nursing home in Van Buren, ME

Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr

208 State Street, Van Buren, ME 04785 · (207) 868-5211

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★5
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★2
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr at a glance

Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr is a 27-bed for-profit nursing home in Van Buren, Maine (Aroostook County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Maine average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 5.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.3 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 2, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Maine average is 10.8.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 57.4% per year (state average 46.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
27
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
North Country Associates
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1993
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Aroostook County
CMS Certification Number
205090

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 52.5 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility5.32 hrsMaine average4.34 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Maine and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)5.32 hrs4.34 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.34 hrs1.05 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.13 hrs2.83 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.71 hrs3.92 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)57.4%46.7%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)57.1%40.2%42.9%Worse

Inspections

This facility0Maine average11U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Maine and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)0119Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)481.380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Maine average0U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Maine and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$7,386$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds2775107
Average residents per day256586
Occupancy93%88.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.6%Maine average4.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Maine and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)4.6%4.1%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)7.6%4.3%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)23.2%20.2%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.3%2.2%1.6%Worse
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)36.8%24.4%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.5%5.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%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)21.8%17.4%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)30%29.2%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%95.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.9%92.3%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Maine average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Maine and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMaine avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)95.5%74.5%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%72.7%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 2, 2026
Fire safety
Install noncombustible or limited-combustible interior walls.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0163
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 10, 2026
June 2, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 28, 2026
June 2, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 16, 2026
June 2, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 28, 2026
June 2, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 28, 2026
May 14, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2025
May 14, 2025
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2025
May 14, 2025
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 June 25, 2025
May 14, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2025
May 14, 2025
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2025
April 18, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 30, 2024
April 18, 2024
Standard
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 10, 2024
April 18, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 10, 2024
April 18, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 10, 2024
April 18, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 10, 2024
April 18, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 10, 2024
April 18, 2024
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 May 10, 2024

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.

NameRoleShareSince
BELIVEAU, SEVERIN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest12%12/19/2002
JOHN F LUNT MARTIAL TRUST
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest25%05/01/2011
LUNT, JEAN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest25%12/19/2002
ORESTIS, JOHN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest38%12/19/2002
CYR, GLEN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2008
BELIVEAU, SEVERIN
Individual
limited partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/09/2002
LUNT, JEAN
Individual
limited partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/09/2002
ORESTIS, JOHN
Individual
limited partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/09/2002
RICHARDS, MARY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2000
CYR, GLEN
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2008

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Frequently asked questions

What is Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr's rating?

Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr has 5 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 Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Maine average of 10.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr 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 Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr?

It is for profit - individual and part of North Country Associates. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr and how do I contact it?

Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr is at 208 State Street, Van Buren, ME 04785. Phone: (207) 868-5211.

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.