Piper Shores
Scout 96Scarborough, ME · 40 beds
One of Scarborough's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
850 Baxter Boulevard, Portland, ME 04103 · Cumberland County
Expert rehabilitation and long-term care in a warm, welcoming environment on Portland's scenic Back Cove.

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Typically 91% full (134 of 147 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Seaside Healthcare LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Portland, ME, with 147 certified beds and an average of about 134 residents per day. It operates as part of the First Atlantic Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.76 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
None noted in the public data.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,890–$16,030/mo (median $14,070) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Portland prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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.
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
850 Baxter Boulevard, Portland, ME
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Talk to an advisor about this communitySeaside Healthcare LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Portland, ME area typically runs $12,890–$16,030 per month (median $14,070, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Seaside Healthcare LLC 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Seaside Healthcare LLC has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 91% full (134 of 147 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Seaside Healthcare LLC in Portland, ME offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 147 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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