Brandywine Mountain Ridge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Watchung, NJ

Brandywine Mountain Ridge

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Watchung, NJ

Overview of Brandywine Mountain Ridge

Spend a peaceful retirement with the blissful senior living community of Brandywine Mountain Ridge in Mountain Boulevard, Watchung, NJ, offering assisted living and memory care. The community features snug and sophisticated residences, ensuring unparalleled comfort and security. Keep your peace with a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals striving to provide top-notch care and support around the clock.

Participate in enjoyable activities and engaging programs for leisure and wellness. Experience serenity with the wonderful and pet-friendly spaces in the community. With its dedication to delivering the finest experience, the community serves healthy and delicious meals satisfying nutritional needs and tastes. Brandywine Mountain Ridge is ideal for seniors looking for an active and well-rounded retirement with its practical amenities and friendly community. Moreover, Brandywine Mountain Ridge was recognized as the US News’ Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care, as proof of its exceptional service.

Bed community size
119-bed community Rank #285 / 561Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 285th out of 561 homes in New Jersey. 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.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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 20 / 100 Rank #521 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 521st out of 640 homes in New Jersey. 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.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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
66%
Rank #374 / 496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 374th out of 496 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
78 / 119
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License Number80a005

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brandywine Mountain Ridge is legally operated by Brandywine Living At Mountain Ridge, and administered by Samantha Elia.

Officers

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

Properties, INC Hcri Tuscon

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
119 units
Total beds
119 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Formal & Private Dining Rooms
Bistro Café With Seasonal Snacks And Refreshments
Pub With Signature Cocktails And Curated Music
Outdoor Patio With Dining And Garden Spaces
Beauty Salon With Multiple Stations
Screening Room With Retro Popcorn Machine
Lounge With Baby Grand Piano And Cozy Fireplace
Secure Memory Care Wing With Kitchen
Courtyard
And Social Spaces
Putting Green And Walking Paths
Wheelchair-Accessible Transportation And Concierge Support
Licensed Nurses On-Site 24/7
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living starting at$6,000 per month
Memory Care starting at$6,500 per month

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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.

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 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (35% above)
4 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (56% below)
• Deficiencies per year (57% below)
• Total inspections (67% below)
• Complaint investigations (67% below)
Latest Inspection November 20, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility NJ Average vs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 8 18 This facility has 56% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (8 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 56% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 1.3 3 This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.3 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 57% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.7 2 This facility has 35% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2.7 vs. NJ avg 2).↑ 35% worse

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

This Facility NJ Average vs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3 9 This facility has 67% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 67% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 1 3 This facility has 67% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 67% better

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

  • November 17, 2020 inspection found full compliance with infection control regulations and CDC COVID-19 guidelines, with no deficiencies cited.
  • March 28, 2023 complaint investigation found five deficiencies including failure to retain a Universal Transfer Form and inadequate emergency care leading to a resident’s death.
  • February 22, 2021 COVID-19 survey cited three deficiencies for inconsistent resident screening, poor social distancing, and inadequate staff hand hygiene practices.

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brandywine Mountain Ridge

Assisted Living One Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Assisted Living One Bedroom Den
1 Bedroom
Brandywine Mountain Ridge, memory care in Watchung, NJ — Floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment layout
2 bedroom
Memory Care Studio
Studio
Brandywine Mountain Ridge, memory care in Watchung, NJ — Floor plan of a senior living apartment with amenities
Studio

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Watchung's city center to Brandywine Mountain Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.4 miles to nearest hospital (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset)

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Compare Assisted Living around Warren

The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

Brightview Warren
AL
MC
Warren (Warrenville)
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #236 / 561
No
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 47
Rank #242 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Brightview Warren Ms. Farrah Molfetta
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #180 / 450
5
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #157 / 519
0.4
Facility 0.4
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #150 / 519
Brandywine Mountain Ridge
AL
MC
Watchung (Washingtonville)
119
Facility 119
NJ AVG 125
Rank #285 / 561
No
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 47
Rank #521 / 640
- Brandywine Living At Mountain Ridge Samantha Elia
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #348 / 450
3
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #181 / 519
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #195 / 519
Mira Vie at Warren
AL
IL
MC
RC
Warren (Mount Bethel)
94
Facility 94
NJ AVG 125
Rank #409 / 561
Yes
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 47
Rank #506 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Mira Vie At Warren Ms. Tracy Pace
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #285 / 450
2
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #181 / 519
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #242 / 519

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Brandywine Mountain Ridge is located in Watchung, 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 Brandywine Mountain Ridge

What neighborhood is Brandywine Mountain Ridge in?

Brandywine Mountain Ridge is in the Washingtonville neighborhood of Watchung.

Who is the owner of Brandywine Mountain Ridge?

Brandywine Mountain Ridge is legally operated by Brandywine Living At Mountain Ridge, and administered by Samantha Elia.

Is Brandywine Mountain Ridge in a walkable area?

Brandywine Mountain Ridge has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Brandywine Mountain Ridge?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine Mountain Ridge's license number is 80a005.

When does Brandywine Mountain Ridge's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine Mountain Ridge's license expires on October 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brandywine Mountain Ridge?

Brandywine Mountain Ridge's occupancy is 66%.

Does Brandywine Mountain Ridge have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brandywine Mountain Ridge on this page.

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