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Windward Gardens

105 Mechanic Street, Camden, ME 04843

Assisted Living Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,427

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,427
  • Average State Price: $4,450
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Windward Gardens Description

    Windward Gardens is a medium 20 bed community that offers assisted living, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 7.4 miles outside the small town of Rockland, Maine and is part of the Genesis HealthCare network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    9.0
    Windward Gardens
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 46 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 2 communities in Camden
  • Ranking in State: 57 out of 181 communities in ME
  • Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    5.4
    Genesis HealthCare
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1256 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Maine

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Windward Gardens in Camden, Maine, has received a variety of reviews from residents, family members, and staff, highlighting the care and environment provided at the facility. Many reviews praise the exceptional care, compassion, and attention given to residents, describing the staff as a second family and commending the facility for its cleanliness, safety, and the quality of its nursing and therapy teams. The facility is appreciated for its efforts to make residents feel at home, with activities and personal touches that enhance their quality of life.

    Family members have expressed gratitude for the communication and support from the administration, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. The use of technology, such as Zoom meetings, has been highlighted as a positive way to keep families connected. Staff members, including those in various roles such as maintenance and nursing, have shared their positive experiences working at Windward Gardens, noting the family-like atmosphere and the dedication to resident care.

    However, not all reviews are positive. Some have raised concerns about the focus on employee satisfaction potentially overshadowing patient care, with one review mentioning broken promises and veiled threats. Another review criticized the visitation policies during the pandemic, arguing that they were too restrictive.

    Overall, the majority of reviews recommend Windward Gardens for its loving, caring environment, both for residents in need of rehabilitation or long-term care and for healthcare professionals seeking employment. The facility is commended for its friendly staff, excellent care, and the sense of community it fosters among residents and staff alike.


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    Health

    ShortStay care

    LongTerm care

    Respite care

    Palliative care

    Rehabilitation therapy

    Physical therapy


    Services

    Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits

    Housekeeping

    Laundry facility on-site

    Mail and Newspaper Service

    Pharmaceutical delivery service


    Activities

    Cultural, educational, religious and social activities

    Recreation activities

    Music

    Movies

    Pet therapy


    Community Amenities

    Activity room

    Fitness room

    Beautiful Garden(s) / Courtyard(s)

    Conveniently Located

    Suburban setting

    Beauty Salon / Barber Services


    Room Amenities

    Private and Semi-Private Rooms

    Private bathroom

    Individual climate control

    Cable Television

    Telephone

    Wireless Internet


    Dining

    Café with always available menu options

    Dining Room

    Private dining rooms for family gatherings

    Country kitchen

    Dietary and nutrition needs management


    Transportation

    Coordinated transportation


    Pet

    Pet therapy



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: April 23, 1994
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 58
    Total current residents: 56
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 8
    Number of substantiated complaints: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $7901


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish staff and initial training requirements.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Construction Deficiencies Meet other general requirements.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-20 F Construction Deficiencies Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-20 D Smoke Deficiencies Construct fire resistant interior walls.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Services Deficiencies Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2022-02-28 2022-03-28 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2022-02-28 2022-04-12 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2020-01-07 2020-01-07 D Construction Deficiencies Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    2020-01-07 2020-01-22 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2020-01-07 2020-01-08 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
    2020-01-07 2020-01-22 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-04-18 2023-05-23 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2023-04-18 2023-05-23 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2023-02-21 2023-03-14 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2023-02-21 2023-03-14 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2023-01-31 2023-03-01 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
    2023-01-31 2023-03-01 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2023-01-31 2023-03-01 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-13 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2022-04-25 2022-05-24 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    2022-04-25 2022-05-24 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2021-12-21 2022-01-25 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2021-12-21 2022-01-25 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    2020-01-09 2020-02-05 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2020-01-09 2020-02-05 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2020-01-09 2020-02-05 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2020-01-09 2020-02-05 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2018-12-07 2019-01-07 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2018-12-07 2019-01-07 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2018-12-07 2019-01-07 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-12-07 $6,500
    2023-04-18 $7,901

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Rockland which is 7.4 miles away and has a population of 7,237 (very small town).
    • The average income is $92,815, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 67
      • Low Temperature: 28
      • Average Temperature: 47.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 119 days of rain, 48 days of snow and 197 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 0.62 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.09 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.45 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.02 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.85 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 203.0, Moderate Days 6.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    French & Brawn Market
    0.7 miles away
    Hannaford
    6.4 miles away
    South End Grocery
    8.0 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    8.5 miles away
    Belfast Co-op and Cafe
    15.5 miles away

    Transportation

    Maine State Ferry Service
    7.1 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Concord Coach Lines Bus Stop
    7.1 miles away
    Concord Bus Lines Belfast
    15.0 miles away

    Banks

    TD Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Camden National Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Key Bank
    0.5 miles away
    The First, NA Building 21
    0.7 miles away
    First National Bank
    7.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Pen Bay Medical Center
    4.3 miles away
    Waldo County General Hospital
    14.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    15.1 miles away
    Rite Aid
    15.1 miles away
    Seaside Pharmacy
    20.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Aspen Dental
    8.4 miles away

    Parks

    Historical Society
    0.5 miles away
    Merryspring Park
    0.7 miles away
    Village Green
    0.7 miles away
    Camden Hills State Park
    0.7 miles away
    Harbor Park
    0.8 miles away

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    None Found

    Culture

    Camden Opera House
    0.7 miles away
    Rockport Opera House
    1.5 miles away
    Stanhope & Spencer
    7.4 miles away
    Clarke Gallery
    7.4 miles away
    Amphitheatre
    7.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Smokestack Grill
    0.6 miles away
    Drouthy Bear
    0.7 miles away
    Long Grain
    0.7 miles away
    Cappys Chowder House
    0.8 miles away
    Camden Deli
    0.8 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of ME. It is a medium-sized community with 20 total beds.

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