Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Scarborough, Maine
2 of 3 nursing homes in Scarborough (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Maine statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
221
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Scarborough, Maine is adequate, with three facilities and two recommended options, indicating a decent selection for families. Notably, Piper Shores stands out as the top facility with a B+ rating and five stars, while there are no fines reported, ensuring a focus on quality care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PIPER SHORES (85) — Piper Shores shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community values, providing a nurturing environment for its 40 residents, all while maintaining zero fines.
- 2 MAINE VETERANS HOME - SCARBOROUGH (80) — Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough boasts a strong Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid CMS 4-star rating, demonstrating its dedication to veterans' care. This non-profit facility features 120 beds, ensuring a supportive community-focused environment with no federal fines.
The other 1 Scarborough facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Piper Shores shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community values, providing a nurturing environment for its 40 residents, all while maintaining zero fines.
Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough boasts a strong Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid CMS 4-star rating, demonstrating its dedication to veterans' care. This non-profit facility features 120 beds, ensuring a supportive community-focused environment with no federal fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Scarborough Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Scarborough Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Scarborough's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Scarborough facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Scarborough avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Scarborough facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Scarborough, ME are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Scarborough (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Scarborough "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Scarborough?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.