Skip to main content
Nursing Home

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

163 VAN BUREN RD SUITE 2, Caribou, ME 04736

40 Beds
Medicare Since 1994

Contact Maine Veterans Home

Get Directions

163 VAN BUREN RD SUITE 2
Caribou, ME 04736

About Maine Veterans Home - Caribou

Nursing home overview and details

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou is an nursing home in Caribou, ME, serving Aroostook County and the surrounding community. The facility has 40 certified beds with an average daily census of 36 residents.

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1994, bringing 32 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with MAINE VETERANS' HOME, which provides administrative support and oversight.

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Caribou, ME, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating5/5 Stars
Certified Beds40
Avg. Residents/Day36
OwnershipNon profit - Other
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyAroostook
Affiliated Doctors2

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

5of 5

Excellent

CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Very Good

Quality Measures

Below Average

Staffing

Excellent

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou provides 5.21 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.54 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 34.0%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 25.0%. Weekend staffing averages 4.71 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day1.54
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day5.21
Total Nurse Turnover Rate34.0%
RN Turnover Rate25.0%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)4.71

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has received 1 fine totaling $7,901. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($7,901)
Total Penalties1

Doctors at Maine Veterans Home - Caribou

2 affiliated physicians

Patient Reviews

Reviews and ratings from patients

Loading reviews...

Manage This Nursing Home Profile

Claim your profile to update information, respond to reviews, add photos, and showcase your facility to families and patients.

Claim & Manage Profile

Frequently Asked Questions

About Maine Veterans Home - Caribou

What is the CMS rating for Maine Veterans Home - Caribou?

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Maine Veterans Home - Caribou have?

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has 40 certified beds with an average daily census of 36 residents.

What type of facility is Maine Veterans Home - Caribou?

Maine Veterans Home - Caribou is a non profit - other nursing home serving Aroostook County in Caribou, ME.

How many doctors practice at Maine Veterans Home - Caribou?

2 physicians are affiliated with Maine Veterans Home - Caribou. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Maine Veterans Home - Caribou have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Maine Veterans Home - Caribou has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·