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Cummings Health Care Facility

Howland, ME, 04448

45/ 100Below average
Monthly cost$8,400 – $12,700 / month

Penobscot County benchmark

Average nursing home: $7,990 – $12,027/month

Based on 11 facilities in Penobscot County

At average

State inspection record

Last inspected: June 11, 2025

Citations in last 12 months:8 citations — review carefully

8 deficiencies found during last health inspection.

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Detailed inspection findings

Deficiencies by category

Resident Rights Deficiencies: 3Administration Deficiencies: 2Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies: 1Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies: 1Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies: 1

Individual citations (5 of 8)

F-0550Severity DCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Inspected: 2025-06-11Corrected: 2025-07-25
F-0578Severity DCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Inspected: 2025-06-11Corrected: 2025-07-25
F-0580Severity DCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Inspected: 2025-06-11Corrected: 2025-06-16
F-0684Severity DCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Inspected: 2025-06-11Corrected: 2025-07-25
F-0711Severity DCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Inspected: 2025-06-11Corrected: 2025-07-25

About severity codes: A-C = minimal harm, D-F = more than minimal harm, G-I = actual harm, J-L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services).

Inspection timeline

June 11, 2025

8 deficiencies found

Questions to ask on your tour

Personalized questions based on Cummings Health Care Facility's actual inspection history and care type.

Based on inspection history
  • 1.How do you ensure resident privacy and dignity?
  • 2.What is your process for handling resident complaints?
  • 3.How is care plan compliance monitored?
  • 4.What steps have you taken to address past quality of care issues?
  • 5.How quickly are call bells answered on average?
Essential questions
  • What is the all-in monthly cost, including all fees and surcharges?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during day and night shifts?
  • How do you handle medical emergencies?
  • Can I see a copy of your most recent state inspection report?
  • What happens if my loved one's care needs change?
  • Can I speak with current residents or family members?
  • What is the community fee and is it refundable?
  • What are the contract cancellation terms?

Tip: Bring a notepad and take notes. Visit at different times of day. Ask to see the dining room during a meal.

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12 months

Monthly total$11,350
12-month total$139,200

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About

A licensed skilled nursing facility in Howland, Maine, providing 24-hour medical supervision and comprehensive care for seniors.

Languages spoken

English

Capacity

34 beds

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Call: (207) 732-4121

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