Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta is a Nursing Home in Maine
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta is a Nursing Home in Maine
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta is a Nursing Home in Maine
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta is a Nursing Home in Maine
Overview of Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
With a commitment to comprehensive care, the Maine Veterans’ Homes Augusta provides 24-hour coverage, as well as on-site medical director and physician services, ensuring the well-being of its residents. As a facility offering assisted living for veterans, it provides a tailored experience that includes various levels of care, reflecting its dedication to serving those who have served our nation. It’s a place where comfort, convenience, and a strong sense of community converge to create an environment that truly feels like home.
Spanning 58 acres, this community offers a variety of amenities including a bank, theater, children’s center, barbershop, spa, and a vibrant community center. Boasting 138 private rooms, Maine Veterans’ Homes Augusta ensures comfort and convenience with amenities like wireless call systems, flat-screen TVs, and Internet access. The communal spaces, including cozy living rooms, inviting dining areas, and a warm fireplace, foster a sense of togetherness. The thoughtful design, featuring open and well-illuminated hallways, ensures that each room connects seamlessly with common areas, creating an ambiance of connection and camaraderie that feels more like a home than a traditional nursing facility.
Jacob Anderson serves as the Administrator at Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta, leading a premier senior care community in Maine’s state capital. The facility features innovative Small House Model design with 138 private rooms and household communities that foster connectivity and comfort. Under his leadership, the community offers a warm, residential atmosphere with modern amenities to support residents’ well-being and quality of life.
Quality ratings
Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
108
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
84.6%
Residents per day (avg)
104
Occupancy rate
84.6%
Residents per day (avg)
104
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Private pay
59% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Medicaid
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Finances and operations
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$79.2M
Deficit of revenue
-$14.0M
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$79,189,405.00
Deficit of revenue
$-14,024,991.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$11.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$95.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$107.4M
Types of Care at Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
Nursing Home
Places of interest near Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
4.2 miles from city center
35 Heroes Wy, Augusta, ME 04330
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
248
Total Staff
245
Employees
3
Contractors
73,242
Total Hours (Quarter)
104
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 38 | 9.2 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 8.6 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 128 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
206 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
10 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
10 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.1%
of total hours from contractors
96 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 128 | 0 | 128 | 37,070 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 38 | 0 | 38 | 10,149 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 22 | 0 | 22 | 8,444 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 9 | 0 | 9 | 4,304 | 72 | 79% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,411 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,375 | 91 | 100% | 6.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,456 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 995 | 82 | 90% | 6.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 945 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 876 | 73 | 80% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 438 | 56 | 62% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 6 | 0 | 6 | 401 | 33 | 36% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 266 | 45 | 49% | 5.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 24 | 26% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 48 | 5 | 5% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1% | 8 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2023 – Oct 2024)
2
Inspections
6
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
3
Citations/Inspection
Oct 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
3
50% of total
Infection Control
1
17% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
6
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (ME)
Avg Citations (State)
28.5
This Facility: 6
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2024 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 23, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Oct 23, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Oct 23, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0582 | Corrected |
| Jan 26, 2023 | B | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Jan 26, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Maine Veterans Home
Resident Census by Payment Source
102
Total Residents
Medicare
7
(6.9%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
39
(38.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
56
(54.9%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
40
Total Specialty Beds
37%
of Bed Capacity
40
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
37%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
14.2
Score
Near average
State avg: 14.2
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
27.8
Score
Near average
State avg: 29.1
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
26.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
2.2%
Depressive Symptoms
1.9%
Falls with Major Injury
6.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
92.2%
Antipsychotic Use
9.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
27.5%
Influenza Vaccine
88.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.8%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
29.8%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
57.6%
19% worse than avg
State: 70.8%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.6%
61% better than avg
State: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
50.0%
33% worse than avg
State: 74.5%
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly
MaineCare HCB Program
- General: Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- ME Specifics: Rural access emphasized.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals ($6/meal), adult day services ($60/day).
Maine Statewide Respite Program
ME Respite Program
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
- ME Specifics: Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
- Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)
MaineCare Nursing Facility Services
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
- Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.
- ME Specifics: Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
- Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (hours unlimited per medical need).
Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)
Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,000/month (varies by AAA).
- Asset Limits: Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
- ME Specifics: Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.
- Services: Personal care (20-30 hours/week), PERS, adult day care, home modifications.
Home Accessibility and Repair Program
Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair
Official government program page
- General: Age 62+, Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$34,000/year (individual, 80% AMI, varies by county).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; focus on income.
- ME Specifics: Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.
- Services: Wheelchair ramps, grab bars, roof repairs (up to $20,000/project).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Maine PACE (not widely available yet)
- General: Age 55+, Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.
- Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.
- ME Specifics: Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.
- Services: Medical care, personal care, day center, transportation, respite (tailored to need).
Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit
Maine VA Aid and Attendance
- General: Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
- Asset Limits: $155,356 (net worth limit).
- ME Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
- Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)
Maine Medicare Savings Programs
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
- Income Limits (2025): $2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).
- Asset Limits: $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
- ME Specifics: Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).
- Services: Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
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MaineCare HCB Program
Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
ME Specifics:Rural access emphasized.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals ($6/meal), adult day services ($60/day).
ME Respite Program
Maine Statewide Respite Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
- Income Limits:~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$40,000 (individual).
- ME Specifics:Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
MaineCare Nursing Facility Services
MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
- Income Limits (2025):$943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.
- ME Specifics:Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (hours unlimited per medical need).
Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services
Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,000/month (varies by AAA).
- Asset Limits:Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
- ME Specifics:Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (20-30 hours/week), PERS, adult day care, home modifications.
Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair
Home Accessibility and Repair Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$34,000/year (individual, 80% AMI, varies by county).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; focus on income.
- ME Specifics:Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Wheelchair ramps, grab bars, roof repairs (up to $20,000/project).
Maine PACE (not widely available yet)
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.
- Income Limits (2025):No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.
- ME Specifics:Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Medical care, personal care, day center, transportation, respite (tailored to need).
Maine VA Aid and Attendance
Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit
Requirements:
- General:Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
- Asset Limits:$155,356 (net worth limit).
- ME Specifics:High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Maine Medicare Savings Programs
Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
- Income Limits (2025):$2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).
- Asset Limits:$9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
- ME Specifics:Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
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