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10 Best Nursing Homes in Mercer County, NJ

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Mercer County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Mercer County, NJ may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Mercer County or another care type is right for you. Browse 43 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Mercer County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Fox Chase, Rhawnhurst and Winchester Park.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Mercer County, NJ

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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Princeton Care Center is family owned and operated. We make it our priority to ensure our residents receive dignified care in an environment where our residents' well-being, safety, and self-respect are of the utmost importance. Loved ones of our residents always receive an immediate response...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Park Place Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Mercer County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $6,565 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly, NJ with an average of $5,895 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, NJ vs. nearby counties

Mercer County, NJ
$6,565/mo
$6,277/mo
$6,777/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, NJ vs. the state and national average

Mercer County, NJ
$6,565/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County vs. other types of senior living

$6,414/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,565/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,863/mo
Studio
$7,383/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,645/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,612/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County over time

Mercer County, NJNJ stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Mercer County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mercer County

Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton

5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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Hamilton Grove Rehabilitation and Healthcare

5.0
Our family couldn't ask for a better place for our Mom to be. The staff at Hamilton Grove has been wonderful !!!! I would recommend Hamilton Grove Healthcare and Rehabilitation to absolutely everyone!

The Chelsea at Marlboro in Morganville, NJ

5.0
Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we ...
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Mercer County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Mercer County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Mercer County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.2%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.2%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
74.2%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.2%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.6%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer County nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Mercer County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mercer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
54.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
48.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Marlboro, Brookdale Westampton and The Pathways at Warrington are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Mercer County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 43 nursing homes facilities near Mercer County, New Jersey. See the full list.

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