Bear Creek Assisted Living

Independent Living in New Jersey

Bear Creek Assisted Living

Independent Living in New Jersey

Overview of Bear Creek Assisted Living

Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of West Windsor Township, NJ, the Bear Creek Assisted Living is a vibrant community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents are treated as more than a community, but an experience. A wide array of spacious accommodations with various floor plans, ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom, are specially designed for assisted and memory care residents.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services through chef-prepared dining with delightful meals, exquisite outdoor spaces, and revolving calendar of events. Health and wellness programs, art activities, and other life-enrichment sessions are also provided to further enhance engagements and relaxation. With its commitment to fostering an inclusive and comforting environment, seniors can never go wrong with the Bear Creek Assisted Living.

Bed community size
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
87%
Higher than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
87 / 100
Average residents 119 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
License Number8HEV7E

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bear Creek Assisted Living is legally operated by Vop West Windsor, Llc, and administrated by Ms. AMY GOLDICH.

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
100 units
Total beds
100 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Chef-Prepared Dining
Beauty And Salon Services
Events And Outings
Library
Laundry And Linen Services
Housekeeping
Spiritual Services
Scheduled Transportation Services
Professionally-Led Fitness Programs
ActivitiesVibrant calendar of scheduled activities and events.
Branded ProgramsMilitary Veterans Program
Specific ProgramsAssisted Senior Living, Military Veterans Program, Activities & Events, Exclusive Programs, Community Blog, Senior Living Library
Religious ServicesSpiritual services available.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef-prepared dining available.

What does this home offer?

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 503 / 509 / 643 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: 3-story

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Bear Creek Assisted Living

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Contact Bear Creek Assisted Living

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.

4 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

4 complaint inspections

New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections

New Jersey average: 6 inspections

Latest inspection

Date November 19, 2025

7 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies

1.8 deficiencies per inspection

New Jersey average: 2.0 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Bear Creek Assisted Living

The most recent inspection on November 19, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies related mainly to resident safety in the Memory Care Community and issues with emergency response procedures, including failures to notify family or responsible parties of hospital transfers and incomplete medical record access. Complaint investigations substantiated these issues, particularly concerning supervision in the Memory Care area and documentation and notification practices during resident hospital transfers. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests some improvement over time, with the latest report showing no deficiencies after prior concerns.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Bear Creek Assisted Living5
Bear Creek Assisted Living3
Bear Creek Assisted Living4
Mulberry Suite | 1 Bathroom | 503 sq. ft.
Mulberry Suite | 1 Bathroom | 503 Sq. Ft.
Norway Maple | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 643 sq. ft.
Norway Maple | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 643 Sq. Ft.
Red Maple Suite | 1 Bathroom | 509 sq. ft.
Red Maple Suite | 1 Bathroom | 509 Sq. Ft.
Black Cherry | Studio | 1 Bathroom | 314 sq. ft.
Black Cherry | Studio | 1 Bathroom | 314 Sq. Ft.
Honey Locust | Suite | 1 Bathroom | 320 sq. ft.
Honey Locust | Suite | 1 Bathroom | 320 Sq. Ft.
Silver Maple | Studio | 1 Bathroom | 217 sq. ft.
Silver Maple | Studio | 1 Bathroom | 217 Sq. Ft.

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in New Jersey

Bear Creek Assisted Living is located in West Windsor Township, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

Get Financial aid guidance

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

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Jersey LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General NJ resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency fuel ($450 max)

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)

Places of interest near Bear Creek Assisted Living

Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Windsor Township's city center to Bear Creek Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.21 miles to nearest hospital (Mercer Allergy & Asthma Center (MAAC))

Calculate Travel Distance to Bear Creek Assisted Living

Add your location

Address

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Compare Independent Living around Hamilton The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

Filter by care type
Bear Creek Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

West Windsor Township (Village Road East)100No 4 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedVop West Windsor, LlcMs. Amy Goldich 87.0% 471.8

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Nursing Home Data Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Explore Open Rooms
1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.