Map showing the location of Sandy River Center in Farmington, Maine
119 Livermore Falls Road, Farmington, ME, 04938

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • MaineAbove only 14% of peers77 rated homes · average 3.0★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.8 vs ME avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★−0.9 vs ME avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star4★+1.1 vs ME avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 17% of peersME avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover3★Above only 8% of peersME avg3.9★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments4★Above 75% of peersME avg2.9★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.26hrsLowest tier among peersME avg4.35Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.80hrsAbove only 24% of peersME avg1.05Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better44%Above 64% of peersME avg49%RN turnover41%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$14,069Above only 17% of peersME avg$9,948Fines · denials1 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
47citations
9inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Nov 25, 2025most recent

Citations by monthOct 2022 – Nov 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Nov 25, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2026
  2. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2026
Sep 18, 20257 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesB · patternCorrected Oct 20, 2025
  2. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Oct 20, 2025
  3. F584Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Oct 20, 2025
  4. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2025
  5. F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Nursing and Physician ServicesB · patternCorrected Oct 20, 2025
  6. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2025
  7. F657Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Oct 20, 2025
Jul 30, 20251 citationCycle 1worst J · immediate jeopardy$14,069
  1. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrection pending
Aug 8, 202416 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  2. Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  3. Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  4. F578Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  5. F584Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  6. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  7. F656Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  8. F657Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  9. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  10. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  11. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  12. F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  13. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  14. F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministrationE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  15. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Sep 9, 2024
  16. F761Ensure 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 ServiceE · patternCorrected Sep 9, 2024
Apr 29, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jun 7, 2024
  2. F584Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Jun 7, 2024
Oct 3, 20233 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 15, 2023
  2. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Nov 15, 2023
  3. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 15, 2023
Sep 12, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Oct 6, 2023
Jul 20, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2023
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2023
Oct 28, 202213 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  2. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  3. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  4. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  5. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  6. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesB · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  7. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  8. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  9. F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministrationB · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  10. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  11. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  12. F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2022
  13. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.26hrsLowest tier among peers−1.09 vs ME avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.80hrsAbove only 24% of peers−0.25 vs ME avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.48hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.98hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.99hrs
  • Maine average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better44%Above 64% of peersME avg 49%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only41%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy82 certified beds · ~75 residents a day92%Above 60% of peersME avg 88%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $14,069In fines
  • 1Fine
  • 0Payment denials
  • $9,948ME avg in fines
Above only 17% of peersFewer fines than 17% of rated homes in Maine

Actions on record

  1. Jul 30, 2025Civil money penalty$14,069

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Genesis Healthcare195 facilities in the chain2.4★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Rural
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Genesis Healthcare of Maine LLC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLC
  • Gen Operations I LLC
  • Gen Operations II LLC
  • Genesis Healthcare INC
  • Genesis Healthcare LLC
  • Genesis Holdings LLC
  • Ghc Holdings LLC
  • Hccf Management Group Xi LLC
  • +6 more
Operational or managerial control
  • Diane Morris
  • Avery Osella
  • Joanne Shaw
Corporate officers
  • Michael Berg
  • Laura Bridgeford
  • Avi Mendelson

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 205069 · 119 Livermore Falls Road, Farmington, ME, 04938.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Maine and Franklin County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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