The Bristal at Waldwick
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Waldwick, NJ

The Bristal at Waldwick

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Waldwick, NJ

Overview of The Bristal at Waldwick

Administered by Colette Peteet, The Bristal at Waldwick is an assisted living and memory care community at 245 Wyckoff Avenue in Waldwick, New Jersey. The community operated by The Bristal at Waldwick welcomes occupants needing independent living, assisted living, or memory care support. The 93-bed facility offers private and semi-private room options and maintains an around 77 percent occupancy rate.

Life here centers on connection and active engagement. Residents join a diverse community calendar filled with activities and events made to foster meaningful relationships and preserve independence. Alongside transportation services and respite care, the home provides 24/7 staffing, ensuring occupants receive support while maintaining their dignity and autonomy. To stay active and enjoy time outdoors, fitness amenities and a garden offer residents spaces. The facility’s memory care program is tailored to support residents with memory challenges via specialized day programming. Pet-friendly policies let occupants bring their companions, and on-site dining complements daily life. Found in a car-dependent neighborhood, most errands and outings require vehicle transportation. The starting price is around $2,829 monthly.

State inspections have found The Bristal at Waldwick in substantial compliance with licensure and infection control standards, with no substantiated violations recorded in recent reviews.

Bed community size
93-bed community Rank #413 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 413th 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: 15 / 100 Rank #557 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 557th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #262 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd 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
72 / 93
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number13A021

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Bristal at Waldwick is legally operated by The Bristal At Waldwick, and administered by Mrs. Colette Peteet.

Officers

Info 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

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
93 units
Total beds
93 units

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 2 inspections 2 complaint investigations

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 2023 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 (33% 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. 29 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
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 23 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 Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • May 5, 2023 complaint investigation found the facility in substantial compliance with licensure and COVID-19 infection control regulations, meeting CDC recommended practices.
  • No deficiencies or complaints were noted in the November 19, 2025 privacy practices report regarding medical information use and disclosure.
  • The facility maintained compliance with state rules and infection control during the most recent complaint-focused survey, showing no substantiated violations.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Places of interest near The Bristal at Waldwick

Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Waldwick's city center to The Bristal at Waldwick's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.87 miles to nearest hospital (The Valley Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

The Bristal at Waldwick is located in Waldwick, 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 The Bristal at Waldwick

What neighborhood is The Bristal at Waldwick in?

The Bristal at Waldwick is in the Wyckoff Avenue neighborhood of Waldwick.

Is The Bristal at Waldwick in a walkable area?

The Bristal at Waldwick has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Bristal at Waldwick?

According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Waldwick's license number is 13A021.

When does The Bristal at Waldwick's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Waldwick's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Bristal at Waldwick?

The Bristal at Waldwick's occupancy is 77%.

Are pets allowed at The Bristal at Waldwick?

Yes, The Bristal at Waldwick allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Bristal at Waldwick?

Mrs. Colette Peteet is the administrator of The Bristal at Waldwick.

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