Cumberland County, Maine · Nursing home
Seaside Healthcare LLC
4 of 5 overall from CMS
850 Baxter Boulevard, Portland, ME 04103
At a glance
- Overall rating 4 of 5 Above the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.34 hours Above the state average of 4.34
- Nursing staff who left in a year 46.9% Above the state average of 46.7%
- Health citations in 3 years 22 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 88.2% of 147 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Seaside Healthcare LLC is a 147-bed nursing home in Portland, Maine (Cumberland County). CMS rates it 4 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 4.34 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Maine average of 4.34. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 147
- Residents per day (average)
- 129.7
- Certified since
- 1992 (34 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of First Atlantic Healthcare (10 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Questions to ask Seaside Healthcare LLC
Chosen from this home's public data.
- Nursing staff turnover is 46.9%, above the Maine average of 46.7%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.76 hours per resident per day; the Maine average is 1.05. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
- What is the daily private-pay rate, and are Medicaid beds available now?CMS does not publish prices
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 4 of 5 Maine average 3.1
- Health inspections 4 of 5 Maine average 2.9
- Staffing 4 of 5 Maine average 4.1
- Quality measures 3 of 5 Maine average 2.8
The vertical line marks the Maine average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.34 h Maine average 4.34
- Nurse aides 3.05 h Maine average 2.83
- Licensed practical nurses 0.53 h Maine average 0.45
- Registered nurses 0.76 h Maine average 1.05
- All staff, weekends 3.94 h Maine average 3.92
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 7 hours. The vertical line marks the Maine average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover46.9%
- Maine average46.7%
- Registered nurse turnover41.7%
- Maine average40.2%
- Administrators who left0
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 22 health deficiencies in the past three years. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy. 3 followed a complaint investigation.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | 6 | 7 |
| Jan 13, 2023 | 7 | 4 |
| Mar 19, 2021 | 9 | 0 |
Maine homes averaged 11.0 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (22)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Past Non-Compliance (Mar 4, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 23, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 23, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 23, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 23, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 23, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Complaint inspection · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 10, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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BPotential for minimal harm, pattern
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 24, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 22, 2021)
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
Maine homes averaged 0.4 fines and $7,431 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $31,093.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Maine
- Size3 of 78 by certified beds
- Maine average residents per day65.2
- ChainFirst Atlantic Healthcare
- Chain average overall rating3.4 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Cumberland County17
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Seaside Healthcare LLC?
Seaside Healthcare LLC has an overall rating of 4 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 4, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 3.
How many beds does Seaside Healthcare LLC have?
Seaside Healthcare LLC has 147 certified beds. It averages 129.7 residents per day, about 88.2% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Seaside Healthcare LLC?
The home reports 4.34 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.76 hours from registered nurses. The Maine average is 4.34 hours and 1.05 hours from registered nurses.
Has Seaside Healthcare LLC been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Seaside Healthcare LLC accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Nearest nursing homes
- 4 of 5 Cedars Nursing Care Center 102beds 76.0%in use 4.89nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Fallbrook Commons 102beds 95.1%in use 4.70nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Barron Center 219beds 50.0%in use 5.30nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Cumberland County
Who to call in Maine
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Maine.
- Long-term care ombudsman Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 1-800-499-0229 A free advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Division of Licensing and Certification 1-800-383-2441 The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Maine staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Aug 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 205074. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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