Brandywine The Sycamore
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Shrewsbury, NJ

Brandywine The Sycamore

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Shrewsbury, NJ

Overview of Brandywine the Sycamore

A prominent senior living community residing in the quiet neighborhood of Meridian Way, Shrewsbury, NJ, Brandywine the Sycamore offers assisted living and memory care. Enjoy unparalleled comfort and safety with the cozy and sophisticated accommodations of Brandywine the Sycamore. Experience a worry-free retirement with a compassionate and well-trained team caring for residents’ special needs and preferences around the clock.

Have a fun time in the library and participate in engaging activities for enjoyment and wellness. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals satisfying cravings and dietary needs.
With its convenient and wonderful amenities, residents create unforgettable moments with friends and live an active lifestyle. Brandywine the Sycamore was awarded US News’ Best Assisted Living for its top-notch care and assistance.

Types of Care at Brandywine The Sycamore

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
Bed community size
130-bed community Rank #198 / 562Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th 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: 55 / 100 Rank #242 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 242nd 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
75%
Rank #283 / 493Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 283rd 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.
Similar to the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
98 / 130
Average residents per home in New Jersey 119 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
License Number55A007

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brandywine The Sycamore is legally operated by Well Bl Opco Llc, and administrated by Ms. Maria Ricciardi.

Officers

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

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Type Of Units

Assisted Living
130 units
Total beds
130 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Formal & Private Dining Rooms
Beauty Salon
Secure Memory Care Wing
Hydration Station
Grand Piano
Pub
Library And Reading Nook
Screening Room
Outdoor Fireplace
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$7,200 per month
Memory Care$7,400 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining adapts to the moment with a variety of culinary programs and thoughtful ingredients.

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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 2021 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (33% above)
4 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (72% below)
• Deficiencies per year (72% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (65% below)
• Total inspections (22% 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. 518 This facility has 72% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (5 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 72% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 13.6 This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 72% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.72 This facility has 65% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.7 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 65% 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. 79 This facility has 22% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (7 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 22% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 43 This facility has 33% more complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 3).↑ 33% worse

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 and focused on informing individuals about privacy practices. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some complaint investigations citing deficiencies related to resident care and policy enforcement, including failure to implement workplace violence and fall intervention policies. Inspectors noted issues such as inadequate protection of resident rights, incomplete health service plans, and insufficient documentation of post-fall assessments. Complaint investigations included both substantiated and unsubstantiated findings, with the most notable substantiated case involving resident abuse and failure to enforce workplace violence policies. The facility’s record shows some improvement over time, with the latest routine inspection free of deficiencies following prior citations.

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What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brandywine The Sycamore

Interior layout of a private resident room
Assisted Living One Bedroom
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Assisted Living Two Bedroom
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Memory Care Studio
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Memory Care Two Bedroom
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Assisted Living Studio
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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Shrewsbury's city center to Brandywine The Sycamore's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.55 miles to nearest hospital (HMH Riverview Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Brandywine The Sycamore is located in Shrewsbury, 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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IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brandywine The Sycamore

Who is the owner of Brandywine The Sycamore?

The legal owner and operator of Brandywine The Sycamore is Well Bl Opco Llc.

Is Brandywine The Sycamore in a walkable area?

Brandywine The Sycamore has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brandywine The Sycamore?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine The Sycamore's license number is 55A007.

When does Brandywine The Sycamore's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brandywine The Sycamore's license expires on December 31, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Brandywine The Sycamore?

Brandywine The Sycamore's occupancy is 75%.

Does Brandywine The Sycamore have different floorplan options?

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

Who is the administrator of Brandywine The Sycamore?

Ms. MARIA RICCIARDI is the administrator of Brandywine The Sycamore.

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