Harbor Hill Center
2 Footbridge Rd · Belfast, ME · 04915 · 2073385307
40 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Genesis Healthcare
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.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.22 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.24 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $12,375 |
Inspection citations (39 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
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.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 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 February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 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 February 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 14, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B January 14, 2026
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B January 14, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 22, 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 August 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 22, 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 July 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E 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 February 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 30, 2025 | Fine | $12,375 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205122 · 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.