Brookdale Wayne
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Wayne, NJ

Overview of Brookdale Wayne

Experience a worry-free lifestyle in the quiet neighborhood of Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ. A trusted senior living community providing assisted living and memory care, Brookdale Wayne features an elegant two-bedroom apartment. With customized care and assistance available around the clock, the community ensures comfort and safety.

With its signature Clare Bridge Training, the community aims to improve its memory care residents’ well-being by providing them with mind-stimulating activities and fostering familiarity during meal times. Bonding over meals makes the food much better, the team serves delicious and healthy meals daily. Brookdale Wayne is a great place to live your retirement with its serene and beautiful campus. Amenities include a therapy room, a library, a cafe, a putting green, business centers, and transportation services.

Bed community size
105-bed community Rank #355 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 355th 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.
Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #312 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
44%
Rank #443 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 443rd 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
46 / 105
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026 Expires in 6 days
License Number70A003

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Wayne is legally operated by Brookdale Wayne, and administered by Ms. Ashley Mastroianni.

Officers

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

Brea Emeritus LLC

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
105 units
Total beds
105 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Library
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Walking Paths
Putting Green/Outdoor Sports Activities
Business Centers/Computers
Community Kitchen
ActivitiesEngaging activities like watercolor painting classes, trivia tournaments, and themed movie nights
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$5,480 per month
Memory Care$8,445 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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 3 inspections 1 complaint investigation

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 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (67% below)

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. 39 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer
Routine inspections Info Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 13 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 18, 2020 COVID-19 infection control survey found the facility fully compliant with state regulations and CDC recommended practices.
  • No deficiencies or complaints were reported in the most recent November 20, 2025 privacy notice update.
  • No substantiated complaints or citations appeared in the record from 2020 through 2025, indicating consistent regulatory compliance.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

2 Bed
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Wayne

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wayne's city center to Brookdale Wayne's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.51 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

Brookdale 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 Brookdale Wayne

What neighborhood is Brookdale Wayne in?

Brookdale Wayne is in the Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike neighborhood of Wayne.

Is Brookdale Wayne in a walkable area?

Brookdale Wayne has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Wayne?

According to NJ state health department records, Brookdale Wayne's license number is 70A003.

When does Brookdale Wayne's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brookdale Wayne's license expires on July 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Wayne?

Brookdale Wayne's occupancy is 44%.

How long has Brookdale Wayne been in business?

Brookdale Wayne has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Wayne have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Wayne on this page.

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