Seal Rock Healthcare
88 Harbor Drive · Saco, ME · 04072 · 2072833646
105 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: First Atlantic Healthcare
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 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
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
$75,433 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
62% 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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.31 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.85 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $75,433 |
Inspection citations (29 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 3, 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 May 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 3, 2026
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 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 May 15, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · B April 3, 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 May 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · K April 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 24, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected April 24, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E April 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected April 24, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C August 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2023 · found via complaint
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 14, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 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 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 2022
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 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 October 13, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 2022
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 2022
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected October 13, 2022 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 27, 2022
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Environmental
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No harm found · B July 27, 2022
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B July 27, 2022
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 September 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B July 27, 2022
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected September 10, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 2, 2025 | Fine | $75,433 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205103 · 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.