Brandywine Summit
Memory Care & Assisted Living · New Jersey, NJ

Brandywine Summit

Memory Care & Assisted Living · New Jersey, NJ

Overview of Brandywine Summit

Enjoy your golden years with the idyllic senior living community of Brandywine Summit in Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ, offering assisted living and memory care. The community features an exclusive Serenade program, promising a life of comfort and elegance within its vibrant and welcoming abode. Brandywine Summit exceeds expectations in delivering top-tier care and assistance for seniors to live as they want.

With its pet-friendly and spacious spaces, residents experience the finest retirement accompanied by a warm and welcoming community. Rekindle passions and explore new interests with enjoyable activities and engaging programs for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Eat well with healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Brandywine Summit is ideal for relaxation and convenience with its fabulous and meticulously built amenities and peaceful walking paths. Moreover, Brandywine Summit was recognized as the US News’ Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care for its quality care and support.

Types of Care at Brandywine Summit

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
98-bed community Rank #395 / 562Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 395th out of 562 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 67 / 100 Rank #180 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 180th out of 640 homes in New Jersey. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Jersey SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
46%
Rank #455 / 493Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 455th out of 493 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 493. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
45 / 98
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License Number90a001

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brandywine Summit is legally operated by Well Bl Portfolio 1 Opco Llc, and administrated by Ms. Tywanda Jackson.

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

Holdco LLC Welltower Trs, LLC Brandywine Mgtco

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
98 units
Total beds
98 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Formal & Private Dining Rooms
Beauty Salon
Secure Memory Care Wing
Hydration Station
Grand Piano
Pub
Screening Room
Koi Pond
Signature Lounge
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$6,700 per month
Memory Care$8,700 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMeals are prepared by culinary professionals, offering a variety of dining experiences.

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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, citation, 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 2022 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% above)
4 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Total inspections (78% below)
• Complaint investigations (67% below)
Latest Inspection November 20, 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. 618 This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (6 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 1.54.5 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.5 vs. NJ avg 4.5).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 32 This facility has 50% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 2).↑ 50% worse

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. 29 This facility has 78% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 78% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 13 This facility has 67% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 67% better

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

The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed mixed results, including a complaint investigation on April 3, 2024, where inspectors cited multiple deficiencies related to resident assessment, nursing documentation, safety and supervision, notification of significant resident changes, and medication reconciliation. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations prior to the most recent inspection included a substantiated case involving failure to comply with standards for one resident’s care and documentation. The inspection history suggests improvement, as the latest report found the facility in compliance after earlier issues.

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Summit's city center to Brandywine Summit's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.08 miles to nearest hospital (Overlook Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in New Jersey

Brandywine Summit is located in Summit, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brandywine Summit

What neighborhood is Brandywine Summit in?

Brandywine Summit is in the Summit neighborhood of Summit.

Who is the owner of Brandywine Summit?

The legal owner and operator of Brandywine Summit is Well Bl Portfolio 1 Opco Llc.

Is Brandywine Summit in a walkable area?

Brandywine Summit has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brandywine Summit?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine Summit's license number is 90a001.

When does Brandywine Summit's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine Summit's license expires on October 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brandywine Summit?

Brandywine Summit's occupancy is 46%.

Does Brandywine Summit have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brandywine Summit on this page.

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