Lawrenceville, NJ · 100 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Lawrenceville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,150–$14,970/mo
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Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
1059 Edinburg Road, Hamilton, NJ 08690 · Mercer County
Avalon Rehab is proud to introduce a whole new level of subacute rehab & long term care to Hamilton and surrounding communities. Book a tour.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Hamilton
Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hamilton, NJ, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 146 residents per day. It operates as part of the Marquis Health Services network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.16 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.45 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $83,544 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.16 hrs/resident/day)
- •$83,544 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Hamilton options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 146
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Marquis Health Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315223
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 | $11,150–$14,970/mo (median $12,680) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Trenton 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
- 3.16
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.45
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 35.1%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 5 ($83,544)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-02
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-02Severity F — 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.
2025-12-02Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-12-02Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-12-02Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2025-12-02Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
2025-12-02Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2025-12-02Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-12-02Severity D — potential for 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-24 | Fine | $7,462 |
| 2025-08-07 | Fine | $13,983 |
| 2025-03-11 | Fine | $31,096 |
| 2024-06-13 | Fine | $13,885 |
| 2024-06-13 | Fine | $17,118 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1059 Edinburg Road, Hamilton, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
How much does Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center cost?
Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hamilton, NJ area typically runs $11,150–$14,970 per month (median $12,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Staff provide about 3.16 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center have availability?
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offer?
Avalon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Hamilton, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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