Total staff
219
Employees
205
Contractors
14
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
Nursing Home, Memory Care & Assisted Living · Portland, ME
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
Nursing Home, Memory Care & Assisted Living · Portland, ME
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Lunder Memory Care at the Cedars
While conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia come with a considerable amount of challenges with everyday life, a diagnosis doesn’t mean you can’t lead a fulfilling life anymore. Understanding and building upon this, The Lunder Memory Care Household at Sam L. Cohen Households, a memory care facility at The Cedars in Portland, Maine, offers a secure and comfortable environment needed for memory care communities.
Ensuring that each resident receives personalized wellness programs that account for changing abilities and needs, The Cedars’ compassionate and professional staff offers the exact support that each resident deserves. Living arrangements are made safe, cozy, and respectful of privacy, while also providing spaces for socialization to foster a warm sense of community.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 8th out of 30 homes in Maine. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 8th out of 30 homes in Maine. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 54m per day
Rank #8 / 30Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 30 homes in Maine. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Maine average, with a ranking across 30 Maine SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Maine avg
+9%
Standout metric
Physical Therapist is +275% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 20m per day | ▲ 27% State avg: 1h 3m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 18m per day | ▼ 33% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 59m per day | ▲ 5% State avg: 2h 51m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 32m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 3h 55m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 15m per day | ▲ 275% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 1h 11m per day | ▲ 61% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Types of Care at Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
Memory Care
Assisted Living
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
62.4%
Rank #222 / 247Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 222nd out of 247 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 247. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
84 days
Occupancy rate
62.4%
Rank #222 / 247Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 222nd out of 247 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 247. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
84 days
Walk Score: 54 / 100 Rank #89 / 421Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 421 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Memory Care Assisted Living
Specific ProgramsCommunity Day Programs, Health Services, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Innovative Programs
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
2.81:1
38% better than Maine average
Avg staff/day
55
Average shift
8.4 hours
0% compared with Maine average
Total staff hours (quarter)
42,255
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
46
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
96
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
8.7%
3,664 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 7
Registered Nurse: 6
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 95 | 1 | 96 | 20,565 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 40 | 6 | 46 | 7,959 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 7 | 12 | 2,472 | 89 | 97% | 9.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 12 | 0 | 12 | 1,928 | 89 | 97% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 13 | 0 | 13 | 1,854 | 86 | 93% | 7.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,409 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,401 | 89 | 97% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,317 | 68 | 74% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,241 | 61 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 5 | 0 | 5 | 560 | 59 | 64% | 6.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 448 | 59 | 64% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 3 | 0 | 3 | 288 | 58 | 63% | 4.4 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 285 | 40 | 43% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 224 | 56 | 61% | 4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 216 | 11 | 12% | 10.3 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 48 | 12 | 13% | 4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 42 | 6 | 7% | 7 |
96 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
46 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
97%
12 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
97%
13 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
93%
6 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
71%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
97%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
74%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
66%
5 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
64%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
64%
3 Administrator
% of Days
63%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
43%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
61%
4 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
12%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
13%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
7%
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.3
8% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 14.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
32.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
32.2
11% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 29.1
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.5%
6% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 26.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.5%
In line with Maine averageMaine average: 31.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
36.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
36.5%
22% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 29.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.4%
21% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 4.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
35% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 4.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.6%
42% better than Maine averageMaine average: 2.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
9% better than Maine averageMaine average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.9%
34% better than Maine averageMaine average: 10.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.3%
In line with Maine averageMaine average: 19.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
70.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
70.1%
22% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 90.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.2%
In line with Maine averageMaine average: 95.5%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.55
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.55
60% better than Maine averageMaine average: 1.39
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.85
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.85
59% better than Maine averageMaine average: 2.08
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
38.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
38.0%
46% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 70.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
21% better than Maine averageMaine average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
71.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
71.1%
In line with Maine averageMaine average: 74.5%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.7%
6% worse than Maine averageMaine average: 20.5%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.5%
52% better than Maine averageMaine average: 15.6%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.5%
31% better than Maine averageMaine average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
60.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
60.3%
12% better than Maine averageMaine average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
73.6%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
73.6%
46% better than Maine averageMaine average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Private pay
62% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Medicaid
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
78
Medicare
31
39.7% of residents
Medicaid
23
29.5% of residents
Private pay or other
24
30.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
62.4%
↓ 14.6pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$565.2K
↑ ~$1.3M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$8.1M
↓ ~$2.4M vs 2023
Profit Margin
-4.2%
↑ 7.9pp vs 2023
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$16.0M
Operating deficit
-$565.2K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$16.0M Rank #12 / 36Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 36 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Maine SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$565.2K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #17 / 36Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 36 homes in Maine. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Maine average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$8.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #17 / 36Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 36 homes in Maine. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Maine average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$16.6M
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.99 miles to nearest hospital (New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
What neighborhood is Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars in?
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars is in the North Deering neighborhood.
Is Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars in a walkable area?
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are there photos of Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars?
Yes — there are 9 photos of Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars?
(207) 221-7000 will put you in contact with the team at Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars.
Is Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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