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Nursing Home in Bangor

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating 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.

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living

Nursing Home in Bangor

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating 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.

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living

BANGOR, ME 04401-3224 View map

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.

25 visits/inspections

Maine average: 10 inspections

Latest inspection

Date November 27, 2024

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Maine average 5


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 40

Maine average 28.5

Citations per inspection
5.71

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 More info 0
100% better than Maine average

Maine average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 1
150% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Maine average: 0.3

1 serious citation More info Maine average: 0.4

34 moderate citations More info Maine average: 25.8

5 minor citations More info Maine average: 2.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Bangor The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

5 facilities compared · CMS & ME Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living
NH

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.

BANGOR
167
90.5%
+9%
4.61
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+2%
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5.7
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Pelkey, Wanda
$22.6M
$8.3M
36.5%
205064
Ross Manor
NH

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).

AL

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.

Bangor
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Pelkey, Wanda
$22.6M
$8.3M
36.5%
205064
Eastside Center for Health & Rehabilitation
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NH

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).

AL

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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Freese’s Assisted Living Program
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NH

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).

AL

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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Stillwater Health 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).

AL

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.

Bangor
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 156
Employees 127
Contractors 29
Staff to resident ratio 1.73:1
10% worse than Maine average

Maine average ratio: 1.92:1

Avg staff/day 56
Average shift 8.5 hours
5% better than Maine average

Maine average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 43,220
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 32
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.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 62
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

8.4%

3,650 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Registered Nurse: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6206219,26191100%8.5
Registered Nurse311327,04491100%9.9
Medication Aide/Technician130136,01191100%9.9
Licensed Practical Nurse7072,58091100%10.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0881,6758088%6.2
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,5058998%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,3136571%8.1
Nurse Practitioner2029917380%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0668358998%5.8
Speech Language Pathologist0555006976%5.2
Mental Health Service Worker1014965864%8.6
Administrator1013795662%6.8
Qualified Social Worker0222956470%4.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0111591314%12.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant022611213%5.1
Physical Therapy Aide022551112%4.5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011371213%3.1
Medical Director011261314%2
62 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
32 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 88%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 98%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 80%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 98%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 76%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 64%
1 Administrator
% of Days 62%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 14%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 13%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 12%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 13%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
90 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
37 residents (41.1%)
Medicaid
46 residents (51.1%)
Private pay or other
7 residents (7.8%)
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.

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%

Penalties and fines

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
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.

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

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural access emphasized.

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.

$943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.

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

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+, Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.

~$2,000/month (varies by AAA).

Not strict; prioritizes low-income.

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+, Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$34,000/year (individual, 80% AMI, varies by county).

Not specified; focus on income.

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+, Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.

No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.

$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population in rural areas.

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.

$2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).

$9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).

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