My brother and I had visited Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton and we were both very impressed. We are looking for a long term facility for our mom and this facility has everything that we are looking for. They have a very caring and thoughtful staff. Elisabeth gave us the tour and answered whatever questions that we had. We very much appreciated that she took time from her busy day to show us around and answer our questions especially since we showed up without prior notice. We very much hope that our mom will become a member of this wonderful community.
Nursing home
Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton
5000 Windrow Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540, Mercer County
Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton is a licensed long-term care facility located at 5000 Windrow Drive in Princeton, Mercer County. The building provides skilled clinical care across 180 licensed long-term care beds. It offers an organized residential setting built for people who require routine medical supervision and help throughout the day.
Living spaces are arranged to support individuals who cannot safely live on their own or who need continuous clinical assistance. The community balances daily routines around nursing oversight, personal care routines, and meals. Daily life is centered on physical health, stability, and ongoing support from bedside staff.
Care at this location centers on traditional skilled nursing and post-acute services. It serves seniors coming directly from area hospitals such as Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, as well as individuals planning for permanent nursing home placement. Families looking across Mercer County can find resources through the Mercer County Office on Aging to evaluate long-term options alongside this location.
The property sits right in Princeton, giving families straightforward access from nearby Route 1 and local neighborhood roads. It works well for older adults who need higher levels of care than assisted living communities can offer. Residents benefit from being close to local doctors and specialist networks throughout the Princeton corridor.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What nursing home 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.
Medicare ratings
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.
Staffing
- Nurse time per resident, per day
- 3.5 hours
- NJ average 3.9 hours
- Registered nurse time per resident, per day
- 0.5 hours
- NJ average 0.7 hours
- Nurse time per resident on weekends
- 3.1 hours
- Nursing staff turnover (per year)
- 53%
- NJ average 39%
- Registered nurse turnover (per year)
- 59%
- Administrators who left in the past year
- 0
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
Care services provided
Nursing home
- Long-term care
- Skilled nursing care
- Post-acute care
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Reviews
Reviews on Google
4.2136 reviews on Google
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Care and Compassion – Highly Recommend! My mom recently stayed at Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton for rehabilitation, and I cannot say enough good things about this facility. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed by the warm, professional staff who truly treat every resident like family. The care team was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to support her recovery. The physical and occupational therapists were fantastic — they created a personalized plan that helped her make steady, meaningful progress every single day. The nurses and aides were always responsive, kind, and respectful, which gave us tremendous peace of mind. The facility itself is beautiful, clean, and well-maintained with a peaceful, comforting environment that feels more like a welcoming home than a medical center. The food was surprisingly good, and the activities and common areas helped keep her spirits high. We are so grateful for the excellent care my mom received here. Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton exceeded our expectations in every way. If your loved one needs short-term rehab or long-term care, this is the place to choose. Thank you to the entire team for your dedication and compassion! 🙏
I dropped my mother off there this past Friday. She has now been there for 4 days. Today was the 1st day they have done any kind of therapy for her. This past Sunday I went to visit my mother I was told that she was not even registered on the list and I physically dropped her off there myself on Friday. On another note she has declined and in more pain then she was when she got there. Then she is only allowed to shower 2 times a week there is 7 days in a week that is unsanitary and nasty not to be able to shower. Then I received a call yesterday from the this place we set up a time for the nurse to go to my mother's room so that we can discuss what's going on with her. I took a late lunch so that I can be ready for this phone call.. I received no call nothing. I will be there to REMOVE her from this place.. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE FOR ANYONE
Our family was very pleased with the care that Dad received from Carnegie Post Acute Rehab in Princeton. He was on the first floor and the staff was friendly, helpful and compassionate. They provided excellent rehab therapy while he was recovering from a fractured hip and a fractured wrist. We would wholeheartedly recommend this facility.
Making the extremely difficult decision to transition my dearest mom from caring for her at home to moving her to a facility for Respite Care was not at all an easy one. My family and I together, explored so many options, visited many and did all the due diligence. Not convinced by any, we finally visited Carnegie Post Acute Care, which came highly recommended by one of my husband's clients. After being by her side and taking care of her my expectations for her respite care were extremely high. After she had been there for 4 1/2 months, I can confidently say that we made the best choice by choosing Carnegie Post Acute Care in Princeton. From taking us on a tour of the facility to coming home to meet my mom in-person, Michael Taylor, External Liaison Officer was so helpful and kind and gave us all the information needed to navigate through the preliminary steps in the decision making process. Next it was Ellen Schaefer, Director of Admission & Marketing, who took care of all the patient onboarding proceedings efficiently and was so kind in accommodating all our requests until the end to ensure my mom was comfortable in her new place. Ellen has gone above and beyond in making sure all our expectations were met and for that, we're so grateful. Now coming to my mom's care team, Mr. Abdul Samura and Mrs. Nazia Sultana have lead their team of nurses and aides so efficiently until her last day on earth. My mom was so lovingly cared for by a wonderful TEAM, who were like angels on earth till her last breath. Ishwary Mahenthiran 🙏🏾.
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Location
5000 Windrow Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540
License
- License number
- 62202
- NPI
- 1679288526 NPI Registry
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 06/30/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 180 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 11/9/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- CARNEGIE POST ACUTE CARE AT PRINCETON LLC
Frequently asked questions
What type of care does this facility provide?+
This community is a licensed long-term care facility offering nursing home and post-acute services. It provides round-the-clock nursing care and daily clinical support for its residents.
Does the community accept Medicaid and Medicare?+
Yes, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Families can discuss specific coverage terms and eligibility directly during the admission process.
What is the Google rating for Carnegie Post Acute Care?+
The community holds a 4.2-star rating based on 130 Google reviews. Families often review these ratings when comparing skilled nursing options across Mercer County.
Who is this community best suited for?+
It is suited for individuals needing hands-on skilled nursing, post-acute clinical attention, or long-term care bed placement. It serves those whose medical needs exceed what standard assisted living communities provide.
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