Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lawrenceville, New Jersey
2 of 3 nursing homes in Lawrenceville (67%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
336
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, is adequate, with 3 total facilities and 67% recommended. Families should consider Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, which stands out with a B+ rating and 5 stars, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CLOVER MEADOWS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTE (85) — Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. The facility boasts a Grade B+ and maintains a zero fine record, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care in a supportive environment with 100 beds available for residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 LAWRENCE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL (75) — Lawrence Rehabilitation Hospital offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, highlighting its focus on quality rehabilitation services. With a Grade B and zero fines, this 56-bed facility provides a reliable option for those seeking effective recovery in a professional setting.
The other 1 Lawrenceville facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
B+
85
Trust Score
Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. The facility boasts a Grade B+ and maintains a zero fine record, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care in a supportive environment with 100 beds available for residents.
Lawrence Rehabilitation Hospital offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, highlighting its focus on quality rehabilitation services. With a Grade B and zero fines, this 56-bed facility provides a reliable option for those seeking effective recovery in a professional setting.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lawrenceville Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lawrenceville Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Lawrenceville's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Lawrenceville facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lawrenceville avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lawrenceville facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Lawrenceville, NJ are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Lawrenceville (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lawrenceville "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Lawrenceville?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.