ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
St. Andre Health Care Facility in Biddeford, Maine has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performs well overall. It ranks #15 out of 77 facilities in the state, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among 9 facilities in York County. The facility is showing improvement, with reported issues decreasing from 6 in 2022 to 4 in 2025. Staffing is a strong point, with a 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 44%, which is lower than the state average. However, there were some concerns noted during inspections, such as improper storage of oxygen equipment and cleanliness issues in the kitchen, indicating areas that need attention despite overall positive ratings.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Maine
- #15/77
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 44% turnover. Near Maine's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Maine facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 76 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Maine nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (44%)
4 points below Maine average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Maine avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 11 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations and interviews, the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment on 3 o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure that garbage and refuse were disposed of in a manner to prevent pest infestation for 1 of 3 survey days. (6/11/25).
Findings:
On 6...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2. On 06/09/25 at 12:20 p.m., observed an oxygen concentrator at the bed side of Resident #10. The tubing was still attached to the machine. Resident #10 stated that [he/she] no longer uses O2 but mac...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure the kitchen was maintained in a clean and sanitary manner for the ceiling tile and support structure, and the large floor mixer, 3 o...
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Jul 2022
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, review of facility policy, observation, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a resident...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike e...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, record review, and facility policy, the facility failed to ensure a baseline care plan was developed and im...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review and policy review the facility failed to update/implement a care plan in the area of respir...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow their Elopement/Missing Resident policy and procedure for 1 ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews and policy review the facility failed to ensure foods were dated and labeled in, the reach in freezer, dry storage room and walk in freezer. In addition, the facility...
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Nov 2019
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a care plan was updated to reflect the resid...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Maine.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Maine facilities.
- • 44% turnover. Below Maine's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is St Andre Health Care Facility's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Maine, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is St Andre Health Care Facility Staffed?
CMS rates ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 44%, compared to the Maine average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at St Andre Health Care Facility?
State health inspectors documented 11 deficiencies at ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY during 2019 to 2025. These included: 11 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates St Andre Health Care Facility?
ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by COVENANT HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 96 certified beds and approximately 76 residents (about 79% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BIDDEFORD, Maine.
How Does St Andre Health Care Facility Compare to Other Maine Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Maine, ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (44%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting St Andre Health Care Facility?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is St Andre Health Care Facility Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Maine. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at St Andre Health Care Facility Stick Around?
ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY has a staff turnover rate of 44%, which is about average for Maine nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was St Andre Health Care Facility Ever Fined?
ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is St Andre Health Care Facility on Any Federal Watch List?
ST ANDRE HEALTH CARE FACILITY is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.