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BELLE CARE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

439 BELLEVUE AVENUE, TRENTON, NJ 08618
Score: 32 / 100
⚠️ SFF Candidate

With a score of 32/100, Belle Care Nursing And Rehabilitation Center ranks in the bottom tier of New Jersey nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 2.93 total nurse hours per resident per day, Belle Care Nursing And Rehabilitation Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 65 deficiencies at Belle Care Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, including 6 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.93 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.29 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.94 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.70 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.42 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.19 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

65
Total Deficiencies
Jan 4, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 59 Moderate 🔴 6 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jan 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity E
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity J
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jun 25, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0557 Severity J
    Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
    Jun 25, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 21.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.4% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 3.5% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $27,571

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 32 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
106
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 25, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
35