Brentwood Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC
370 Portland Street · Yarmouth, ME · 04096 · 2078469021
78 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: National Health Care Associates
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
65% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.00 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.73 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.55 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 65% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
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 April 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
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 April 8, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 8, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2024
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 January 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2024
Implement 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.
Corrected January 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205079 · certified since August 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.