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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Sandy River Center

119 Livermore Falls Road · Farmington, ME 04938 · 82 certified beds

2077786591

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About Sandy River Center

Sandy River Center is a nursing home in Farmington, Maine, in Franklin County. Its reported capacity is 82 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Genesis Healthcare. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 47 citations, the newest dated 25 November 2025. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.44 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

34

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

34

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

32

Inspection history (47)

Records from October 2022 to November 2025.

  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · B

    Citation F0730

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · B

    Citation F0732

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · E

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • September 18, 2025 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-18 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-18.GOV
  • July 30, 2025 · J

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-30 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-30.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0757

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0645

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0868

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV
  • August 8, 2024 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-08.GOV

Penalties (1)

Total fines on file: $14,069

  • July 30, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-134427

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,069 against this nursing home on 2025-07-30 (Fine ID: 134427). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-30.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.44 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.48 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.48 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.44 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.44 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.44 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Genesis Healthcare

Chain ID 237 · 184 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.4
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.3
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.5
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 3.5

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Genesis Healthcare of Maine LLC

    parent · PAC 3577710359

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

    This listing first appeared in the government file we read. That is usually when it entered the file, not the day it opened.

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

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Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical ME range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · ME$13,976/mo
See full ME cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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