nursing home in Belfast, ME
Harbor Hill Center
2 Footbridge Rd, Belfast, ME 04915 · (207) 338-5307
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Harbor Hill Center at a glance
Harbor Hill Center is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Belfast, Maine (Waldo County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Maine average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 14, 2026) found 17 health citations. The Maine average is 10.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,044.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.7% per year (state average 46.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Genesis Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Waldo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 205122
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.57 hrs | 4.34 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.55 hrs | 1.05 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.33 hrs | 2.83 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.04 hrs | 3.92 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.7% | 46.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 40.2% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 17 | 11 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 102 | 81.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,044 | $7,386 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 75 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 65 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93% | 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) | 9.5% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.6% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.4% | 20.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2% | 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) | 35.5% | 24.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 17.3% | 11.6% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 14.3% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.8% | 29.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.6% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.4% | 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) | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 71.6% | 74.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.1% | 72.7% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 39 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 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 February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| December 30, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2026 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 21, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 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 January 14, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 14, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 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 February 25, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 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 January 14, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 14, 2025 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0754 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,044 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 30, 2025 | Fine | $8,044 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE OF MAINE LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/02/2012 |
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GHC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 08/01/2008 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 03/01/2015 |
| CARLSON, DENNIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| YNTEMA, LAURIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2021 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2012 |
| BRIDGEFORD, LAURA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MENDELSON, AVI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| CARLSON, DENNIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| YNTEMA, LAURIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Harbor Hill Center's rating?
Harbor Hill Center has 3 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 Harbor Hill Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a Maine average of 10.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Harbor Hill Center 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 Harbor Hill Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Genesis Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Harbor Hill Center and how do I contact it?
Harbor Hill Center is at 2 Footbridge Rd, Belfast, ME 04915. Phone: (207) 338-5307.
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.