About Breakwater Commons
Breakwater Commons, located in ROCKLAND, ME, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Breakwater Commons
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.80 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.80 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Breakwater Commons provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 124 | Jan 23, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 129 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 27.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 23.4% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.0% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.8% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 44.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 6.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 10.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 98.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 85.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 32.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 18.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 94.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 69.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 31.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 20.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 3 complaints
- 2024: 13 complaints
- 2025: 9 complaints
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 26 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug 01, 2025 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| Aug 01, 2025 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. |
| Mar 04, 2025 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Mar 04, 2025 | 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. |
| Mar 04, 2025 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition |
| Mar 04, 2025 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Dec 09, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. |
| Dec 09, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Nov 08, 2024 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| Nov 08, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Nov 08, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Nov 08, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Nov 08, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. |
| Nov 08, 2024 | 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. |
| May 30, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| May 30, 2024 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| May 30, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| May 30, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Apr 12, 2024 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Dec 01, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Nov 15, 2023 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Nov 15, 2023 | 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. |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
Nearby Hospitals
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
BREAKWATER COMMONS OPERATIONS, LLC
Ownership Structure
- BREAKWATER COMMONS OPERATIONS LLC Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- CARL CHADWICK W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- GLEN CYR CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOHN ORESTIS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARY RICHARDS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL TYLER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM URY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cove's Edge Inc | N/A | 3 |
| Harbor Hill Center | N/A | 3 |
| Breakwater Commons | N/A | 1 |
| Windward Gardens | N/A | N/A |
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Breakwater Commons directly at 2073016810. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.