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North Country Associates
Nursing home chain, as named in the CMS provider file.
North Country Associates operates 9 Medicare-certified nursing homes in 1 state, with 469 certified beds; the largest presence is in Maine.
56% of its facilities are rated 1 or 2 stars overall (national: 41%). Citations run at 60.6 per 100 beds against 26.8 nationally, and fines in the period covered total $23K.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Chain membership is as recorded by CMS and can lag ownership changes.
| Measure | North Country Associates | US |
|---|---|---|
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 |
| Median citations per facility | 31 | 23 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.4 | 3.7 |
| Median nursing turnover | 49.4% | 44.9% |
| Facilities with the abuse icon | 0 | 1426 |
Rating distribution
States
| State | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Maine | 9 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 21 |
| F0584 | 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. | 17 |
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 17 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 15 |
| F0761 | 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. | 14 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 14 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 12 |
| F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | 10 |
Penalties by year
Facilities
| Facility | City | State | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr | Van Buren | ME | 27 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 33.3 | — | 14 May 2025 |
| Edgewood Rehab & Living Ctr | Farmington | ME | 33 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 31 | 93.9 | — | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Fallbrook Commons | Portland | ME | 102 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 28.4 | — | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Maplecrest Rehab & Living Center | Madison | ME | 58 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 41 | 70.7 | — | 9 Jul 2025 |
| Market Square Health Care Center, LLC | South Paris | ME | 76 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 47 | 61.8 | — | 14 May 2026 |
| Orchard Park Rehab & Living Center | Farmington | ME | 38 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 36 | 94.7 | — | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Russell Park Rehabilitation & Living Center | Lewiston | ME | 50 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 44 | 88.0 | — | 21 May 2025 |
| Sanfield Rehab & Living Center | Hartland | ME | 23 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 16 | 69.6 | — | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Southridge Rehab & Living Ctr | Biddeford | ME | 62 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 31 | 50.0 | $23K | 30 Apr 2026 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes does North Country Associates operate?
9 Medicare-certified facilities in 1 state, with 469 certified beds, according to the chain name in the CMS provider file.
How are North Country Associates facilities rated?
56% are rated 1–2 stars overall and 2 hold 5 stars; the median overall rating is 2. Nationally 41% are rated 1–2 stars.
Has North Country Associates been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines totalling $23K and 0 payment denials across its facilities in the period the penalties file covers.