The Bristal at Wayne
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Wayne, NJ

The Bristal at Wayne

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Wayne, NJ

Overview of The Bristal at Wayne

The Bristal at Wayne, New Jersey. Situated near Point View Reservoir, this pet-friendly community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy tastefully decorated apartments, beautiful common areas, and exceptional care from a dedicated team. The Bristal is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Play a round of golf, attend a concert at William Paterson University, or explore historical sites and natural beauty like Laurelwood Arboretum and Paterson Great Falls. Choose from spacious studios, one, or two-bedroom apartments. You’ll receive three daily meals, housekeeping, laundry services, and a full calendar of events and trips. Enjoy on-site amenities like a bistro, fitness center, salon, cinema, and library.

Bed community size
170-bed community Rank #106 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 560 homes in New Jersey for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #270 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 270th out of 638 homes in New Jersey for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Jersey facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
71%
Rank #318 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 318th out of 478 homes in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 478. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
120 / 170
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License Number16A023

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Bristal at Wayne is legally operated by The Bristal At Wayne, and administered by Shannon Cord.

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

David Burman, Jan Burman, Jonathan Weiss, Michael Weiss, Scott Burman, Steven Krieger, Sydney Engel

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
170 units
Total beds
170 units

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Inspection History

In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 4 inspections 3 complaint investigations

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (at NJ avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 49 This facility has had 56% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer
Routine inspections Info Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint. 14 This facility has had 75% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 33 This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 20, 2025 privacy notice detailed the facility’s legal duties and individuals’ rights regarding medical information use and disclosure.
  • April 30, 2024 complaint survey found the facility in substantial compliance with all licensure standards and no substantiated deficiencies.
  • February 6, 2024 infection control survey confirmed compliance with New Jersey regulations and CDC COVID-19 practices for assisted living residences.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 324 / 376 / 648 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wayne's city center to The Bristal at Wayne's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.96 miles to nearest hospital (Chilton Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Wayne

Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Bristal at Wayne
AL
IL
MC
Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)
170
Facility 170
NJ AVG 125
Rank #106 / 560
Yes
52
Facility 52
NJ AVG 47
Rank #270 / 638
Studio / 1 BedThe Bristal At WayneShannon Cord 70.6% -4
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 383
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 383
Sunrise of Wayne
AL
HOS
MC
Wayne (Berdan Avenue)
108
Facility 108
NJ AVG 125
Rank #330 / 560
Yes
57
Facility 57
NJ AVG 47
Rank #225 / 638
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Assisted Living Of WayneMs. Lisa Onnembo 52.8% -3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #115 / 383
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #129 / 383
Brookdale Wayne
AL
MC
Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)
105
Facility 105
NJ AVG 125
Rank #355 / 560
Yes
47
Facility 47
NJ AVG 47
Rank #312 / 638
2 BedBrookdale WayneMs. Ashley Mastroianni 43.8% A+3
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 383
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 383
Careone At Wayne
AL
MC
NH
Wayne (Packanack Lake)
101
Facility 101
NJ AVG 125
Rank #366 / 560
No
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #481 / 638
--Ms. Leeah Develez 86.1% -12
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 18
Rank #251 / 383
1.8
Facility 1.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #204 / 383
Care One At Wayne – Alr
AL
MC
NH
Wayne (Packanack Lake)
87
Facility 87
NJ AVG 125
Rank #420 / 560
No
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #481 / 638
--Ms. Louisa Del Corpo 85.1% -6
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #90 / 383
0.2
Facility 0.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #90 / 383

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

The Bristal at Wayne is located in Wayne, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Bristal at Wayne

What neighborhood is The Bristal at Wayne in?

The Bristal at Wayne is in the Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike neighborhood of Wayne.

Is The Bristal at Wayne in a walkable area?

The Bristal at Wayne has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Bristal at Wayne?

According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Wayne's license number is 16A023.

When does The Bristal at Wayne's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Wayne's license expires on October 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Bristal at Wayne?

The Bristal at Wayne's occupancy is 71%.

Are pets allowed at The Bristal at Wayne?

Yes, The Bristal at Wayne allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Bristal at Wayne?

Shannon Cord is the administrator of The Bristal at Wayne.

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