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COVE'S EDGE INC

26 SCHOONER STREET, DAMARISCOTTA, ME 04543
Score: 87 / 100

Cove'S Edge Inc is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Damariscotta, Maine, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 87/100, it ranks in the top 10% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Cove'S Edge Inc exceed national averages, with 4.65 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.15 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 12 deficiencies at Cove'S Edge Inc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.65 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.15 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.00 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.51 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.22 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.10 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

12
Total Deficiencies
Oct 22, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 10 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Oct 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Oct 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0825 Severity D
    Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
    Oct 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 8, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 31, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.7% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.7% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.5% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 29.2% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 32.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
76
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Oct 22, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4