Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living
Nursing Home · Bangor, ME
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Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living

Nursing Home · Bangor, ME
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Inspection History

In Maine, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification is responsible for inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure they meet quality of care standards.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 25 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Maine state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total inspections (25% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection November 27, 2024

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2520 This facility has 25% more total inspections than a typical Maine nursing home (25 vs. ME avg 20).↑ 25% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living on November 27, 2024, found the facility in substantial compliance with licensing and infection control regulations and noted no deficiencies. Earlier inspections, including a biennial survey on April 11, 2024, and a complaint investigation on September 5, 2023, also found the facility in substantial compliance without deficiencies. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, with no enforcement actions, fines, or license issues listed in the available reports. Inspectors did not cite any recurring issues or deficiencies related to resident care, staffing, or safety. The inspection history shows consistent compliance with regulatory standards over time.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 7

Maine average 5


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
40 Rank #23 / 30Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 30 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Maine State average, with a ranking across all 30 ME SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Maine average 28.5

Citations per inspection
5.71 Rank #14 / 30Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 30 homes in Maine. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Maine mean across 30 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Maine average 5.88


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

19 of 40 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 40 resulted from complaint investigations; and 11 of 40 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Maine average

Maine average: 0.3


Serious Health citations
1 Rank #1 / 10Serious citations (G–I) — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 10 homes in Maine. Shows G–I scope serious health citations for this facility versus other Maine SNFs. Lower counts rank better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
150% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 0.4

0 critical citations Maine average: 0.3

1 serious citation Maine average: 0.4

34 moderate citations Maine average: 25.8

5 minor citations Maine average: 2.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 156
Employees 122
Contractors 34
Staff to resident ratio 1.73:1
15% worse than Maine average
Maine average ratio: 2.03:1 Maine average ratio: 2.03:1See full Maine ranking
Avg staff/day 52
Average shift 8.7 hours
7% better than Maine average
Maine average: 8.1 hours Maine average shift: 8.1 hoursSee full Maine ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 41,505

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info 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 28
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 11.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 64
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

4%

1,654 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 9 Speech Language Pathologist: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3 Registered Nurse: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6406419,77392100%8.6
Registered Nurse271287,62592100%9.9
Medication Aide/Technician130135,04592100%9.7
Licensed Practical Nurse5052,7299199%11.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,4717480%8
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,3097683%7.1
Nurse Practitioner2029938188%7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0997996773%6.7
Mental Health Service Worker2024734751%8.2
Administrator1014356065%7.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0773323740%5.5
Speech Language Pathologist0991963134%4
Physical Therapy Aide0441622830%5.1
Qualified Social Worker011982022%4.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant033641921%3.4
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
28 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
5 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 99%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 80%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 83%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 88%
9 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 73%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 51%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 40%
9 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 34%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 30%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 22%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 21%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $8K Rank #16 / 30Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 30 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Maine average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 30 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
67% lower than Maine average

Maine average: $24K

Number of fines 1
18% fewer fines than Maine average

Maine average: 1.2

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Maine average

Maine average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $8K
Maine average $24K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Sep 12, 2024 · $8K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 12, 2024
$8K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 16.4
15% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 14.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 32.6
12% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 29.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 29.3%
13% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 26.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 38.3%
22% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 31.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 30.1%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 29.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.3%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.9%
99% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.6%
31% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 2.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.0%
82% better than Maine average

Maine average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 5.5%
48% better than Maine average

Maine average: 10.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.6%
29% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.5%
5% better than Maine average

Maine average: 90.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.7%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 95.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.3%
27% better than Maine average

Maine average: 70.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.8%
42% better than Maine average

Maine average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 79.3%
6% better than Maine average

Maine average: 74.5%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

45% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 90
Medicare
37
41.1% of residents
Medicaid
46
51.1% of residents
Private pay or other
7
7.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$23.4M
Operating loss
-$573.8K
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$23.4M Rank #4 / 36Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th 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 loss
-$573.8K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #6 / 36Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th 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.
$12.3M
52.4% of revenue Rank #21 / 36Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 36 homes in Maine. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Maine average. Well-run Maine SNFs typically land around 60–66% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.7M
Total costs $24.0M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General 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

Rural access emphasized.

Benefits
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

Age
General Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
ME

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+
General 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

Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (hours unlimited per medical need)

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General 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

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Benefits
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

Age 62+
General 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

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Benefits
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)

Age 55+
General 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

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Benefits
Medical care Personal care Day center Transportation Respite (tailored to need)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Age
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

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General 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

Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

Benefits
Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living

Is Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living?

According to ME state health department records, Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living's license number is ALP2047.

What is the occupancy rate at Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living?

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living's occupancy is 98%.

Does Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living on this page.

Who is the administrator of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living?

Janet Edgecomb is the administrator of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living.

How many beds does Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living have?

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living has 40 beds.

What is the address of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living?

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living is located at 758 BROADWAY.

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