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Piper Shores
15 Piper Road, Scarborough, ME 04074
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Piper Shores Description
Piper Shores is a community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 5.0 miles outside the town of West Scarborough, Maine. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and one-bedroom room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 9 out of 10 making it the 5th highest rated community in the city out of 6 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 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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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.
Several reviews provide a mixed perspective on a senior living facility, highlighting both positive and negative experiences. Some visitors and residents appreciate the comprehensive services, beautiful location, and the sense of community fostered by engaging activities and amenities such as gyms, pools, art studios, and dining with ocean views. The facility's commitment to safety and health, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, was noted positively, with high vaccination rates and strict safety protocols in place.
However, concerns were raised about the facility's accessibility, with one review mentioning the lack of public transportation and unhelpful signage. The high employee turnover rate and reliance on residents for tours rather than staff were also points of criticism. Questions about financial sustainability and the lack of concrete information regarding long-term planning for residents were highlighted as areas needing improvement. Additionally, some reviews pointed out a lack of inclusivity and warmth in the community, with a focus on business rather than quality community care in aging.
On the other hand, many reviews praised the facility for its cleanliness, beautiful surroundings, and the variety of living options available, from apartments with ocean views to cozy cottages. The staff was generally described as friendly and warm, contributing to a welcoming environment. The facility's location, near the ocean and with private beach access, was frequently mentioned as a significant advantage, offering residents beautiful views and a serene atmosphere.
Overall, while some reviews expressed dissatisfaction with certain aspects of the facility, such as its approach to tours and financial transparency, many others celebrated the quality of life, amenities, and community engagement offered. The facility appears to cater well to those seeking an active, engaged senior living experience in a beautiful setting, though it may not meet the expectations of those looking for a more inclusive and warmly welcoming community.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 5
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Oct. 20, 2001
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 40
Total current residents: 35
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: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 2
Total cost of fines: $1625
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-10-13 | 2021-10-25 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2021-10-13 | 2021-11-09 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2018-08-21 | 2018-10-01 | 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. |
| 2018-08-21 | 2018-10-01 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-10-14 | 2021-10-29 | 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. |
| 2021-10-14 | 2021-11-05 | 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. |
| 2021-10-14 | 2021-10-26 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly |
| 2018-08-23 | 2018-09-07 | 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. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-12-28 | $650 |
| 2021-01-25 | $975 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is West Scarborough which is 5.0 miles away and has a population of 27,706 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $113,758, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 72
- Low Temperature: 27
- Average Temperature: 49.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 114 days of rain, 44 days of snow and 205 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year
- The crime rate is 3.36 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.6 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.05 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.26 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
Higgins Beach Market
0.4 miles awayHannaford Supermarkets
2.5 miles awayHannaford Brothers
3.1 miles awayPond Cove IGA
3.8 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
4.9 miles awayTransportation
Old Orchard Beach
5.4 miles awayBus Stations
OAK HILL
3.0 miles away100 CAMPUS DR. (MMC)
3.0 miles awayCLAMBAKE & PINE POINT
3.1 miles awayDUNSTAN CORNER
4.9 miles away25 Spring St.
4.9 miles awayBanks
biddeford savings bank
2.9 miles awayTD Bank
3.0 miles awayGorham Savings Bank
3.1 miles awayBank of America
3.2 miles awaysaco biddeford savings institution
3.2 miles awayHospitals
Mercy Hospital - Fore River Campus
5.7 miles awayMaine Medical Center
6.2 miles awayMercy Hospital
6.2 miles awayBrighton Medical Center
7.1 miles awaySouthern Maine Health Care
11.6 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
3.0 miles awayCVS
3.8 miles awayRite Aid
5.5 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
8.0 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
11.3 miles awayDentists
Orthodontic Associates
3.0 miles awayScarborough Dental Associates
3.1 miles awayPortland Smiles
6.6 miles awayEndodontic Associates
7.4 miles awayMain Street Dental
8.7 miles awayParks
Libby River Farm
0.6 miles awayPleasant Hill Preserve
1.2 miles awayScarborough Beach State Park
1.3 miles awayRachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
1.7 miles awayWilley Recreation Area
2.0 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
The Shops at Clark's Pond
5.1 miles awayThe Maine Mall
5.3 miles awayCornerbrook Shopping Center
5.5 miles awayMallside Plaza
5.7 miles awayMaine Crossing
5.8 miles awayCulture
PrintCraft
6.0 miles awayOne Longfellow Square
6.4 miles awayState Theatre
6.5 miles awayPortland Stage Company
6.6 miles awayPortland Performing Arts Center
6.6 miles awayRestaurants
Salty Bay
2.8 miles awaySnack Shack
2.8 miles awayPat's Pizza
3.0 miles away21 Taps
3.0 miles awayAmato's
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