Kennebec County, Maine · Nursing home
Maine Veterans Home - Augusta
5 of 5 overall from CMS
35 Heroes Way, Augusta, ME 04330
At a glance
- Overall rating 5 of 5 Above the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 6.62 hours Above the state average of 4.34
- Nursing staff who left in a year 32.5% Below the state average of 46.7%
- Health citations in 3 years 12 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 96.3% of 108 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.
Maine Veterans Home - Augusta is a 108-bed nursing home in Augusta, Maine (Kennebec County). CMS rates it 5 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 6.62 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
- 108
- Residents per day (average)
- 104.0
- Certified since
- 1993 (33 yrs)
Non profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Maine Veterans' Home (5 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 Maine Veterans Home - Augusta
Chosen from this home's public data.
- Reported nurse staffing is 5.95 hours per resident on weekends against 6.62 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- About 96.3% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Is there a waiting list, and how long is it?Certified beds and average residents 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 5 of 5 Maine average 3.1
- Health inspections 4 of 5 Maine average 2.9
- Staffing 5 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 6.62 h Maine average 4.34
- Nurse aides 4.57 h Maine average 2.83
- Licensed practical nurses 0.29 h Maine average 0.45
- Registered nurses 1.76 h Maine average 1.05
- All staff, weekends 5.95 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 turnover32.5%
- Maine average46.7%
- Registered nurse turnover20.5%
- Maine average40.2%
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 12 health deficiencies in the past three years. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | 6 | 6 |
| Oct 23, 2024 | 4 | 4 |
| Jan 26, 2023 | 2 | 5 |
Maine homes averaged 11.0 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (12)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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 (Dec 19, 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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 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 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 19, 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 19, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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 (Jan 7, 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 (Jan 7, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 7, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 (Jan 7, 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 (Mar 3, 2023)
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BPotential for minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 2, 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
- Size12 of 78 by certified beds
- Maine average residents per day65.2
- ChainMaine Veterans' Home
- Chain average overall rating4.4 of 5
- Resident or family councilBoth
- Homes in Kennebec County7
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Maine Veterans Home - Augusta?
Maine Veterans Home - Augusta has an overall rating of 5 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 4, staffing is 5 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Maine Veterans Home - Augusta have?
Maine Veterans Home - Augusta has 108 certified beds. It averages 104.0 residents per day, about 96.3% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Maine Veterans Home - Augusta?
The home reports 6.62 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 1.76 hours from registered nurses. The Maine average is 4.34 hours and 1.05 hours from registered nurses.
Has Maine Veterans Home - Augusta been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Maine Veterans Home - Augusta 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 Augusta Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC 72beds 93.8%in use 3.99nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Mainegeneral Rehab & Long Term Care - Glenridge 125beds 98.5%in use 4.33nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Mainegeneral Rehab & Long Term Care - Gray Birch 77beds 87.5%in use 4.73nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Kennebec 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 205126. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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