Mountainside, NJ · 64 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Mountainside's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,170–$16,340/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen
200 Bristol Glen Drive, Newton, NJ 07860 · Sussex County
As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Bristol Glen offers unique independent living choices for assisted living, memory support & more.
80
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (55 of 60 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Newton
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Newton, NJ, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 55 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.92 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,278 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.09 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Newton for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 60
- Avg. residents/day
- 55
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 315439
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,170–$16,340/mo (median $13,830) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,730–$11,000/mo (median $8,840) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Newark prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.09
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.92
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,278)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-05-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-26Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-05-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-05-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2022-03-17Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2022-03-17Severity B — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
2019-12-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-26 | Fine | $8,278 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chef-prepared meals
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
200 Bristol Glen Drive, Newton, NJ
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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How much does United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen cost?
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newton, NJ area typically runs $12,170–$16,340 per month (median $13,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen?
Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen?
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-05-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen have availability?
Typically 92% full (55 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen offer?
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 60 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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