nursing home in Scarborough, ME
Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough
290 US Rt 1, Scarborough, ME 04074 · (207) 883-7184
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- 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
Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough at a glance
Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Scarborough, Maine (Cumberland 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 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 20, 2024) found 3 health citations. The Maine average is 10.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.4% per year (state average 46.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Maine Veterans' Home
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Cumberland County
- CMS Certification Number
- 205127
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.84 hrs | 4.34 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.49 hrs | 1.05 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.93 hrs | 2.83 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.20 hrs | 3.92 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 46.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36% | 40.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 3 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 15 | 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 | 120 | 75 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 112 | 65 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.3% | 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) | 7.5% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.2% | 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) | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 30.4% | 24.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22% | 25.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.1% | 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) | 16.1% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.3% | 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) | 100% | 92.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Maine avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 74.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.2% | 72.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 19, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 4, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 3, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 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 December 5, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 31, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 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 October 1, 2023 |
| August 31, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Standard | 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| December 8, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 18, 2022 |
| December 8, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 18, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAMRA, RITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2025 |
| NUTTING, PATTY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/24/2025 |
| ARMSTRONG, ANGELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| BRAWN, CHRISTINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| BURR, HEATHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/18/2021 |
| COLLINS, SAMUEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| GARDNER, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| GENEST, EMIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2020 |
| JACKSON, DIANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/09/2022 |
| LAGACE, DONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/13/2020 |
| MILLER, BRIDGET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| POOLER, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| RICHMOND, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2018 |
| SANPEDRO, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| SCHWETZ, JULIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/18/2021 |
| BROOKS, KEVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| GAGNON, REBECCA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2022 |
| KLAWITTER, BRAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2024 |
| KAMRA, RITA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/2016 |
| MAINE VETERANS' HOME Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2009 |
| MEADER, MELANIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2023 |
| NUTTING, PATTY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2024 |
| WELCH, KATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2014 |
| ARMSTRONG, ANGELA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| BRAWN, CHRISTINE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| BURR, HEATHER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/18/2021 |
| COLLINS, SAMUEL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| GARDNER, CHRISTOPHER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| GENEST, EMIL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2020 |
| JACKSON, DIANE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/09/2022 |
| LAGACE, DONALD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/13/2020 |
| MILLER, BRIDGET Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| POOLER, MICHAEL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2024 |
| RICHMOND, DAVID Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2018 |
| SANPEDRO, STEVEN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| SCHWETZ, JULIE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/18/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough's rating?
Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough 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 Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Maine average of 10.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough 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 Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Maine Veterans' Home. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough and how do I contact it?
Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough is at 290 US Rt 1, Scarborough, ME 04074. Phone: (207) 883-7184.
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.