The Bristal Assisted Living at North Woodmere

My mom moved into the reflections about 3 months ago after her dementia worsened. In the beginning everything was wonderful. Her dementia was rapidly progressing and she started falling. During this time all of the staff were very caring and helpful. Last week mom contacted a u.t.i. and wound up being admitted to the hospital. 3 days later she was cleared by her doctor and discharged.But on the day she was supposed to return, the reflections director in formed me that she could only return if I got a 24 hour private aide. I was blindsided. I had to find a new place to put her immediately.

My mom has been living at the Bristal for four years. They have been wonderful to her and to all of us. Recently, she has taken ill. The Social Worker, Smillie, has taken us all under her wing, and has gone out of her way to make sure Mom is well taken care of. An amazing worker and a wonderful staff!

My dad has been a resident here for a year and a half. The entire staff from aides to management are compassionate and caring people. They help pair up people who they think will be friends, add activities to meet the interest of residents and the facility is immaculate. My 12 year old thought grandpa moved into a hotel. Highly recommend!

We visited several other facilities in the area but chose The Bristal at North Woodmere because it was like entering a 4 star Hotel instead of an assisted living facility. Not only is it so bright and cheerful, but the staff and all of the aides are so nice and helpful. My mother-in-law is so much happier here interacting with people rather than being in her old apartment all alone. She gets all of the assistance she needs throughout the day. Plus the wellness center has regular visits from a general practitioner, podiatrist and optometrist with a nurse on hand. Three good meals a day, movie theatre, exercise classes, hair salon and Shabbat every Friday, what more could we ask for. My mother-in-law didn't want to leave her apartment but once she took the tour and spoke to Lori the sales director who made her feel at ease and answered all of her concerns, she decided to try it and she's still there and very happy. I highly recommend the Bristal at North Woodmere.

From the first day I walked into the Bristal to research whether to sign up my magnificent mother of 89 years young until today ( 5 months later) my family and I have only rave reviews for this 5 star hotel quality assisted living facility. The accommodations and the entire staff are warm, engaging and 100% responsible for their roles at the Bristal What a special TEAM..... My mother is happy, healthier and most of all safe!! Special thanks to Lori McGiness for making things happen from day 1. . What a fabulous experience for our entire family. Thank you Bristal of North Woodmere.,