CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
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Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Summer Commons is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Sanford, Maine with 64 certified beds. It has been operating since 1972. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
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.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRESHNAHAN, RICHARD | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| HARSTAD, PAUL | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| PONCHER, LYLE | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| PRESCOTT, ROGER | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| STEINER, JOHN | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| URY, WILLIAM | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| RICHARDS, MARY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 1, 2021 |
| TYLER, MICHAEL | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Sep 13, 2019 |
| CYR, GLEN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | May 1, 2021 |
| ORESTIS, JOHN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | May 12, 2021 |
| NORTH COUNTRY ASSOCIATES, INC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | May 1, 2021 |
| ORESTIS, JOHN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | May 1, 2021 |
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