Aroostook County, Maine · Nursing home
Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center
3 of 5 overall from CMS
10 Bernadette St, Caribou, ME 04736
At a glance
- Overall rating 3 of 5 Below the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.67 hours Above the state average of 4.34
- Nursing staff who left in a year Not reported
- Health citations in 3 years 23 1 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 88.3% of 72 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.
Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center is a 72-bed nursing home in Caribou, Maine (Aroostook County). CMS rates it 3 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 4.67 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
- 72
- Residents per day (average)
- 63.6
- Certified since
- 1993 (33 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company 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 Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center
Chosen from this home's public data.
- Reported nurse staffing is 3.98 hours per resident on weekends against 4.67 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.67 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 3 of 5 Maine average 3.1
- Health inspections 3 of 5 Maine average 2.9
- Staffing 3 of 5 Maine average 4.1
- Quality measures 4 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 4.67 h Maine average 4.34
- Nurse aides 3.48 h Maine average 2.83
- Licensed practical nurses 0.52 h Maine average 0.45
- Registered nurses 0.67 h Maine average 1.05
- All staff, weekends 3.98 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 turnoverNot reported
- Maine average46.7%
- Registered nurse turnoverNot reported
- Maine average40.2%
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 23 health deficiencies in the past three years. Of these, 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 3 followed a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Nov 5, 2025: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 2025 | 10 | 4 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | 6 | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2023 | 7 | 6 |
Maine homes averaged 11.0 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (23)
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HActual harm, pattern
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Past Non-Compliance
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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 (Aug 15, 2025)
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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 (Jul 24, 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 (Aug 15, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 15, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 15, 2025)
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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 (Aug 15, 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 (Aug 15, 2025)
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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 (Aug 15, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 15, 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.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 20, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 10, 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 (Aug 10, 2024)
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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 (Aug 10, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 10, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 10, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Past Non-Compliance (Apr 24, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 11, 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 (Jun 11, 2023)
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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 (Jun 11, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 11, 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 (Jun 11, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 11, 2023)
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
- Size39 of 78 by certified beds
- Maine average residents per day65.2
- ChainNone listed
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Aroostook County7
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center?
Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center has an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 3, staffing is 3 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center have?
Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center has 72 certified beds. It averages 63.6 residents per day, about 88.3% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center?
The home reports 4.67 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.67 hours from registered nurses. The Maine average is 4.34 hours and 1.05 hours from registered nurses.
Has Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Caribou Rehab and Nursing Center 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 Maine Veterans Home - Caribou 40beds 90.8%in use 5.13nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr 27beds 93.0%in use 5.32nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Aroostook Health Center 66beds 72.6%in use 4.95nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Aroostook 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 205117. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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