Inspection Reports for
Spring Street

28 Spring Street, Brunswick, ME 04011, ME, 4011

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34 Reports

2023–2026

Inspection Report — Jun 2, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jun 2, 2026

Visit Reason
An unannounced on-site visit was conducted for the purpose of investigating complaint #3006061.

Findings
Springbrook Center was determined to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483, Sub-part B-Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities. No deficiencies were cited.

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: 3006061

Inspection Report — Nov 20, 2025

Plan of Correction
Date: Nov 20, 2025

Visit Reason
This document is the facility's plan of correction for the survey completed on 11/20/2025 addressing deficiencies related to care plan implementation and accident prevention.

Findings
This is the facility's plan of correction for the survey completed on 11/20/2025. The plan addresses deficiencies in implementing comprehensive care plans and ensuring a safe environment to prevent accidents, specifically related to mechanical lift transfers and resident handling.

Report Facts
: 2652640 : Dec 9, 2025

Inspection Report — Oct 28, 2025

Plan of Correction
Date: Oct 28, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced site visit was conducted to investigate a facility reported incident #2652840 regarding care plan timing and revision.

Findings
This document is the facility's plan of correction for the survey completed on 2025-10-28 addressing deficiencies related to care plan timing and revision and accident hazards/supervision/devices.

Report Facts
: 2652840 : 205088

Inspection Report — Sep 11, 2025

Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 11, 2025

Visit Reason
On 9/11/25 an on-site unannounced visit was conducted at Springbrook Center to investigate complaint #2607295 and to determine if the facility was in compliance with Medicare and Medicaid Federal Conditions of Participation requirements.

Findings
There were no regulatory deficiencies identified as a result of the 9/11/2025 investigation. The facility was found to be in substantial compliance.

Report Facts
: 2607295

Inspection Report — Jul 31, 2025

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jul 31, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced on-site visit was conducted to investigate complaint #2563901 regarding compliance with 42 CFR 483, Sub-part B requirements for long term care facilities.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure sterile technique was maintained during a pressure ulcer dressing change for one resident, resulting in contamination of the dressing and potential risk of infection.

Deficiencies (1)
F0686: The facility failed to maintain sterile technique during a pressure ulcer dressing change, contaminating the dressing and risking infection.
Report Facts
: 2563901

Inspection Report — Jul 3, 2025

Follow-Up
Date: Jul 3, 2025

Visit Reason
On 7/3/2025, an onsite unannounced visit was conducted to follow up on the deficiency cited at the complaint survey conducted on 5/12/2025.

Findings
Springbrook Center was determined to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities, with no deficiencies cited.

Inspection Report — Feb 4, 2025

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 4, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced on-site visit was conducted to investigate complaint #ME00050294.

Findings
Springbrook Center was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR 483, Sub-part B-Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
: ME00050294

Inspection Report — Dec 26, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Dec 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for the Level III Residential Care Facility SPRING STREET.

Findings
SPRING STREET is in substantial compliance with Part of 10-144, Chapter 113, Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs for Level III Residential Care Facilities.

Inspection Report — Sep 23, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Sep 23, 2024

Visit Reason
Follow-up survey conducted to assess correction of deficiencies cited at the annual Long Term Care Survey Process for Federal Recertification dated 7/19/24.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with multiple federal requirements related to resident dignity, comprehensive care planning, quality assurance, and infection prevention and control. Deficiencies included failure to maintain resident dignity, failure to follow care plans for residents with MDRO, ineffective quality assurance follow-up on prior deficiencies, and inadequate infection control practices during tracheostomy and wound care.

Deficiencies (4)
F 557: The facility failed to ensure a resident was treated with dignity and respect when a shower room door was left open exposing a naked resident during showering.
F 656: The facility failed to follow a comprehensive care plan for a resident colonized with MDRO, as nursing staff did not use required personal protective equipment during tracheostomy care.
F 867: The facility's Quality Assurance Committee failed to ensure that the Plan of Correction for a previously cited deficiency was followed and effective, resulting in recitation of the same deficiency during the follow-up survey.
F 880: The facility failed to maintain and implement an infection control program to prevent transmission of MDROs, evidenced by nursing staff not using gowns, face, and eye protection during tracheostomy and wound care for residents with enhanced barrier precautions.
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: 21 : 2 : Sep 23, 2024

Inspection Report — Sep 13, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 13, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation for Spring Street, a Level III Residential Care Facility.

Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation 2024-AHP-38363; no deficiencies cited and facility found in substantial compliance.
Findings
Spring Street is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level III Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.

Inspection Report — Jul 15, 2024

Annual Inspection
Date: Jul 15, 2024

Visit Reason
The survey was conducted for the annual Long Term Care Survey Process for Federal Recertification and to investigate multiple complaints.

Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483, Sub-part B Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities. Deficiencies were identified in safe environment, comprehensive care planning, quality of care, competent nursing staff, labeling and storage of drugs and biologicals, and resident records.

Deficiencies (8)
F 584: The facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment as evidenced by damaged walls, missing door pieces, stained ceiling tiles, and unclean utility rooms in multiple resident units.
F 656: The facility failed to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for residents requiring oxygen therapy and for one resident's activities of daily living, nutrition, and incontinence needs.
F 677: The facility failed to provide adequate assistance with activities of daily living, including showers and eating, for dependent residents.
F 684: The facility failed to ensure quality of care by not obtaining or clarifying physician orders for respiratory care and wound care, and not completing neurological checks after falls for several residents.
F 726: The facility failed to ensure nursing staff had the necessary competencies and skills to provide care for residents with tracheostomies.
F 761: The facility failed to properly label and store drugs and biologicals, and failed to ensure medication carts and resident rooms were secure from unauthorized access.
F 791: The facility failed to assist residents in obtaining routine and emergency dental care and failed to process dental referrals timely.
F 842: The facility failed to maintain complete and accurate resident records, including documentation of dental referrals and meal consumption.
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: 2024-07-15 to 2024-07-19 : 6 : 6 : 43 : 7

Inspection Report — Jul 1, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Jul 1, 2024

Visit Reason
Follow-up visit to a complaint survey dated 4/25/24 for complaints #ME00047149 and #ME00047169.

Findings
Springbrook Center was determined to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
: ME00047149 : ME00047169

Inspection Report — Apr 17, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Apr 17, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced on-site visit was conducted to follow up on deficiencies cited at the complaint visit on 2/28/24.

Findings
Springbrook Center was determined to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.

Inspection Report — Feb 28, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Feb 28, 2024

Visit Reason
This was an unannounced on-site follow-up visit to address deficiencies cited during a complaint visit on 1/18/2024.

Findings
Springbrook Center was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, §483.70(i), also known as F842, with no deficiencies cited.

Report Facts
: Jan 18, 2024

Inspection Report — Feb 28, 2024

Plan of Correction
Date: Feb 28, 2024

Visit Reason
This plan of correction addresses deficiencies found during the complaint investigation survey completed on 02/28/2024.

Findings
This document is the facility's plan of correction for the complaint investigation survey completed on 02/28/2024, addressing deficiencies related to abuse prevention and accident hazards.

Report Facts
: ME00045174

Inspection Report — Feb 28, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 28, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a biennial survey combined with a complaint investigation (Complaint: 2024-AHP-36469). The complaint investigation found no substantiated findings.

Complaint Details
Complaint 2024-AHP-36469 was investigated and found to have no substantiated findings.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain complete Medication Administration Records (MAR) for 1 of 2 resident records reviewed, with unexplained blanks on specific medication administration dates. Additionally, the facility failed to record medication error reports for errors of omission for the same resident. These findings were confirmed with the Regional Director during the survey and exit interview.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to document medication/treatment administration on the MAR including initialing and stop orders as required. [Class III]
Failure to record medication errors and reactions in incident reports for errors of omission. [Class II]
Report Facts
Resident records reviewed: 2 Resident records with deficiencies: 1 Errors of omission identified: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Allison VercoeAdministratorNamed as facility administrator
Regional DirectorConfirmed findings during survey and exit interview

Inspection Report — Jan 17, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Jan 17, 2024

Visit Reason
Follow-up on the deficiency cited at a complaint survey dated 11/28/2023 to determine compliance with Medicare and Medicaid Federal Conditions of Participation requirements for nursing homes.

Findings
No regulatory deficiencies were identified as a result of the 1/17/2024 investigation.

Report Facts
: ME00045604

Inspection Report — Nov 28, 2023

Plan of Correction
Date: Nov 28, 2023

Visit Reason
The document is the facility's plan of correction for the survey conducted on 11/28/2023 addressing deficiencies related to housekeeping and maintenance services.

Findings
This document is the facility's plan of correction for the survey of 11/28/2023, addressing housekeeping deficiencies under regulation §483.10(j) including inadequate cleaning and maintenance in multiple units.

Report Facts
: ME00045604

Inspection Report — Nov 28, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 28, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced on-site visit was conducted for the purpose of investigating complaints #ME00045604.

Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate housekeeping and maintenance services necessary to maintain the building in good repair and sanitary condition across all seven units inspected.

Deficiencies (1)
F 584: The facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment as evidenced by excessive dirt and debris in multiple units, presence of dead and live roaches, cluttered cabinets, soiled containers, and unlabeled bedpans in shared bathrooms.
Report Facts
: ME00045604

Document — 1DA194 H3 SOD

Date: 1DA194 H3 SOD

Inspection Report — 23791F H1 SOD

Complaint Investigation
Date: 23791F H1 SOD

Visit Reason
An unannounced on-site visit was conducted for the purpose of an investigation of complaint #3036345.

Findings
Springbrook Center was determined to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483, Sub-part B-Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.

Report Facts
: 3036345

Inspection Report — DBLV21 POC

Date: DBLV21 POC

Visit Reason
Federal Recertification Survey

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code requirements regarding means of egress, corridor doors, and electrical systems. Multiple corridor doors lacked positive latching hardware, and weekly generator inspections did not meet required standards.

Deficiencies (3)
K 211: Means of egress are not continuously maintained free of all obstructions to full use in case of emergency, including soiled linen containers and trash cans stored in corridors.
K 363: Corridor doors protecting openings in other than required enclosures failed to maintain positive latching hardware as required by NFPA 101, with resident room doors in Saccarappa and Lincoln wings not latching properly.
K 918: The essential electrical system's weekly generator inspection documentation failed to show voltage conductance tests for sealed batteries, and weekly generator inspection reports did not meet NFPA 110 standards.
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: Jul 16, 2024 : Jul 16, 2024 : Aug 5, 2024

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