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.
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About this community
Occupancy
The Bristal at Waldwick is legally operated by The Bristal At Waldwick, and administered by Mrs. Colette Peteet.
Officers
David Burman, Jan Burman, Jonathan Weiss, Michael Weiss, Scott Burman, Steven Krieger
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
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• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 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
| 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
| 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
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near The Bristal at Waldwick
1.1 miles from city center
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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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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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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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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| Atria Cranford | AL IL MC | Cranford | 308
Facility
308
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#7 / 560 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#197 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed | Atria Cranford | Ms. Alma Rodriguez |
63.6%
Facility
63.6%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#374 / 463 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#321 / 414 | 7
Facility
7
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#203 / 412 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#203 / 412 |
| Arbor Terrace Middletown | AL IL MC | Middletown Township (Hendrickson Corners) | 104
Facility
104
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#358 / 560 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#225 / 628 | Private Rooms | Arbor Terrace Of Middletown | Ms. Nicole D'andrea |
58.7%
Facility
58.7%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#398 / 463 | 3 | 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 |
| Arbor Terrace Roseland | AL MC RC | Roseland | 100
Facility
100
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#367 / 560 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#413 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Benchmark At Roseland | Ms. Shannon Basile |
76.0%
Facility
76.0%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#269 / 463 | 3 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#87 / 414 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 412 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 412 |
| The Bristal at Waldwick | AL MC | Waldwick | 93
Facility
93
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#413 / 560 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#557 / 628 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | The Bristal At Waldwick | Mrs. Colette Peteet |
77.4%
Facility
77.4%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#263 / 463 | 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 |
| Winchester Gardens | AL HC IL MC NH RC SNF | Maplewood (Newark Heights) | 30
Facility
30
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#545 / 560 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
NJ AVG
48
Rank
#481 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed | Winchester Gardens Health Care Center | Mr. David Weiner |
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#147 / 463 | 8 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#87 / 414 | 19
Facility
19
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#275 / 412 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#271 / 412 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bristal at 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.
How many beds does The Bristal at Waldwick have?
The Bristal at Waldwick has 93 beds.
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