Oxford County, Maine · Nursing home
Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton
2 of 5 overall from CMS
26 Pleasant St, Canton, ME 04221
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.14 hours Below the state average of 4.34
- Nursing staff who left in a year 56.7% Above the state average of 46.7%
- Health citations in 3 years 31 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 81.3% of 47 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.
Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton is a 47-bed nursing home in Canton, Maine (Oxford County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 4.14 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Maine average of 4.34. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 47
- Residents per day (average)
- 38.2
- Certified since
- 1993 (33 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
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 Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton
Chosen from this home's public data.
- The latest standard inspection (Nov 19, 2025) cited 12 health deficiencies; the Maine average is 11.0. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 56.7%, above the Maine average of 46.7%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 3.64 hours per resident on weekends against 4.14 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 Maine average 3.1
- Health inspections 2 of 5 Maine average 2.9
- Staffing 4 of 5 Maine average 4.1
- Quality measures 2 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 4.14 h Maine average 4.34
- Nurse aides 2.80 h Maine average 2.83
- Licensed practical nurses 0.30 h Maine average 0.45
- Registered nurses 1.03 h Maine average 1.05
- All staff, weekends 3.64 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 turnover56.7%
- Maine average46.7%
- Registered nurse turnover12.5%
- Maine average40.2%
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 31 health deficiencies in the past three years. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy. 6 followed a complaint investigation.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 19, 2025 | 12 | 11 |
| Jul 31, 2024 | 13 | 17 |
| May 10, 2023 | 6 | 11 |
Maine homes averaged 11.0 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (31)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2025)
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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.
Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 30, 2026)
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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 24, 2025)
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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 (Dec 24, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2025)
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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 (Dec 24, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 30, 2026)
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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 (Dec 24, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Complaint inspection · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint inspection · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2025)
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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 (Dec 24, 2025)
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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 (Jan 30, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 16, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 7, 2024)
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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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 7, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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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 (Sep 7, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 7, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 20, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint inspection · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 20, 2024)
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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 (Jun 24, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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 (May 26, 2023)
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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 (May 26, 2023)
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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
- Size59 of 78 by certified beds
- Maine average residents per day65.2
- ChainNone listed
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Oxford County5
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton?
Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 2.
How many beds does Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton have?
Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton has 47 certified beds. It averages 38.2 residents per day, about 81.3% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton?
The home reports 4.14 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 1.03 hours from registered nurses. The Maine average is 4.34 hours and 1.05 hours from registered nurses.
Has Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Pinnacle Health & Rehab Canton 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
- 3 of 5 Rumford Community Home 32beds 92.5%in use 4.05nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Sandy River Center 82beds 93.7%in use 3.44nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Maine Veterans Home - So Paris 62beds 90.2%in use 5.22nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Oxford 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 205101. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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