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Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

325 Jersey Street, Chestnut Park · Trenton, NJ 08611141 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 46 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (15 vs median 7)

Bottom 25% in NJ · Below recommended RN staffing · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its rehab therapy and compassionate nursing staff, making it a strong candidate for recovery. However, given the conflicting reports regarding cleanliness and personal property, we recommend conducting a thorough tour of the specific room your loved one will occupy and labeling all personal items clearly.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

46 reviews on Google
Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center receives high praise for its attentive nursing staff, effective physical therapy programs, and compassionate leadership team. While many families and residents report a positive, caring environment, there are isolated but serious concerns regarding facility cleanliness and the loss of personal belongings.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food9.0Staff9.0Clean7.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms8.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Attentive and caring nursing staff
  • Effective physical therapy and rehab programs
  • Engaging activities for residents
  • Responsive and professional leadership

Concerns

  • Loss or theft of personal resident belongings (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Cleanliness issues (e.g., pests in elevators, dirty room walls) (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02021(1)4.52022(6)4.62023(17)5.02024(14)4.32025(11)

Distribution · 49 analyzed

5
43
4
2
3
0
2
1
1
3

How They Respond to Reviews

43%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed the facility has a strong reputation for physical therapy; could you walk us through how a typical rehab session is structured for a new resident?
  • 2Given that you have a large community of 141 residents, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure personal belongings are tracked and kept secure?
  • 3We appreciate that your leadership team is active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate that kind of open communication into your daily interactions with families?
  • 4With your 4-star staffing rating, how do you ensure that the nursing team has enough time to focus on the cleanliness and upkeep of individual resident rooms?
  • 5Could you share some examples of the most popular activities currently being offered, and how you help new residents get involved and feel comfortable joining in?
  • 6Regarding your recent health inspection results, what specific steps has the facility taken over the past few months to improve your overall rating and address those operational areas?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My family and I were extremely happy with the care provided to our beloved grandmother. The staff were welcoming, passionate, and treated us like extended family.

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★★

I stayed at Riverside for about 10 days for therapy and had a very positive experience. Staff were helpful and caring and I would highly recommend this facility

Rehab patient · 2024★★★★★

The staff here shows a deep care for each and every resident. They respect the dignity and values of each individual through their care.

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★
Source: 46 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.30hrs
40%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.18hrs
78%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
40%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
50%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility41.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
41.2%
US
15.4%
NJ
12.7%
Mercer
14.8%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.8%
Better than Avg
Here
99.8%
US
93.4%
NJ
93.0%
Mercer
90.3%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.5%
Better than Avg
Here
14.5%
US
19.4%
NJ
15.7%
Mercer
22.9%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
14.0%
US
14.4%
NJ
9.2%
Mercer
11.8%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
11.1%
US
15.3%
NJ
9.1%
Mercer
13.7%
⚠️

Residents who fell and were seriously hurt

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.4%
Better than Avg
Here
0.4%
US
3.2%
NJ
2.3%
Mercer
3.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.2%
Better than Avg
Here
98.2%
US
81.8%
NJ
78.7%
Mercer
70.9%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
14.6%
US
1.6%
NJ
1.2%
Mercer
1.4%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility72.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
72.9%
US
79.7%
NJ
80.1%
Mercer
75.6%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

13deficiencies
Well above state avg (8.5)
3 complaint-triggered

This facility has significant recurring problems across multiple surveys, with families filing complaints that triggered additional inspections for abuse prevention and resident rights violations. The most persistent issues involve fire safety and building systems, medication management, and care planning, with many deficiencies repeating across surveys despite reported corrections. While all violations show correction dates, the pattern of recurring problems in critical safety areas suggests ongoing systemic challenges that warrant careful consideration before placement.

Mar 25, 2025Complaint
2
0607Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Nov 25, 2024Routine
24
0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0223Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0293Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0321Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0741Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0917Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0928Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure equipment listed for use in oxygen-enriched atmospheres are correctly labeled.

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0919Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Sep 11, 2023Routine
20
0131Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

0321Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0531Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

0914Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0658Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0561Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

0636Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

0637Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0868Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Sep 11, 2023Complaint
1
0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Jul 15, 2021Routine
12
0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0836Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

0222Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0345Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0814Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

0641Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Champion Care

Chain Size

21 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.1/5 · Rank 15 of 20

Ownership & Management

Owners

Champion Care LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Fink, Ephraim

Owner (parent company)

Ruvel, Menachem

Owner (parent company)

Weinberg, Yisroel

Owner (parent company)

Key personnel

Crown Bank5% or Greater Mortgage InterestRiverside Realty Nj LLC5% or Greater Mortgage InterestCrown Bank5% or Greater Security InterestSchneider, ChaimManagerSouidi, AnasseManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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