River Ridge Center
3 Brazier Lane · Kennebunk, ME · 04043 · 2079853030
62 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Genesis Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- 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
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.02 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.41 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.59 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 59% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $15,334 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · K July 28, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2025
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 August 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 28, 2025
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2025 · found via complaint
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 August 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 28, 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 June 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 17, 2022
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 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 September 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 17, 2022
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 17, 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 September 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 17, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Environmental
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No harm found · B August 17, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 27, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2020
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 21, 2020 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2025 | Fine | $15,334 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205065 · certified since February 4, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.