SERENITY HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE ROAD
TRENTON, NJ 08690 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 23, 2012
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 51 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
233
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what SERENITY HOSPICE CARE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SERENITY HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
6.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 5th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
781
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day6.9 min
Ranks better than about 5% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends3.1%
Ranks better than about 4% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life76%
Ranks better than about 11% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits87.4%
Ranks better than about 7% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care15.8%
Ranks better than about 7% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months27.8%
Ranks better than about 74% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care11.4%
Ranks better than about 29% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice4%
Ranks better than about 16% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)89th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$17,731 · 49th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 28.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.9%
- Visits in the last days of life28.6%
- All care steps completed97.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia39%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support at Home in Bordentown
Serenity Hospice Care offers comfort-focused services to families in Bordentown, New Jersey. They operate out of their office on Georgetown Road in Burlington County. The team works to manage pain and improve quality of life for those facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a hospice partner is a deeply personal journey for any family. That is why having local options matters so much. This provider has been serving the community since early 2012. Their staff focuses on the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every patient. It is about more than just medicine. It is about making every day count. If you live in the Burlington area, this is one of the providers available to help your loved ones find peace and dignity during a difficult season of life.
About Serenity Hospice Care
Serenity Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice provider. They earned their Medicare certification on February 23, 2012. This means they meet federal rules for safety and care standards. Being a for-profit provider, they operate with a specific business model. Some families prefer this, while others look for non-profit options. The important part is how they treat your loved one today. Think about what your family values most in a care partner. Do you need extra volunteers? Are you looking for specific grief support? You should ask how they handle these needs. Medicare requires them to provide a full team. This includes nurses, aides, and social workers. Make sure you feel comfortable with their specific approach to care. After all, you are inviting them into your home during a very vulnerable time.
Quality Overview
Understanding Hospice Care in Bordentown
Hospice is a special kind of care for people who are near the end of life. It does not mean giving up. It means choosing comfort over aggressive treatments that may not help. In Burlington County, families have several choices for this type of support. The goal is simple. It is to keep your loved one at home whenever possible. The hospice team brings the hospital to you. They provide beds, equipment, and medicine right at the bedside. This helps keep everyone together in a familiar space. That is a big deal when things get hard. Most people do not realize that hospice care includes support for the whole family, not just the patient. They offer help with chores, emotional support, and even guidance for siblings or grandkids. It is about wrapping the whole family in a blanket of care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should never feel rushed when picking a provider. Take your time to get the right answers. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You want to know someone is always available. Second, ask how they handle pain management. Every person is different, and their plan should be too. Third, ask about their volunteer program. Volunteers can offer a break to tired caregivers, which is so important. Finally, ask how they communicate with your family doctor. You want a team that works together. If they cannot answer these questions clearly, keep looking. Trust your gut feeling. The right team will make you feel heard, respected, and supported from day one. Do not settle for anything less than that for your family.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Your loved one has a lifetime of wisdom and memories. Capture their voice and life lessons before they fade. It is a gift that your family will treasure for generations to come.
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