Stillwater Health Care

Nursing Home · Bangor, ME

CMS overall rating 4/5 For profit - Individual

CMS certification number205116

Contact & location

335 Stillwater Ave
Bangor, ME 04401
Penobscot County
Phone
(207) 947-1111
ZIP code
04401 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
63
Residents per day
58.5 (93% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Legal name
Stillwater Healthcare LLC
Chain
First Atlantic Healthcare (10 facilities, avg 3.4★)
Medicare certified since
January 1, 1993
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.1
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.9
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 4.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.8
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.11 (state 4.34 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.12 (state 1.05 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.11 (state 0.45 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.88 (state 2.83 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.60 (state 3.92 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
31.9 (state 46.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
13.3 (state 40.2 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
February 27, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
9.0 (state 11.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
1
Citations on record (3 years)
28 health · 19 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-02-27 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-04-23
2026-02-27 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
F0947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2026-02-27 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-24
2025-01-16 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
F0947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Post nurse staffing information every day.
F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2025-01-16 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-06
2024-05-07 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-31
2024-05-07 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-31
2024-03-26 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-19
2024-03-26 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-19
2023-11-29 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-22
2023-11-29 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-22
2023-11-29 Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-22
2023-11-29 Post nurse staffing information every day.
F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-22
2023-08-09 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2023-09-11

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $11,190 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-01-16Fine$11,190

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Bernard, Kimberly (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Bowden, Kenneth (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Coffin, Craig (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Eastern Maine Medical Center (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
First Atlantic Corporation (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
First Atlantic Healthcare INC (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Fridman, Fred (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Maine Medical Consultants PC (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Otis-Higgins, Andrea (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Pelkey, Wanda (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Riendeau, Christine (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Young, Amanda (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Bernard, Kimberly (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Otis-Higgins, Andrea (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Pelkey, Wanda (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Riendeau, Christine (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Forum Management LLC (organization)Direct Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Forum Management LLC (organization)General Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Bernard, Kimberly (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
First Atlantic Healthcare INC (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Fridman, Fred (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Otis-Higgins, Andrea (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Pelkey, Wanda (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Riendeau, Christine (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Young, Amanda (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Stillwater Health Care?

Stillwater Health Care has a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Maine.

How many beds does Stillwater Health Care have?

It has 63 certified beds and cares for about 59 residents per day.

Has Stillwater Health Care been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $11,190 in the last three years.

Who owns Stillwater Health Care?

It is part of First Atlantic Healthcare and is classified as for profit - individual. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Stillwater Health Care?

(207) 947-1111. The facility is located at 335 Stillwater Ave, Bangor, ME 04401.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.