Nursing homes in Trenton, NJ
Trenton, NJ has 11 Medicare-certified nursing homes. 2 have a 5-star overall rating, and 7 have been fined in the last three years.
Medicare data updated October 2026. Sorted by Medicare's overall rating.
| Nursing home | Overall rating | Health inspections | Staffing | Quality measures | Beds | Fines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Care at Mercerville LLC2240 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road · For profit - Corporation | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 114 | None |
| Preferred Care at Hamilton1501 State Hwy 33 · For profit - Individual | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 126 | 1 ($48,825) |
| Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center1314 Brunswick Avenue · For profit - Individual | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 149 | None |
| Preferred Care at Mercer1201 Parkway Avenue · For profit - Limited Liability company | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 100 | None |
| Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton3 Hamilton Health Place · For profit - Corporation | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 55 | 1 ($11,175) |
| Hamilton Grove Healthcare and Rehabilitation, LLC2300 Hamilton Ave · For profit - Limited Liability company | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 218 | 1 ($54,275) |
| Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC325 Jersey Street · For profit - Limited Liability company | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | 141 | None |
| Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged53 Walter Street · Non profit - Church related | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 137 | 1 ($323,570) |
| Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center1059 Edinburg Road · For profit - Limited Liability company | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 180 | 5 ($83,672) |
| Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center439 Bellevue Avenue · For profit - Limited Liability companySpecial Focus Facility candidate | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 106 | 2 ($27,571) |
| Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center512 Union Street · For profit - Limited Liability companySpecial Focus Facility | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | 215 | 3 ($603,214) |
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Recent inspection problems in Trenton
Citations from each home's latest standard inspection and from complaint inspections in the last three years, newest first. What an inspection citation means
- Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.May 12, 2026 · Preferred Care at Hamilton · F0842 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.May 12, 2026 · Preferred Care at Hamilton · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0582 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0658 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0697 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.April 21, 2026 · Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Questions about nursing homes in Trenton
Which nursing home in Trenton has the highest Medicare rating?
Complete Care at Mercerville LLC and Preferred Care at Hamilton share the highest overall rating in Trenton: 5 stars out of 5.
How many nursing homes in Trenton have been fined?
7 of the 11 have been fined in the last three years, $1,152,302 in all. The most was $603,214, at Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Does Medicare flag any nursing homes in Trenton?
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a Special Focus Facility candidate; Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a Special Focus Facility. Medicare marks homes with a history of serious problems and homes recently cited for abuse.
Which nursing home in Trenton is the largest?
Hamilton Grove Healthcare and Rehabilitation, LLC, with 218 certified beds.
Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.