Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC
516 Mt Hope Avenue, Bangor, ME 04401 · Penobscot County · (207) 947-6131
69 certified beds, about 65 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1993
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 205106 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on April 1, 2026, inspectors cited 10 health deficiencies (the Maine average is 10.8, the national average 9.2).
Of 33 health citations since December 2023, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists 1 fine totaling $11,190 in the last three years; the largest was $11,190, and the latest is dated February 25, 2025.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 4.23 hours per resident per day, against 4.34 across Maine and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 1.27 of those hours.
37.0% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Maine average 46.7%).
CMS links it to National Health Care Associates, an affiliated group of 42 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 33 health citations on file.
April 1, 2026Standard inspection · 10 citations
- F Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, observations, and record reviews, the facility failed to develop and/or implement policy and procedures for residents to file grievances to ensure timely resolution to resident concerns. This has the potential to affect all residents.
- E Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to recognize a potential significant weight loss and a potential significant weight gain for 1 of 6 residents reviewed for nutrition. (Resident #12 [R12])On 3/30/26, a review of R12's clinical record was complete. R12 was care planned for diabetes with an intervention to monitor, document/report any signs or symptoms of weight loss . R12 also had a care plan problem for overweight/obesity/risk of malnutrition related to chronic disease (diabetes mellitus Type II) with an intervention to monitor/evaluate weight/weight changes. Documentation indicated that on 3/5/26, R12 weighed 294 pounds (#). Then on 3/12/26, R12 weighed 263 #'s, indicating a potential for a significant weight loss of 30.6 #.On 3/16/26, R12 weighed 266.1 #'s. Then on 3/26/26, R12 weighed 310.2 #'s, indicating a potential for a significant weight gain of 44.1 #'s. [...]
- E Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure the attending Provider signed the medication Order Review History Report (Physician block orders) that is required during a visit at least every 60 days plus a 10 day grace period for 3 of 5 sampled residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. (Resident #2 [R2] R9, R46) and 2 of 3 reviewed for Activities of Daily Living (R6 and R14) In addition, the facility failed to ensure the attending Provider signed the medication Order Review History Report (Physician block orders) that is required during a visit for a new admission at least every 30 days plus a 10 day grace period for 1 of 1 sampled resident reviewed for hospitalization (Resident #58 [R58]).
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that plastic scoops were not left in the flour and sugar bins, in the walk in refrigerator the facility failed to prevent cross contamination when they had a plastic container with lettuce leaves, bag of carrots, unpeeled cucumber and an onion wrapped in plastic wrap all in the same container on 1 of 4 days of survey (3/29/26) in addition the facility failed to ensure all kitchen staff were wearing facial hair restraints on 2 of 4 days of survey (3/29/26 and 3/30/26).
- D Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure that the State mental health authority for Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) was notified after a resident was admitted with a diagnosed and/or experienced symptoms related to a mental disorder or trauma event to determine if a change in level of service was required for 1 of 1 sampled residents reviewed for PASRR (Resident #8 [R8]).
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a care plan was developed and implemented to address the needs of a resident to minimize triggers that may cause re-traumatization for 1 of 1 resident(s) reviewed for Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (Resident #8 [R8]).
- D Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to assist a resident with scheduling a follow-up appointment for Eye Care or assist the resident to obtain new eyeglasses when they were lost for 1 of 1 resident(s) reviewed for vision and hearing (Resident #3 [R3]).
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, facility policy review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure that staff followed Enhanced Barrier Precautions during a pressure ulcer dressing change for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #32 [R32]).
- B Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interview, the facility failed to notify the Ombudsman of transfers/discharge to a hospital for 2 of 3 residents reviewed (Resident #48 [R48] and R58).
- B Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that a resident record contained accurate, complete, and/or readily accessible information for 2 of 22 residents reviewed on survey (Resident #3 [R3], and R10).
December 30, 2025Complaint inspection · 5 citations
- F Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interview, the facility failed to maintain a clean/sanitary environment on 1 of 1 days of survey (12/30/25). This has the potential to effect all residents.
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to store, prepare, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety, by not storing food in a sanitary manner and not maintaining a clean kitchen floor for 1 of 1 days of survey (12/30/25).
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the Complete IDDSI [International Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) Diet Standardisation Initiative] Framework guidance, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to provide a resident with a minced and moist meal as ordered by a physician for 1 of 2 residents reviewed with a therapeutic diet (Resident #1 (R1).
- D Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that garbage and refuse were disposed of in a manner to prevent pest infestation for 1 of 1 survey days. (12/30/25).
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain an Infection Control Program designed to help prevent the development and spread of infection related to laundry room storage for 1 of 1 laundry room tour (12/30/25).
February 25, 2025Standard inspection · 7 citations
- G Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, facility policy review, and record review, the facility failed to monitor a resident's bowel movements and initiate the Bowel Regime protocol on shift 7 for 1 of 1 residents reviewed (Resident # [R] 46). This failure resulted in R46 not having a bowel movement for an additional 16 shifts which resulted in R46 screaming out for help and crying because of the pain due to gas buildup and constipation.
- E Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on Payroll Based Journal staffing report and interviews, the facility failed to ensure sufficient direct care staff were scheduled and on duty to meet the needs of residents that reside in the facility for weekends of the fourth quarter (July 1 - September 30, 2024).
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that the resident and/or resident representative was provided with written information to formulate an advanced directive or appoint a surrogate, was completed for 4 of 7 residents reviewed for advanced directives.(Resident #[R] 7 , R46, R214, and R17).
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews, the facility failed to adequately provide housekeeping and maintenance services necessary to maintain the building and resident equipment in good repair and in a sanitary condition for 2 of 3 days of survey (2/23/25, 2/24/25).
- D PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents with a specialized mental health diagnosis had been referred to the appropriate state-designated authority for Pre-admission Screening & Resident Review (PASRR) evaluation and determination for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for PASRR evaluation (Resident #48 [R48]).
- D Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interviews and observations, the facility failed to follow hospital discharge orders for 1 of 13 sampled Residents (163 [R163])
- B Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and Beneficiary form review, the facility failed to ensure that a Skilled Nursing Facility Advance Beneficiary Notice (SNFABN) was provided to 2 of 3 residents whose Medicare Part A services were discontinued (Residents #24 [R24], and R36).
January 2, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to develop a care plan for a current problem of Atrophic Vaginitis for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for care planning a current medical problem requiring physician ordered treatment (Resident #1[R1].
April 22, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews, the facility failed to follow Physician orders to provide a low sodium diet and assist a resident out of bed to a chair for meals for 1 of 1 sampled resident (Resident#1[R1]).
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interview, the facility failed to ensure that the resident's environment was free from accident hazards related to baseboard heaters in disrepair with heating elements exposed for 5 of 16 room observations.
April 9, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow a Physician Assistant order for 1 of 1 sampled resident (Resident #1 [R1]).
December 22, 2023Standard inspection · 7 citations
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and record review the facility failed to ensure proper medication and biological storage temperatures for 1 of 2 medication storage room refrigerators (B wing).
- E Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, the facility failed to ensure there was a Food Service Director (FSD) that met the qualifications of a FSD. This has the potential to affect all the residents.
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interview, the facility failed to ensure dishes were stored in a sanitary manner for 3 of 3 days (12/18/23, 12/21/23, and 12/22/23), failed to ensure food was stored under sanitary conditions for 1 of 3 days (12/18/23), failed to ensure that dented cans were removed from use for 1 of 3 days (12/18/23), failed to remove expired foods from walk-in refrigerator and emergency food supply storage for 1 of 3 days (12/18/23), failed to retrieve a bread delivery from the loading dock allowing it to be stored next to a full garbage bag for 1 of 3 days (12/21/23), failed to ensure dishes were not wet stacked for 1 of 3 days, (12/21/23), and failed to ensure sanitizing chemical was present in sanitation sink for 1 of 1 days (12/21/23).
- E Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to properly dispose of garbage on 2 of 3 days of survey (12/18/23 and 12/21/23).
- D Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews, the facility failed to inform a Resident Representative (RR), in advance, of treatment risks and benefits, options, and alternatives related to use of an antipsychotic medication for 1 of 5 sampled residents reviewed for psychoactive medication use (Resident #10 (R10)).
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Inspectors wroteBased on facility policy review, employee personnel file review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure that references were checked for 1 of 5 sampled employees hired in 2023 (Employee #2, (E2)).
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interview, the facility failed to ensure that the clinical records contained accurate documentation for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. (Resident #28 [R28])
Fire safety inspections
5 fire safety citations on file: 1 on April 1, 2026, 4 on February 25, 2025.
Every fire safety citation5 citations
- D Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- E Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
- D Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- D Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2025 | Fine | $11,190 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Maine | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 4.23 | 4.34 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 1.27 | 1.05 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.86 | 3.92 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.77 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.19 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 37.0% | 46.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 40.0% | 40.2% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 4.30 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 4.37 on weekdays and 3.86 on weekends, 12% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 4.42 in April to June 2025 to 4.23 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.23 | 1.27 | 4.37 | 3.86 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 65 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 4.46 | 1.34 | 4.59 | 4.12 | 0.3% | 0 of 92 | 62 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 4.48 | 1.22 | 4.64 | 4.07 | 0.1% | 0 of 92 | 63 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 4.42 | 1.21 | 4.56 | 4.06 | 0.2% | 0 of 91 | 62 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Maine, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.35 | 1.06 | 4.52 | 3.95 | 9.2% | 0.2% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Maine
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $22.63 | $21.25 to $24.13 | 8,540 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $35.19 | $30.54 to $37.22 | 760 |
| Registered nurses | $41.82 | $38.41 to $48.78 | 16,540 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Maine | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 21.6 | 24.4 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.1 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.6 | 2.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 4.1 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.3 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 19.5 | 25.6 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.6 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 18.1 | 20.2 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 21.2 | 20.8 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 15.1 | 16.1 | 12.0 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: VK BANGOR LLC. CMS links this home to National Health Care Associates, a group of 42 nursing homes averaging 3.2 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vk Health Facilities LLC | Direct ownership interest | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Mso Associates LLC | Indirect ownership interest | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Ventas Nhv Fund | Indirect ownership interest | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Bokow, Barry | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Geffner, Ira | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Lowinger, Ben | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Lowinger, Joseph | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Ostreicher, David | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Ostreicher, Marc | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Steg, Yitzchok | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Bokow, Barry | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 07/01/2016 | |
| Cleaves, Robert | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 09/07/2022 | |
| Gilmartin, Thomas | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 07/01/2016 | |
| Ostreicher, Marvin | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| David, Albert | Individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any ADP of the SNF | Individual | 04/15/2026 | |
| Shaya-Mograby, Moshe | Individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any ADP of the SNF | Individual | 04/16/2026 | |
| Barry Bokow 2012 Family Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 08/07/2020 | |
| Bpb Ventures LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 08/07/2020 | |
| Cedar Hill Ng Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/14/2025 | |
| Juniper Ng Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/14/2025 | |
| Marvin Ostreicher Family Trust 2012 | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 12/27/2012 | |
| National Health Care Associates Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Oak Drive Ng Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/14/2025 | |
| Preferred Professional Services LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Preferred Therapy Solutions LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Rolling Hill Ng Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/14/2025 | |
| Susan Ostreicher Family Trust 2012 | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/28/2013 | |
| Almeida, Elizabeth | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Bokow, Barry | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 07/01/2016 | |
| Bokow, Michael | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 09/30/2015 | |
| Cavalari, Jennifer | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 04/16/2026 | |
| Cleaves, Robert | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 04/15/2026 | |
| Gilmartin, Thomas | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 07/01/2016 | |
| Lopiansky, Rebecca | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/14/2025 | |
| Ostreicher, David | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/14/2025 | |
| Ostreicher, Marc | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/14/2025 | |
| Ostreicher, Marvin | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Ostreicher, Susan | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/28/2013 | |
| Steg, Shayna | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/14/2025 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on April 1, 2026: "Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on April 1, 2026: "Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances."
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on April 1, 2026: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on April 1, 2026: "Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.86 hours per resident per day, below the Maine average of 3.92.
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Maine contacts for a concern about a nursing home
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- Inspections and complaints: Maine DHHS Division of Licensing and Certification, Nursing Facilities, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, (800) 499-0229. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Maine DLC Licensed Provider Search, where Maine publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC get at its last inspection?
- 10 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on April 1, 2026. The Maine average is 10.8.
- Has Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $11,190 in the last three years.
- Does Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC?
- CMS lists 39 owners and managers, and links the home to National Health Care Associates. Legal business name: VK BANGOR LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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