The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Woodcliff Lake, NJ

The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Overview of The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake

At The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake a luxurious retirement living. This New Jersey community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all designed to enhance your well-being. Highly-trained staff provides exceptional care. Nestled in a beautiful rural setting, The Bristal boasts tranquil lakes, parks, and rolling hills.

Enjoy convenient access to local shopping, cultural centers, major highways, and the Paramus Mall. Plus, Manhattan is just a scenic drive away. Unwind in your private apartment with a kitchenette and bathroom. The Bristal pampers residents with delicious meals, daily housekeeping, laundry services, and a calendar of engaging events. Amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, salon, cinema, and library. Experience a fulfilling retirement at The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake.

Bed community size
160-bed community Rank #122 / 561Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd 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
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #354 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 354th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #191 / 496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 191st out of 496 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
135 / 160
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License Number02A016

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake is legally operated by The Bristal At Woodcliff Lake, and administered by Taylor Bookman.

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
160 units
Total beds
160 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.

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 At Avg Metrics at New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (at NJ avg)
4 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per year (90% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (85% below)
• Total inspections (11% below)
Latest Inspection November 19, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 218 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 0.33 This facility has 90% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 90% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.32 This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 85% better

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 89 This facility has 11% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (8 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 11% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 33 This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • Most recent inspection on November 19, 2025, focused on privacy practices and found no deficiencies or complaints.
  • March 5, 2024 complaint investigation found the facility in substantial compliance with licensure standards and no deficiencies.
  • August 18, 2022 complaint survey cited two deficiencies after a resident fall caused by unsafe mechanical lift use, resulting in death.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 314 / 435 / 639 / 985 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Woodcliff Lake's city center to The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.06 miles to nearest hospital (The Valley Hospital)

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

The Bristal at Englewood
AL
IL
MC
Englewood
288
Facility 288
NJ AVG 125
Rank #13 / 561
Yes
71
Facility 71
NJ AVG 47
Rank #153 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Bristal At EnglewoodMs. Tiffany Nelson
40.6%
Facility 40.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #439 / 450
5
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 519
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 519
The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake
AL
MC
Woodcliff Lake
160
Facility 160
NJ AVG 125
Rank #122 / 561
Yes
41
Facility 41
NJ AVG 47
Rank #354 / 640
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Bristal At Woodcliff LakeTaylor Bookman
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #178 / 450
8
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #157 / 519
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #129 / 519
Brightview Tenafly
AL
MC
Tenafly
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #236 / 561
No
67
Facility 67
NJ AVG 47
Rank #180 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview TenaflyMs. Alnica Moore
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #369 / 450
5
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 519
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 519
The Actors Fund Home
AL
MC
NH
Englewood
107
Facility 107
NJ AVG 125
Rank #343 / 561
No
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 47
Rank #11 / 640
--Mr. Jordan Strohl
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #139 / 450
12
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 18
Rank #355 / 519
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #324 / 519
Brightview Paramus
AL
IL
MC
Paramus
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 125
Rank #416 / 561
No
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 47
Rank #403 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview ParamusShyla Cramsey
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #373 / 450
4
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #181 / 519
0.8
Facility 0.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #185 / 519

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake is located in Woodcliff Lake, 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 Woodcliff Lake

Is The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake in a walkable area?

The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake?

According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake's license number is 02A016.

When does The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake's license expires on October 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake?

The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake's occupancy is 84%.

Who is the administrator of The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake?

Taylor Bookman is the administrator of The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake.

How many beds does The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake have?

The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake has 160 beds.

Are there photos of The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake in the photo gallery on this page.

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