I was truly impressed during my first visit to the facility. The bedrooms and rehab area were clean, spacious, comfortable, and functional. Thank you for providing such a well-maintained environment.
1201 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, NJ 08628, Mercer County
Preferred Care at Mercer is a 100-bed licensed nursing facility located on Parkway Avenue in Ewing, New Jersey. The center serves seniors across Mercer County and the nearby Philadelphia metro area. It provides subacute rehabilitation for those recovering from surgery or illness, as well as ongoing skilled care for long-term residents.
Daily life centers around regaining physical strength and maintaining personal routines. Therapists and nursing staff assist residents with daily living activities like dressing, bathing, and mobility. A dedicated recreation program is also in place to keep residents engaged throughout their stay.
Clinical support is available 24 hours a day to handle complex medical needs. Specialized tracks focus on cardiac recovery, pulmonary conditions, and intensive orthopedic therapy. The clinical team also delivers focused treatments including IV therapy, advanced wound care, tracheostomy support, and pain management.
The setting suits individuals who need short-term rehabilitation before returning home, as well as those seeking permanent skilled nursing or short respite stays. Families can also arrange for hospice support when end-of-life care is needed. Everything takes place under physician oversight within a structured clinical environment.
What care costs in this area.
$12,775 a month
That is the New Jersey median for a semi-private nursing home room, not this community's price. This community's actual rate depends on room type and care level. Ask us for this month's real numbers.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Overall
4 out of 5
Health inspections
3 out of 5
Quality measures
5 out of 5
Staffing
2 out of 5
From Medicare Care Compare, updated 8/1/2026.
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
I was truly impressed during my first visit to the facility. The bedrooms and rehab area were clean, spacious, comfortable, and functional. Thank you for providing such a well-maintained environment.
I am a resident here and I'm so impressed by how clean the building is and how kind nursing therapy and activities members are. They truly go above and beyond to make sure I am comfortable during y stay. Thank you to the whole team
This is the second relative that has been placed here. You would think after the first one you wouldn't place another family member there. Very unwelcoming atmosphere. They have a lovely looking dinning room. This room is not used by the majority of the patients.They eat out in the hall next to the nurses station.The food is disgusting. I wouldn't serve it to a dog it's that bad. The smell is the worst , I have to limit my visit there. It is that bad . I understand that the intercom to call a nurse isn't working this weekend and will not be fixed until Monday. Apparently, they don't have anyone to fix it. What if a patient needs help??? I guess they will need to wait until Monday. If you call the social worker or administrator and they are supposed to call you back. Don't hold your breath waiting for them to call. Because they don't. I think it's all about the profit here they don't seem to care about the patient or these issues would be addressed.
My experience was so uplifting at preferred care. The staff was nice for the most part, Most importantly the recreation staff was absolutely amazing. Everything that I needed help with , they got it done with no problem. I feel rehabilitated as much as I can be right now. I feel like they helped me take the next step to getting around in my own home, with no problems. The food here was good and always on time. Only thing that I had a problem with is when they told me I was leaving.
My mother has been in this facility. The nurses are very nice and have good bedside. She doesnt like the food and mentioned that its a bit unprofessional. She said the employees yell to each other, talk on their cell phones, and its very different than St Lawrence Rehab. You want your loved ones to feel comfort during challenging times- i was suprised at the freedback. 12/9/2023 Walked in to see mom- nurse at the sub acute station on a speakerphone cursing someone out. Loudly!! Walked by moms room- CNA never even looked up from her phone. The cleaning lady on weekends is so nice, she did an excellent job! The photos of the pantry are disgusting. Food trays were there for HOURS!
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1201 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, NJ 08628
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 11/9/2026.
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
The center offers subacute rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, respite stays, and hospice care. Clinical specialties include cardiac recovery, pulmonary treatments, and orthopedic therapy.
Yes, nurses are on duty 24 hours a day. The staff assists with daily activities and manages clinical needs like IV therapy, wound care, pain management, and tracheostomy care.
Preferred Care at Mercer accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private payment options for resident care.
Yes, the community offers short-term respite care to support individuals and give family caregivers a temporary break. Respite stays include 24-hour nursing supervision and assistance with daily tasks.
