The Bristal at Somerset
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Somerset, NJ
The Bristal at Somerset
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Somerset, NJ
Located on Easton Avenue, The Bristal at Somerset is an assisted living community in Somerset, New Jersey, with a 156-bed capacity in a three-story setting. The community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for older adults, providing a range of living options to accommodate different preferences and support needs. Additionally, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 50, allowing access to some nearby services on foot.
State inspections conducted over the past six years have found no substantiated complaints or citations. The community has also maintained compliance with infection control and privacy regulations, demonstrating ongoing attention to resident safety and confidentiality.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
20
156-bed community Rank #129 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th out of 560 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 50 / 100 Rank #284 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 284th out of 628 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 30, 2027
License NumberAL18002
The Bristal at Somerset is legally operated by The Bristal At Somerset, and administered by Ms. Jill Hamlett.
Officers
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
Assisted Living
156 units
Total beds
156 units
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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
2 inspections
2 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 21 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0 vs. NJ avg 21).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 2 | 9 | This facility has had 78% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 78% fewer |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has had 33% fewer complaint investigations than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 352 / 363 / 648 / 943 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Bristal at Somerset
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6.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Somerset's city center to The Bristal at Somerset's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.42 miles to nearest hospital (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital)
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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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| The Bristal at Somerset | IL AL MC | Somerset | 156
Facility
156
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#129 / 560 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#284 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | The Bristal At Somerset | Ms. Jill Hamlett | - | - | 2 | 2
Facility
2
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#167 / 414 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 412 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 412 |
| Spring Hills Somerset | IL AL MC | Somerset | 120
Facility
120
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#236 / 560 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#505 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed | Spring Hills At Somerset | Mr. Alexander Markowits |
65.8%
Facility
65.8%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#357 / 463 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 414 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 412 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 412 |
| Mira Vie at East Brunswick | IL AL MC RC | East Brunswick (East Brunswick Township) | 102
Facility
102
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#362 / 560 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#255 / 628 | - | Mira Vie At East Brunswick | Mr. Timothy Yuhas |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#197 / 463 | A- | 5 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#247 / 414 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#112 / 412 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#112 / 412 |
| Heritage of Clara Barton | IL AL HOS | Edison (Clara Barton) | 98
Facility
98
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#390 / 560 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#121 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Heritage Of Clara Barton | Mr. Tzvi Posen |
91.8%
Facility
91.8%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#73 / 463 | - | 6 | 4
Facility
4
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#321 / 414 | 2
Facility
2
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#134 / 412 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#115 / 412 |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bristal at Somerset
Is The Bristal at Somerset in a walkable area?
The Bristal at Somerset has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of The Bristal at Somerset?
According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Somerset's license number is AL18002.
When does The Bristal at Somerset's license expire?
According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Somerset's license expires on June 30, 2027.
Are pets allowed at The Bristal at Somerset?
Yes, The Bristal at Somerset allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Bristal at Somerset?
Ms. Jill Hamlett is the administrator of The Bristal at Somerset.
How many beds does The Bristal at Somerset have?
The Bristal at Somerset has 156 beds.
Has The Bristal at Somerset had any deficiencies?
The Bristal at Somerset has no reported deficiencies since 2020 according to records from New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH).
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