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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Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged
53 Walter Street, Trenton, NJ 08628 · Mercer County
Greenwood House is an entire network of senior living, care and services designed to create a true sense of community where patients, residents and staff all care about and engage with one another.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 79% 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
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A low federal rating — review the details closely
Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Trenton, NJ, with 137 certified beds and an average of about 108 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.66 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $323,570 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.64 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (65.9%)
- •$323,570 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Trenton options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 137
- Avg. residents/day
- 108
- Ownership
- Non profit - Church related
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315215
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
- 4.64
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.66
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 65.9%
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 1 ($323,570)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-26Severity 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.
2026-03-26Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2026-03-26Severity 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.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-21 | Fine | $323,570 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
53 Walter Street, Trenton, 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 Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged
How much does Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged cost?
Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Trenton, 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 Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged?
Staff provide about 4.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged?
Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged have availability?
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged offer?
Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged in Trenton, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 137 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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