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Fallbrook Commons

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

91 Merrymeeting Dr, North Deering · Portland, ME 04103102 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.7/5

based on 14 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Fallbrook Woods is highly regarded for its specialized memory care and attentive, compassionate staff who prioritize resident hygiene and engagement. While the facility has a strong reputation, we recommend scheduling unannounced visits to observe the daily atmosphere and staff interactions firsthand to ensure it aligns with your loved one's specific needs.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

14 reviews on Google
Fallbrook Woods (often referred to as Fallbrook Commons) receives high praise from families for its dedicated and compassionate memory care staff who keep residents clean, engaged, and well-cared for. While the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive regarding the quality of care and staff professionalism, families should be aware that the facility specializes in memory care and has historically faced isolated reports of unprofessional behavior from nursing staff.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff9.0Clean9.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemory10.0Comms8.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive staff
  • High standards of resident hygiene and cleanliness
  • Engaging and active memory care environment
  • Strong support for families during the transition process

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2343.0'17(1)5.01.0'19(1)2.31.0'22(2)5.05.0'24(3)4.2'25(5)

Distribution · 17 analyzed

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10
4
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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the recent state citations, what specific steps has the leadership team taken to address these findings and improve the facility's overall compliance?
  • 2I noticed the staffing rating is quite strong; how does this consistent level of staffing impact the daily support and individual attention provided to residents?
  • 3Since the memory care program is often highlighted for being so active, could you walk me through a typical daily schedule and the types of engagement opportunities available?
  • 4With the facility managing 102 residents, how do you ensure that the high standards of hygiene and cleanliness mentioned by families are maintained consistently across all wings?
  • 5How does your team handle the transition process for new residents, and what resources are available to help our family stay closely involved in their care?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is the protocol for coordinating care with local hospitals, and how quickly are family members typically notified?

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Key Review Excerpts

Every time we have gone to visit him, he is dry, warm, clean, engaged and quite happy! We could not be happier. The staff are playful with one another, as well as with the residents.

Memory care family member · 2025★★★★★

From the very first intake meeting to current (daily) interactions we can see our Mom is getting the care she needs.

Memory care family member · 2024★★★★★

Each time I visit and tour one of my clients at Fallbrook Woods, the community is clean, the staff are comfortable and seem very compassionate

Certified Senior Advisor · 2024★★★★★
Source: 14 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.75hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
5.13hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
49%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
44%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

4

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility29.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
29.7%
US
14.4%
ME
25.3%
Cumberland
18.4%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.5%
US
15.5%
ME
20.6%
Cumberland
17.0%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
28.1%
US
19.4%
ME
29.2%
Cumberland
25.4%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility19.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
19.5%
US
15.3%
ME
26.9%
Cumberland
19.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.0%
Better than Avg
Here
94.0%
US
93.4%
ME
91.4%
Cumberland
87.3%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility22.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
22.1%
US
19.5%
ME
17.3%
Cumberland
19.2%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility44.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
44.1%
US
81.8%
ME
71.7%
Cumberland
71.8%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility60.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
60.0%
US
79.8%
ME
74.5%
Cumberland
71.4%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
5.6%
US
1.6%
ME
1.3%
Cumberland
1.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

17deficiencies
Above state avg (11.3)
3 complaint-triggered

Fallbrook Commons shows persistent fire safety and building maintenance issues across multiple surveys, with recurring problems in smoke barriers, exit clearance, and fire equipment maintenance. The facility has also had deficiencies in medication management, care planning, and resident rights. While all identified issues have correction dates, families filed complaints that led to citations for medication errors and abuse protection concerns, suggesting ongoing care quality challenges.

Mar 4, 2025Complaint
2
0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

Aug 22, 2024Routine
30
0015Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0363Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0578Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0657Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0695Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0868Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0374Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

0923Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0661Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

0645Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0699Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

0222Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0919Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0577Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

0582Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

0623Minimal · PatternCorrected

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.

0625Minimal · PatternCorrected

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.

Aug 22, 2024Complaint
1
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Jun 15, 2023Routine
16
0004Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0371Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0684Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

0655Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0802Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0342Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

0911Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

0355Minimal · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Aug 18, 2021Routine
7
0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0161Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0753Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Fallbrook Commons

Organization Type

nonprofit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

North Country Associates

Chain Size

9 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.3/5 · Rank 5 of 9

Ownership & Management

Owners

Botein & Company

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Dlf-Mct Equity Partners, LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Fb Portland LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Great River Productions Profit Sharing Plan

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Knight Investment Company LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Laundry French Construction Company LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

North South

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Poncher Investment Partners

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Spdb LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Stroudwater Sr Partners LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Wr Realty

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Wr Realty LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Friedman, David

Owner (parent company)

Harstad, Paul

Owner (parent company)

Landry, Denis

Owner (parent company)

Maguire, Daniel

Owner (parent company)

Orestis, John

Owner (parent company)

Tyler, Michael

Owner (parent company)

Key personnel

Fallbrook Care Operations, LLCManagerCyr, GlenManagerMarino, RichardManagerRichards, MaryManagerRogers, JoelManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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