Safety Report: Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Trenton, New Jersey · Based on official CMS inspection records as of October 1, 2026.

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How to read this report. Every nursing home receives some citations. One citation does not mean a facility is unsafe. Look at how serious the findings were, whether the same problems keep coming back, and whether things are getting better or worse. Learn how inspections work.

Official ratings

OverallNo rating
Health inspectionsNo rating
StaffingNo rating
Quality measuresNo rating
Long-stay qualityNo rating
Short-stay qualityNo rating

Medicare's star ratings compare nursing homes within the same state for health inspections. A 5-star facility performed better than most in its state; a 1-star facility performed worse than most.

Stars are calculated by CMS, not by us. We do not create our own safety score.

Serious documented violations

7Immediate jeopardy citations (severity J–L)
0Actual harm citations (severity G–I)
9Requirements cited on more than one inspection
J
Government finding: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem affected one or a very small number of residents or staff. Inspection of April 17, 2026, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by April 18, 2026.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F689
L
Government finding: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem was facility-wide or affected a large portion of residents. Inspection of February 6, 2026, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by February 7, 2026.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F812
J
Government finding: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem affected one or a very small number of residents or staff. Inspection of December 11, 2025, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by April 9, 2026.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F689
L
Government finding: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem was facility-wide or affected a large portion of residents. Inspection of October 14, 2025, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by October 17, 2025.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F689
J
Government finding: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem affected one or a very small number of residents or staff. Inspection of July 29, 2025, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by October 16, 2025.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F689
K
Government finding: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem affected more than a very small number of residents, or happened repeatedly. Inspection of May 15, 2025, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by June 9, 2025.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F689
J
Government finding: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors rated this “immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.” The problem affected one or a very small number of residents or staff. Inspection of May 15, 2025, during a complaint investigation. Facility reported correction by June 9, 2025.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F657

Citations by topic

3Abuse, neglect & exploitation
3Infection control
2Medications & pharmacy
6Accidents & supervision

Topics use CMS's own deficiency categories; “accidents & supervision” counts tag F689 (free of accident hazards / adequate supervision). Counts cover the last three inspection cycles, including complaint investigations.

Is it getting better or worse?

More citations in the most recent cycle (26) than in the cycle before (13).

Two cycles ago
none serious
Prior cycle
3 serious
Most recent cycle
4 serious

An inspection cycle is roughly one year and includes the standard inspection plus complaint investigations. Counts depend partly on how many complaint investigations occurred, so treat small changes with caution. Red bars include at least one serious citation.

Staffing and rating trends will appear as we collect monthly CMS releases. We have one month so far, so a staffing trend cannot yet be determined.

Repeat findings

These requirements were cited on more than one inspection date in the last three cycles.

RequirementTimes citedInspection dates
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F689)6April 17, 2026; December 11, 2025; October 14, 2025; July 29, 2025; May 15, 2025; May 10, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F812)3February 6, 2026; May 10, 2024; April 14, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F880)2December 11, 2025; May 10, 2024
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. (F838)2December 11, 2025; October 14, 2025
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. (F584)2December 11, 2025; May 15, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F755)2December 11, 2025; April 14, 2022
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. (F610)2December 11, 2025; May 15, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. (F582)2December 11, 2025; April 14, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F657)2May 15, 2025; April 14, 2022

Fines and enforcement

DateTypeAmount / length
April 17, 2026Fine$102,463
December 11, 2025Payment DenialPayment denial for 76 days, starting January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025Fine$170,802
July 29, 2025Fine$334,806

Federal civil money penalties and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials. State-level penalties may not be included.

Complete inspection history

47 citations across 8 inspection dates.

April 17, 2026 — 2 citations (includes serious) · complaint investigation
J
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F689 · complaint · corrected April 18, 2026
D
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · F842 · complaint · corrected April 18, 2026
February 6, 2026 — 4 citations (includes serious) · complaint investigation
L
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Widespread · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · F812 · complaint · corrected February 7, 2026
F
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · F802 · complaint · corrected February 7, 2026
D
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Environmental Deficiencies · F919 · complaint · corrected February 7, 2026
D
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Environmental Deficiencies · F914 · complaint · corrected February 7, 2026
December 11, 2025 — 18 citations (includes serious)
J
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F689 · complaint · corrected April 9, 2026
F
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · F947 · corrected February 2, 2026
F
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Administration Deficiencies · F940 · corrected February 2, 2026
F
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Environmental Deficiencies · F925 · corrected April 9, 2026
F
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Environmental Deficiencies · F908 · complaint · corrected February 16, 2026
F
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Infection Control Deficiencies · F880 · complaint · corrected February 16, 2026
F
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Administration Deficiencies · F865 · corrected February 16, 2026
F
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Administration Deficiencies · F838 · corrected February 2, 2026
F
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · F730 · corrected February 2, 2026
F
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · F725 · complaint · corrected February 2, 2026
F
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.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F584 · complaint · corrected April 9, 2026
F
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F569 · corrected February 2, 2026
F
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F567 · corrected February 2, 2026
E
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F677 · complaint · corrected February 2, 2026
D
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Administration Deficiencies · F949 · complaint · corrected February 2, 2026
D
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · F755 · corrected February 2, 2026
D
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · F610 · corrected February 2, 2026
D
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F582 · corrected February 2, 2026
October 14, 2025 — 2 citations (includes serious) · complaint investigation
L
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Widespread · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F689 · complaint · corrected October 17, 2025
F
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Administration Deficiencies · F838 · complaint · corrected October 17, 2025
July 29, 2025 — 1 citation (includes serious) · complaint investigation
J
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F689 · complaint · corrected October 16, 2025
May 15, 2025 — 8 citations (includes serious) · complaint investigation
K
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Pattern · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F689 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
J
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · F657 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
F
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread · Administration Deficiencies · F835 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
E
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · F610 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
E
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · F609 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
D
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · F658 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
D
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F627 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
D
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.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F584 · complaint · corrected June 9, 2025
May 10, 2024 — 4 citations
E
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern · Infection Control Deficiencies · F880 · corrected June 14, 2024
E
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · F812 · corrected June 14, 2024
D
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · F804 · corrected June 14, 2024
D
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · F689 · corrected June 6, 2024
April 14, 2022 — 8 citations
D
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Infection Control Deficiencies · F888 · corrected May 16, 2022
D
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · F812 · corrected May 16, 2022
D
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · F810 · corrected May 16, 2022
D
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · F755 · corrected May 16, 2022
D
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · F657 · corrected May 16, 2022
D
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · F656 · corrected May 16, 2022
D
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
No actual harm, but potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F578 · corrected May 16, 2022
B
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm · Pattern · Resident Rights Deficiencies · F582 · corrected May 16, 2022

Source: CMS Health Deficiencies dataset (data as of October 1, 2026); full inspection narratives on Medicare Care Compare

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