Brandywine The Sycamore
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Shrewsbury, NJ

Brandywine The Sycamore

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Shrewsbury, NJ

Overview of Brandywine the Sycamore

A prominent senior living community residing in the quiet neighborhood of Meridian Way, Shrewsbury, NJ, Brandywine the Sycamore offers assisted living and memory care. Enjoy unparalleled comfort and safety with the cozy and sophisticated accommodations of Brandywine the Sycamore. Experience a worry-free retirement with a compassionate and well-trained team caring for residents’ special needs and preferences around the clock.

Have a fun time in the library and participate in engaging activities for enjoyment and wellness. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals satisfying cravings and dietary needs.
With its convenient and wonderful amenities, residents create unforgettable moments with friends and live an active lifestyle. Brandywine the Sycamore was awarded US News’ Best Assisted Living for its top-notch care and assistance.

Bed community size
130-bed community Rank #193 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 193rd 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #241 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 241st 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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #274 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th 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.
Similar to the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
98 / 130
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number55A007

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brandywine The Sycamore is legally operated by Brandywine Living At The Sycamore, and administered by Mr. Nathaniel Taylor.

Officers

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

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Type Of Units

Assisted Living
130 units
Total beds
130 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Formal & Private Dining Rooms
Beauty Salon
Secure Memory Care Wing
Hydration Station
Grand Piano
Pub
Library And Reading Nook
Screening Room
Outdoor Fireplace
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$7,200 per month
Memory Care$7,400 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 2021 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (33% above)
3 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (72% below)
• Deficiencies per year (72% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (65% below)
Latest Inspection November 20, 2025

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

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 518 This facility has 72% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (5 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 72% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 13.6 This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 72% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.72 This facility has 65% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.7 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 65% better

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 79 This facility has had 22% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (7 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 22% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 43 This facility has 33% more complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 3).↑ 33% worse

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 update explained residents' rights and NJDHSS legal duties with no deficiencies or complaints.
  • April 29, 2024 complaint investigation found four deficiencies including failure to prevent abuse, enforce workplace violence policy, and develop a health service plan for Resident #2.
  • May 10, 2023 complaint investigation cited failure to document post-fall assessments for 5 residents, showing ongoing issues with policy enforcement and resident safety documentation.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brandywine The Sycamore

Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan of a one-bedroom apartment in senior living
1 Bedroom
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan of a one-bedroom apartment layout
1 Bedroom
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan layout of a two-bedroom apartment
2 bedroom
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan of a senior living apartment layout
Studio
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Top-down view of a one-bedroom senior apartment layout
1 Bedroom
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan of a senior living apartment with layout details
1 Bedroom
Memory Care Two Bedroom
2 bedroom
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan of a one-bedroom senior living apartment
Studio
Brandywine The Sycamore, assisted living in Shrewsbury, NJ — Floor plan of a senior living unit layout
Studio

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Shrewsbury's city center to Brandywine The Sycamore's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.55 miles to nearest hospital (HMH Riverview Medical Center)

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

Brandywine The Sycamore
AL
MC
NH
RC
Shrewsbury
130
Facility 130
NJ AVG 125
Rank #193 / 560
No
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 47
Rank #241 / 638
-Brandywine Living At The SycamoreMr. Nathaniel Taylor 75.4% 7
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #184 / 413
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #145 / 413
The Chelsea at Shrewsbury
AL
MC
Shrewsbury
110
Facility 110
NJ AVG 125
Rank #318 / 560
Yes
73
Facility 73
NJ AVG 47
Rank #136 / 638
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Chelsea At ShrewsburyMs. Meghan Windrem 70.0% 3
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 18
Rank #233 / 413
3.7
Facility 3.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #319 / 413
Brightview Holmdel
AL
IL
MC
Holmdel (Nj 35)
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 125
Rank #367 / 560
Yes
47
Facility 47
NJ AVG 47
Rank #312 / 638
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview HolmdelMr. Not Assigned-1
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 413
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 413
Sunrise of Shrewsbury
AL
MC
Shrewsbury
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 125
Rank #405 / 560
Yes
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 47
Rank #241 / 638
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Of ShrewsburyMs. Joyce Yencarelli 56.8% 7
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 413
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 413

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Brandywine The Sycamore is located in Shrewsbury, 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 The Sycamore

Who is the owner of Brandywine The Sycamore?

Brandywine The Sycamore is legally operated by Brandywine Living At The Sycamore, and administered by Mr. Nathaniel Taylor.

Is Brandywine The Sycamore in a walkable area?

Brandywine The Sycamore has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brandywine The Sycamore?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine The Sycamore's license number is 55A007.

When does Brandywine The Sycamore's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine The Sycamore's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brandywine The Sycamore?

Brandywine The Sycamore's occupancy is 75%.

Does Brandywine The Sycamore have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brandywine The Sycamore on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brandywine The Sycamore?

No, Brandywine The Sycamore has a no-pet policy.

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