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The Bristal At Wayne

The Bristal At Wayne is an assisted living and memory care community in Wayne, NJ.

Information last verified: May 24, 2026

1440 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ 07470

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 62 reviews

5 stars

48

4 stars

4

3 stars

0

2 stars

2

1 stars

8

The Bristal At Wayne Costs & Pricing

The Bristal At Wayne offers competitive pricing in comparison to both Passaic County and the broader New Jersey market. For semi-private rooms, the monthly cost is $4,500, notably lower than the county average of $5,177 and the state average of $5,068. Private room accommodations are also attractively priced at $5,400, which is less than both the county's $5,835 and the state's $5,799. Residents seeking a studio will find a similar advantage; at $5,850, it stands higher than the county's more affordable rate of $4,794 but remains below New Jersey's average of $5,286. Overall, The Bristal At Wayne presents a compelling value proposition for those considering senior living options in this region.

Floor plans	The Bristal At Wayne	Passaic County	New Jersey
Semi-Private	$4,500	$5,177	$5,068
Private	$5,400	$5,835	$5,799
Studio	$5,850	$4,794	$5,286

Overall Review of The Bristal At Wayne

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff feels welcoming and responsive

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as welcoming, helpful, and attentive.

Many reviews highlight a warm first impression and day-to-day kindness, describing staff as professional, patient, and easy to work with. Several people also mention specific wellness and nursing team members, and say communication and follow-through made them feel reassured. A few reviews also praise the respect families were shown during visits and transitions into the community.

common 12 reviews mention this

Food gets frequent praise

Dining is a frequent bright spot, with many residents enjoying the meals.

A number of reviews describe the food as consistently enjoyable, with comments about it being delicious and satisfying across meals. Residents also mention favorites and day-to-day routines that include meals and dining experiences. At the same time, one review raises concerns about meal quality and delivery accuracy, including items arriving missing.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Memory care safety draws concern

Some memory care experiences raise concerns about supervision and falls.

While several families express that the memory care programming and staff understanding of dementia helped their loved ones, not all experiences were positive. One review urges families not to send a loved one to the Memory Care Unit, describing multiple falls and feeling that care and monitoring were not adequate. Another review mentions dementia-related care concerns that may also relate to oversight and responsiveness.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Billing and refunds are a recurring issue

Some families report frustrating billing problems and delayed refunds.

A few reviews criticize the finance or billing process, including trouble getting answers, an outdated billing system, and difficulty reaching the team. Several comments focus on refunds or post-discharge charges that families felt were handled poorly, including issues tied to Medicaid. These reviews stand out because they describe the billing experience as a major source of stress after placement.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

170 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care

Amenities

Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Newark International (19 miles away)
LaGuardia (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming

Dining

Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Activities on-site
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Devotional activities offsite
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

The Wayne Hills Diner & Restaurant (0.1 miles)
Maggies Town Tavern (0.9 miles)
Pompton Queen Diner & Restaurant (2 miles)
Jersey Johnnys Grill (2 miles)
Burger King (2.8 miles)
Curly's Ice Cream (2.9 miles)
Oakland Diner (3.5 miles)

Places of Worship

Immaculate Heart Of Mary School (1.1 miles)
Hawthorne Gospel Church (5 miles)
Community Church Of Glen Rock (6.7 miles)
All Saints Episcopal Church (6.8 miles)
St Pauls Parish (8.1 miles)
Clifton Blue Mosque (8.4 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Pompton Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (2.9 miles)
Walgreens (4 miles)
Walgreens (4.3 miles)
Walgreens (4.3 miles)

Parks

Hershfield Park (2.7 miles)
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (5.2 miles)
Saddle River County Park (7.6 miles)
Saddle River County Park - Dunkerhook Area (8.2 miles)
Anderson Park (8.9 miles)
Volunteers Park (9 miles)
Edgemont Memorial Park (9.5 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (2.9 miles)
Starbucks (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Panera Bread (5.2 miles)
Willow & Whisk (5.6 miles)
Starbucks (6.1 miles)
Starbucks (9 miles)

Hospitals

Chilton Memorial Hospital (3 miles)
St Joseph's Regional Medical Center (6.3 miles)
The Valley Hospital (8.1 miles)
Saint Clare's Hospital (9.7 miles)

Physicians

Retina Associates of New Jersey PA (3.1 miles)
Christian Health Care Center () (4.4 miles)
Costello Oral Surgery Associates (4.7 miles)
Paterson Community Health Center (5.1 miles)
Nihal De Silva (5.3 miles)
Dr Mondana S. Yazdi, MD (5.4 miles)
Changebridge Medical Associates (7.8 miles)

Theaters

Cinemark (5.3 miles)

Transportation

IHA Arbor Road Bus Stop (5.3 miles)
NJT - Hawthorne Station (5.5 miles)
NJT - Waldwick Station (7.6 miles)
NJT - Watchung Station (9.6 miles)

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