Horizons Living and Rehab Center
29 Maurice Drive · Brunswick, ME · 04011 · 2077257495
65 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.81 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.98 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.94 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · C August 28, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 11, 2022
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.
Corrected July 6, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 11, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 6, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 11, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 6, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 11, 2022
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.
Corrected July 6, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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No harm found · B May 11, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 6, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B May 11, 2022
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected July 6, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2019
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected November 26, 2019 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B October 24, 2019
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected November 26, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · B October 24, 2019
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected November 26, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205085 · certified since January 1, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.