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Sedgewood Commons
22 Northbrook Drive, Falmouth, ME 04105
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Sedgewood Commons Description
Sedgewood Commons is a Specialized Memory Support Community offering individualized care for those living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Each member of our dedicated team has specialized education and training, and we promote consistent relationships with staff and regular routines, which is very important to those with dementia.
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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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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Many reviews highlight the exceptional care provided at SWC and Sedgewood Commons, noting the attentive and caring staff, beautiful gardens, and the overall welcoming and professional environment. Families have expressed gratitude for the respectful and personalized care their loved ones received, even during challenging times such as COVID-19 and end-of-life care. The facilities are praised for their cleanliness, well-managed operations, and the ability to create a sense of belonging and community for residents.
However, some reviews point out areas for improvement, including concerns about understaffing and management issues. A few reviewers mentioned a lack of follow-through from management and difficulties in communication, particularly regarding incident management and staff responsiveness. Despite these criticisms, the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many families recommending the facilities without reservation for their loved ones.
Staff members, including CNAs and administrative personnel, are commended for their dedication, professionalism, and compassion. The care teams are noted for their thoroughness and ability to make residents feel comfortable and well-cared-for. The facilities' efforts to encourage resident interaction and provide engaging activities and environments, such as outdoor gardens and private courtyards, are also appreciated.
Overall, the reviews suggest that SWC and Sedgewood Commons offer a caring and supportive environment for residents, with a few areas identified for potential improvement. The positive experiences shared by many families and residents underscore the facilities' commitment to high-quality care and community building.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 3
Health inspection rating: 3
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
3
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 19, 1994
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 91
Total current residents: 85
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: 3
Number of
substantiated complaints: 1
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-04-05 | 2022-06-03 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. |
| 2022-04-05 | 2022-06-03 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-04-05 | 2022-05-13 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-04-05 | 2022-06-03 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-08-14 | 2019-10-01 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2018-07-25 | 2018-10-01 | B | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | E | 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. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | D | 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. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | 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. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2022-04-07 | 2022-05-22 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-10-28 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-10-28 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-10-28 | 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 |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-10-28 | E | 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. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-10-28 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2019-08-15 | 2019-10-28 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-04-20 | 2021-04-19 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Inform each resident of his or her visitation rights and ensure that all visitors enjoy equal visitation privileges. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-22 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-22 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-22 | 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. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-22 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-22 | 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. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-22 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2018-05-08 | $6,500 |
| 2018-10-24 | $62,634 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2019-07-31 | 6 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Yarmouth which is 4.8 miles away and has a population of 5,869 (very small town).
- The average income is $198,662, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 72
- Low Temperature: 27
- Average Temperature: 49.1
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 120 days of rain, 43 days of snow and 200 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year
- The crime rate is 1.67 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.27 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.05 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.06 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.1 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 284.0, Moderate Days 17.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 3.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Town Landing Market
0.5 miles awayShaw's
1.0 miles awayHannaford
3.7 miles awayRosemont Market & Bakery
4.7 miles awayRosemont Market
4.9 miles awayTransportation
Diamond Cove Landing
3.7 miles awayPonce Landing
4.0 miles awayGreat Diamond Island Landing
4.6 miles awayChandler Cove Landing
4.8 miles awayLittle Diamond Island Landing
5.0 miles awayBus Stations
Route 1 + Yarmouth PnR
3.8 miles awayWest Falmouth Hannaford
3.8 miles awayMain St + Cleaves St
4.8 miles awayRoute 1 + Willow St
5.2 miles awayRoute 1 + 750 Route 1
5.2 miles awayBanks
Bath Savings Institution
1.1 miles awayTD Bank
1.4 miles awayPeople's United Bank
1.5 miles awayGorham Savings Bank
3.9 miles awayBank of America
4.2 miles awayHospitals
Brighton Medical Center
5.9 miles awayMercy Hospital
6.2 miles awayMaine Medical Center
6.2 miles awayMercy Hospital - Fore River Campus
6.7 miles awayParkview Adventist Medical Center
16.6 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
1.1 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
4.1 miles awayRite Aid
6.2 miles awayCVS
9.8 miles awayDentists
The Art of Dentistry
2.9 miles awayForest Falls Dental
5.1 miles awayEndodontic Associates
5.5 miles awayAlta Dental of Maine
7.9 miles awayMain Street Dental
8.3 miles awayParks
Falmouth Nature Preserve
0.3 miles awayUnderwood Park
0.4 miles awayGilsland Farm Audubon Center
2.0 miles awayWildwood Park
2.0 miles awayBasket Island Preserve
2.6 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Congress Plaza Shopping Center
5.4 miles awayUnion Station Plaza Shopping Center
6.4 miles awayWestgate Shopping Plaza
6.7 miles awayJetport Plaza
8.3 miles awayMallside Plaza
8.7 miles awayCulture
Elizqbeth Moss Gallery
0.9 miles awaySt. Lawrence Arts Center
4.9 miles awayMayo Street Arts
5.3 miles awayMerrill Auditorium
5.5 miles awayGrant Wahlquist Gallery
5.7 miles awayRestaurants
Foreside Tavern
0.8 miles awayBueno Loco Restauante
1.1 miles awayRicetta's Brickoven Ristorante
1.1 miles awayRivalries
1.4 miles awayDiamond's Edge Restaurant and Marina
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