Is Brightview Senior Living a good company to work for?

Brightview Senior Living has an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on over 495 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 7% over the last 12 months. 82% of employees would recommend working at Brightview Senior Living to a friend and 81% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Brightview Senior Living have been left by employees working as Vibrant Living Assistant , Concierge and Dining Server .

Does Brightview Senior Living pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Brightview Senior Living employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Brightview Senior Living. This rating has improved by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Brightview Senior Living?

82% of Brightview Senior Living employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Brightview Senior Living 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Brightview Senior Living?

Dining Server (29) , Concierge (27) , Resident Assistant (25) , Server (17) , Dining Services (15) , Vibrant Living Assistant (14) , Dining Room Server (13) , Activities Assistant (9) , Certified Nursing Assistant CNA (9) , Executive Director (9) , Wellness Nurse (7) , Chef (6) , Community Sales Director (6) , Cook (6) , Director (6)

What are the pros of working at Brightview Senior Living according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits were great" ((in 32 reviews)); "Brightview hires great staff!" ((in 19 reviews)); "Lots of career growth and you get to work with lots of great people that care about you." ((in 19 reviews)); "Loved my Coworkers and Residents were great" ((in 13 reviews)); "Awarded the 'Best place to work' in the Baltimore area several years in a row." ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Brightview Senior Living according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay for expected contribution" ((in 33 reviews)); "workers, managers are always present/available to handle the matter." ((in 12 reviews)); "No work life balance." ((in 8 reviews)); "sometimes communication is lacking between staff" ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Brightview Senior Living layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Brightview Senior Living layoffs and their outlook for job security at Brightview Senior Living in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Brightview Senior Living locations?

Baltimore , Rockville , Marlton , Bel Air , Catonsville , Shelton , Bethesda , Paramus , Canton , North Andover , Warren , Annapolis , Perry Hall , Arlington , Wakefield , Mays Chapel , Randolph , Woodbury , Annandale , Wakefield , Edgewater , Nottingham , Severna Park , Towson , White Marsh , Billerica , Boston , Woburn , Mount Laurel , Fairfax

Brightview Senior Living reviews

4.2

82% would recommend to a friend

(486 total reviews)

Doug Dollenberg

87% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (486 reviews)

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Brightview Senior Living has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 486 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Brightview Senior Living employee rating is 22% above average for employers within the Healthcare industry (3.4 stars).

Reviews by job title

486 reviews

5.0

Jun 18, 2026

Meaningful Work at a Senior Living Residence

Vibrant living assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I am retired from a career in programs at a non profit human services organization and working part-time at Brightview Senior Living has given me the opportunity to continue to use my skills and experience plus find purpose and engagement in my retirement years. The work is so rewarding! I am able to develop meaningful relationships with the residents and the work environment fosters positive team collaboration with fellow co-workers.

Cons

There are no cons for me.

Brightview Senior Living Response

1w

Thank you for your thoughtful review and for being part of the Brightview family for more than 10 years! We're honored that Brightview has provided you with an opportunity to continue making a meaningful impact in retirement. It's so wonderful to hear that you've built strong relationships with residents and enjoy collaborating with your fellow associates. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. We truly appreciate all that you do!

4.0

Jun 11, 2026

Good teamwork and training, but often understaffed

Server

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Easy Communication Good Teamwork Paid Monthly Training

Cons

Understaffed at times Having to work beyond the closing/end of shift time often

Brightview Senior Living Response

1w

Thank you for sharing your feedback and for being part of the Brightview family. We're so glad to hear you value the teamwork, communication, and monthly training opportunities. We also appreciate your comments about staffing and occasionally working beyond scheduled shifts. Your feedback is important and helps us continue improving the experience for our associates. Thank you for everything you do for our residents and team!

4.0

May 14, 2026

Flexible work environment with no notable downsides

Activities director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible work environment- freedom to do pretty much anything with programming as long as it is safe.

Cons

none great role and company

Brightview Senior Living Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for being a part of the Brightview team for nearly a decade! We're delighted to hear that you've found flexibility in your role and feel empowered to create engaging programming for residents while maintaining a safe environment. Our Vibrant Living Directors play a vital role in bringing joy, purpose, and meaningful experiences to our communities, and we're grateful for the creativity and dedication you bring each day. Thank you for your review and for all you do to make Brightview a great place to live and work.

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