above, healthcare and wellness programs are provided by a highly skilled staff within the Brightwater community. The Wellness Program is included in your monthly service fee. Members who require special assistance have priority access to The Retreat at Brightwater, which features 24 assisted living and 24 skilled nursing private suites. For emergency care, there is Grand Strand Hospital and a growing choice of fine physician practices nearby.
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