The Highlands at Brighton

Nestled along the tree-lined Lac De Ville Boulevard in Rochester's desirable Brighton neighborhood, The Highlands at Brighton provides compassionate, expert-level skilled nursing care for seniors who require around-the-clock medical support. Operated as a nonprofit corporation, The Highlands at Brighton is guided by a mission-driven commitment to dignity, individualized care, and clinical excellence — values that distinguish nonprofit providers from their for-profit counterparts. The community's Brighton location offers families a remarkable sense of reassurance. Highland Hospital, part of the University of Rochester Medical Center system, is just minutes away, ensuring seamless coordination with specialists and acute care when residents need it most. Strong Memorial Hospital, one of the nation's leading academic medical centers, is also readily accessible along the I-490 corridor. Families can feel confident that their loved ones are close to exceptional medical resources. Beyond clinical care, the surrounding Brighton community enriches daily life. Cobbs Hill Park, with its reservoir walking path and open green spaces, offers a peaceful backdrop for outdoor visits with family. The vibrant Monroe Avenue corridor — lined with local restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques — gives family members plenty of options when visiting. Wegmans on Monroe Avenue, a Rochester institution, is moments away for everyday needs. Pittsford Village and its picturesque Erie Canal towpath are a short drive south, offering scenic outings for residents and visiting loved ones alike. Brighton consistently ranks among the most livable communities in the greater Rochester area, known for its excellent infrastructure, walkable neighborhoods, and proximity to both the city and its quieter suburbs. For seniors and families navigating the decision of skilled nursing placement, the neighborhood itself offers comfort — familiar, safe, and well-connected. At The Highlands at Brighton, nonprofit stewardship means resources are reinvested into resident care rather than shareholder returns. The result is a community where clinical skill and genuine compassion work hand in hand, making it a trusted choice for families throughout the Rochester region.