nursing home in Portland, ME
Seaside Healthcare LLC
850 Baxter Boulevard, Portland, ME 04103 · (207) 774-7878
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Seaside Healthcare LLC at a glance
Seaside Healthcare LLC is a 147-bed for-profit nursing home in Portland, Maine (Cumberland County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Maine average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 18, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Maine average is 10.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.9% per year (state average 46.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 147
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- First Atlantic Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cumberland County
- CMS Certification Number
- 205074
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.34 hrs | 4.34 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.76 hrs | 1.05 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.05 hrs | 2.83 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.94 hrs | 3.92 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.9% | 46.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 40.2% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 35 | 81.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $7,386 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 147 | 75 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 130 | 65 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.2% | 88.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.7% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.2% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23% | 20.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.8% | 24.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 30.8% | 25.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3% | 11.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.3% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.4% | 29.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.8% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 92.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 56.2% | 74.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 52.3% | 72.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2026 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0751 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| October 3, 2023 Complaint | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 8, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 8, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 8, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
| March 19, 2021 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FARADAY HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 67% | 06/26/2019 |
| KWB HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 33% | 06/26/2019 |
| BOWDEN, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2019 |
| COFFIN, CRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2019 |
| FARADAY HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2019 |
| FIRST ATLANTIC HEALTHCARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2025 |
| KWB HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2019 |
| MCGUIRE, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/16/2021 |
| OTIS-HIGGINS, ANDREA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/11/2015 |
| PELKEY, WANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| ROBERTS, AMANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2024 |
| PELKEY, WANDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| FIRST ATLANTIC HEALTHCARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/1997 |
| MCGUIRE, ELIZABETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/16/2021 |
| OTIS-HIGGINS, ANDREA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/11/2015 |
| PELKEY, WANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| ROBERTS, AMANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
Other nursing homes near Seaside Healthcare LLC
- ★★★★★4Above average
Fallbrook Commons
91 Merrymeeting Dr, Portland, ME 04103 · 1.8 mi
Non-profit · 102 beds · Part of North Country Associates
★★★★★3Average- ★★★★★4Above average
Pinnacle Health & Rehab at South Portland
42 Anthoine St, So Portland, ME 04106 · 3.3 mi
For-profit · 73 beds
★★★★★3AverageSedgewood Commons
22 Northbrook Dr, Falmouth, ME 04105 · 4.4 mi
For-profit · 91 beds · Part of Genesis Healthcare
★★★★★3AverageSpringbrook Center
300 Spring St, Westbrook, ME 04092 · 4.9 mi
For-profit · 123 beds · Part of Genesis Healthcare
★★★★★2Below average
Frequently asked questions
What is Seaside Healthcare LLC's rating?
Seaside Healthcare LLC has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Maine nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Seaside Healthcare LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Maine average of 10.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Seaside Healthcare LLC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Seaside Healthcare LLC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of First Atlantic Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Seaside Healthcare LLC and how do I contact it?
Seaside Healthcare LLC is at 850 Baxter Boulevard, Portland, ME 04103. Phone: (207) 774-7878.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.