Windward Gardens
105 Mechanic Street · Camden, ME · 04843 · 2072364197
73 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Genesis Healthcare
Why this verdict
- On the federal Special Focus list of the most persistently poor performers.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility
CMS has designated this facility one of the most persistently poor performers in the country — it is under increased inspection and enforcement.
78% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: not rated Inspections: not rated Staffing: not rated Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.71 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.05 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.40 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 78% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (82 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026 · 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 April 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 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 30, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
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 14, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 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 January 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 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 January 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025 · 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 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 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 January 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 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 January 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 17, 2025
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 July 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected May 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 17, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected May 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205180 · certified since April 23, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.