The Bristal at Somerset
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Somerset, NJ
The Bristal at Somerset
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Somerset, NJ
The Bristal at Somerset is a luxurious retirement community in Franklin Township, NJ, that offers comprehensive care options, ranging from independent living to skilled nursing. The community has a variety of studio to two-bedroom apartments set in a home-like environment, ensuring older adults can ease their worries during their stay. With three nutritious meals daily, housekeeping services, and an emergency response system, residents have a maintenance-free retirement. Through personalized care plans, residents receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs and preferences.
Card games, cultural programs, and live entertainment ensure residents can stay active and learn new hobbies. A swimming pool, a fitness center, and a business center are among the top-notch amenities provided, so residents can rest and move around comfortably. The community is also easily accessible for families and visitors, as it is conveniently located near the Raritan River in Franklin Township. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in New Jersey, this retirement community ensures older adults can age gracefully in their later years.
156-bed community Rank #129 / 561Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 50 / 100 Rank #285 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 285th 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.
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, 2026 Expires in 4 days
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
5 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.
2 Better
Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Complaint investigations (33% below)
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Complaint investigations (33% below)
Latest Inspection
November 20, 2025
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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5 | 9 | This facility has 44% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (5 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 44% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.
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2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 33% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- December 30, 2020 infection control survey found full compliance with New Jersey regulations and CDC COVID-19 practices, with no deficiencies or complaints.
- November 20, 2025 privacy notice detailed patient rights and information use without any complaint or deficiency reported.
- No substantiated complaints or citations appeared in the facility’s recent inspection records from 2020 to 2025.
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
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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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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
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Voorhees Township (Echelon) | 164 | Yes | A+ | 43 | Studio / 1 Bed |
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Somerset | 156 | Yes | - | 50 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Hillsborough |
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Hillsborough Township (Hillsborough) | 94 | Yes | A+ | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed |
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Freehold Township (Stonehurst West) | 94 | No | - | 54 | Studio / 1 Bed |
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Hackettstown (Mount Olive Township) | 82 | Yes | - | 14 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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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, 2026.
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.
Are there photos of The Bristal at Somerset?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Bristal at Somerset in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Bristal at Somerset?
The Bristal at Somerset is located at 1870 Easton Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873.
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