Stillwater Health Care
Bangor, Penobscot County, Maine · CCN 205116 · For-profit (Individual) · part of First Atlantic Healthcare (10 facilities, chain average 3.4 stars)
CMS rates Stillwater Health Care 4 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 63 certified beds, 59 residents a day on average. 28 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 2 involving actual harm; 1 fine totalling $11,190.
CMS’s ratings
The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.
| Overall | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Health inspections | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 |
| Quality measures | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 |
| Quality: long-stay / short-stay | 4 / 5 of 5 |
Staffing
| Total nurse staffing | 4.10769 hours per resident per day |
|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 1.12331 hours per resident per day |
| Weekend total | 3.5977 hours per resident per day |
| Nursing staff turnover | 31.9% (registered nurses 13.3%) |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
Citations from health inspections
Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.
| Survey | Finding | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-27 | 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 Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-23 |
| 2026-02-27 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 complaint survey |
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0610 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0755 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0947 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0628 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2026-02-27 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0655 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-24 |
| 2025-01-16 complaint survey |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | 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 Deficiencies · tag F0584 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 complaint survey |
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 Deficiencies · tag F0657 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0695 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | 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 Deficiencies · tag F0725 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0947 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2025-01-16 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-06 |
| 2024-05-07 complaint survey |
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0610 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-05-07 complaint survey |
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0655 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-03-26 complaint survey |
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-19 |
| 2024-03-26 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-19 |
| 2023-11-29 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-12-22 |
| 2023-11-29 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-12-22 |
| 2023-11-29 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0730 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-12-22 |
| 2023-11-29 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-12-22 |
| 2023-08-09 complaint survey |
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-11 |
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-16 | Fine | $11,190 |
Who owns and runs it
Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Maine Medical Center Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2018-10-01 |
| First Atlantic Corporation Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2010-06-30 |
| First Atlantic Healthcare Inc. Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2025-03-04 |
| Maine Medical Consultants PC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2024-07-11 |
| Forum Management LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | — | 2010-06-11 |
| Forum Management LLC Organization | general partnership interest | — | 2010-06-11 |
| First Atlantic Healthcare Inc. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2010-06-30 |
| Bernard, Kimberly Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Bowden, Kenneth Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2010-06-30 |
| Coffin, Craig Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2019-06-30 |
| Fridman, Fred Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-07-11 |
| Otis-Higgins, Andrea Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2015-05-11 |
| Pelkey, Wanda Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Riendeau, Christine Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Young, Amanda Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2023-09-11 |
| Bernard, Kimberly Individual | corporate officer | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Otis-Higgins, Andrea Individual | corporate officer | — | 2015-05-11 |
| Pelkey, Wanda Individual | corporate officer | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Riendeau, Christine Individual | corporate officer | — | 2018-05-07 |
| Bernard, Kimberly Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Fridman, Fred Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-07-11 |
| Otis-Higgins, Andrea Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2015-05-11 |
| Pelkey, Wanda Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-10-01 |
| Riendeau, Christine Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2018-05-07 |
| Young, Amanda Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2023-09-11 |
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Penobscot County.