At a glance
- Overall rating Not rated
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.96 hours Below the state average of 4.34
- Nursing staff who left in a year 76.2% Above the state average of 46.7%
- Health citations in 3 years 79 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 88.9% of 73 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.
Windward Gardens is a 73-bed nursing home in Camden, Maine (Knox County). CMS has not published an overall star rating for it as of Aug 2026. It reports 3.96 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
- 73
- Residents per day (average)
- 64.9
- Certified since
- 1994 (32 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Genesis Healthcare (184 homes)CMS Special Focus: SFF
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. Flags are shown as published by CMS; see Medicare.gov Care Compare for their definitions.
Questions to ask Windward Gardens
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists this home as "SFF" in its Special Focus Facility program. What is the improvement plan, and what has changed so far?Special Focus status in CMS data
- The latest standard inspection (Dec 4, 2025) cited 21 health deficiencies; the Maine average is 11.0. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 76.2%, above the Maine average of 46.7%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall Not rated Maine average 3.1
- Health inspections Not rated Maine average 2.9
- Staffing Not rated Maine average 4.1
- Quality measures Not rated 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 3.96 h Maine average 4.34
- Nurse aides 2.25 h Maine average 2.83
- Licensed practical nurses 0.57 h Maine average 0.45
- Registered nurses 1.14 h Maine average 1.05
- All staff, weekends 3.68 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 turnover76.2%
- Maine average46.7%
- Registered nurse turnover70.8%
- Maine average40.2%
- Administrators who left1
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 79 health deficiencies in the past three years. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy. 42 followed a complaint investigation.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2025 | 21 | 5 |
| Apr 17, 2025 | 22 | 7 |
| Apr 25, 2024 | 36 | 11 |
Maine homes averaged 11.0 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (79)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 (Apr 30, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 30, 2026)
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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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 3, 2026)
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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 (Jan 14, 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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint inspection · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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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.
Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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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 (Jan 14, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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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 (Jul 9, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 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 (Jul 9, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2025)
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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 (May 30, 2025)
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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 30, 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 (Jul 9, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2025)
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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.
Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2025)
Showing the 30 most recent of 79.
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
- Size36 of 78 by certified beds
- Maine average residents per day65.2
- ChainGenesis Healthcare
- Chain average overall rating2.4 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Knox County2
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Windward Gardens?
CMS has not published an overall star rating for Windward Gardens as of Aug 2026.
How many beds does Windward Gardens have?
Windward Gardens has 73 certified beds. It averages 64.9 residents per day, about 88.9% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Windward Gardens?
The home reports 3.96 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 1.14 hours from registered nurses. The Maine average is 4.34 hours and 1.05 hours from registered nurses.
Has Windward Gardens been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Windward Gardens 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
- 2 of 5 Breakwater Commons 96beds 94.4%in use 4.89nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Harbor Hill Center 40beds 93.0%in use 4.57nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Cove's Edge Inc 76beds 54.3%in use 4.29nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Knox 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 205180. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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