Inspection Reports for Portland Center for Assisted Living
68 DEVONSHIRE ST, PORTLAND, ME, 04103-4431
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 3 years)
Deficiencies (over 3 years)
4.3 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
25% better than Maine average
Maine average: 5.7 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Census
Latest occupancy rate
92% occupied
Based on a November 2025 inspection.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 157
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 12, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction related to case investigations numbered 2025-AHP-42647, 2025-AHP-42800, and 42816 at the Portland Center for Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
The visit was related to case investigations 2025-AHP-42647, 2025-AHP-42800, and 42816; no substantiation status is provided.
Findings
The Portland Center for Assisted Living was found to be in substantial compliance with part of 10-144 C.M.R. Chapter 113, Assisted Housing Program Licensing Rule; Residential Care Facilities.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Lynn Dodd | Administrator | Named as the facility administrator in the report. |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Census: 160
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Aug 8, 2025
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for a case investigation at Portland Center for Assisted Living, a PNMI Level IV Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: PNMI Level IV Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.
Inspection Report
Census: 159
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 29, 2025
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for the Portland Center for Assisted Living, related to a case investigation identified as 2025-AHP-41432.
Findings
The Portland Center for Assisted Living, a PNMI Level IV Residential Care Facility, is in compliance with the applicable regulations governing assisted housing programs.
Inspection Report
Biennial Survey
Census: 158
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 13
Date: Dec 17, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was a biennial survey conducted to assess compliance with regulations governing assisted housing programs, specifically for a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with multiple regulatory requirements including contract signing, confidentiality consents, secured outdoor space for dementia unit, medication order procedures, registered nurse consultant reports, sanitation and maintenance issues, heating system inspections, and safety requirements such as prohibited extension cords.
Deficiencies (13)
Failed to have a standard contract issued by the Department for one resident.
Failed to have current consents to release confidential information for two residents.
Memory care outdoor space had unsecured gates without wander guard system.
Errors in medication orders for two residents not followed up or documented.
Failed to complete some weekly registered nurse consultant reports for last quarter of 2024.
Chest freezer had significant ice/frost buildup preventing cleanable surfaces.
Kitchen can opener and walk-in refrigerator had residue buildup; equipment not maintained clean and sanitary.
Freezers not equipped with thermometers.
Dishwasher chemical sanitizing test kit not available.
Fuel boilers not tagged as inspected in the last year.
Facility showed evidence of poor maintenance and housekeeping in multiple areas including dust accumulation, missing ceiling tiles, broken fixtures, residue buildup, and damaged equipment.
Dryer vent detached preventing ventilation to exterior of building.
Extension cord observed in resident room, prohibited unless equipped with fuse mechanism.
Report Facts
Resident records reviewed: 12
Residents with contract deficiency: 1
Residents missing confidentiality consent: 2
Residents with medication order issues: 2
Fuel boilers observed: 2
Missing ceiling tiles: 8
Overhead lights with dust buildup: 3
Months without registered nurse: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Lynn Dodd | Administrator | Named in relation to findings and exit interviews |
| Residential Care Director | Residential Care Director | Confirmed findings during survey and exit interviews |
| Director of Maintenance | Director of Maintenance | Confirmed multiple facility maintenance and safety findings |
| Residential Service Director | Residential Service Director | Participated in exit interviews confirming findings |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 155
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Dec 2, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of case investigations 2024-AHP-39031 and 2024-AHP-39239 for the Portland Center for Assisted Living, a PNMI Level IV Residential Care Facility.
Complaint Details
The inspection was related to complaint investigations identified by case numbers 2024-AHP-39031 and 2024-AHP-39239. No deficiencies were cited, indicating substantial compliance.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control, Part of 10-144, Chapter 113.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Lynn Dodd | Administrator | Named as the facility administrator in the inspection report. |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 27, 2024
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for a case investigation at Portland Center for Assisted Living, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.
Inspection Report
Census: 157
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 30, 2024
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for the Portland Center for Assisted Living, related to licensing and certification compliance for a PNMI Level IV Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The Portland Center for Assisted Living is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: PNMI Level IV Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jun 20, 2024
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for a case investigation of the Portland Center for Assisted Living, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Lynn Dodd | Administrator | Named as the facility administrator in the report |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jun 20, 2024
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for a case investigation of the Portland Center for Assisted Living, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jun 18, 2024
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction for a case investigation at Portland Center for Assisted Living, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities and Infection Prevention and Control.
Inspection Report
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 21, 2024
Visit Reason
This document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for Portland Center for Assisted Housing, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility, related to licensing and functioning regulations and infection prevention and control.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the regulations governing licensing and functioning of Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities and infection prevention and control.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 151
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 13, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a complaint investigation identified by Complaint Investigation # 2024-AHP-37267.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation # 2024-AHP-37267 was conducted, and the facility was found to be in substantial compliance.
Findings
Portland Center for Assisted Living was found to be in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs, including infection prevention and control.
Inspection Report
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jan 2, 2024
Visit Reason
This document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for Portland Center for Assisted Living, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility, related to licensing and certification oversight.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the regulations governing the licensing and functioning of Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities, Part of 10-144, Chapter 113.
Inspection Report
Capacity: 170
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 13, 2023
Visit Reason
This document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction for a case investigation (2023-AHP-32674) at Portland Center for Assisted Living, a Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facility.
Findings
The facility is in substantial compliance with the Regulations Governing the Licensing and Functioning of Assisted Housing Programs: Level IV PNMI Residential Care Facilities, Part of 10-144, Chapter 113.
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