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Orono Commons

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

117 BENNOCH RD, Orono, ME 04473

80 Beds
Medicare Since 1969

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117 BENNOCH RD
Orono, ME 04473

About Orono Commons

Nursing home overview and details

Orono Commons is a for-profit nursing home in Orono, ME, serving Penobscot County and the surrounding community. The facility has 80 certified beds with an average daily census of 72 residents.

Orono Commons has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1969, bringing 57 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with GENESIS HEALTHCARE, which provides administrative support and oversight.

CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Orono, ME, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating2/5 Stars
Certified Beds80
Avg. Residents/Day72
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilNone
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyPenobscot
Affiliated Doctors5

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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Below Average

CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Orono Commons has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.

Health Inspection

Below Average

Quality Measures

Average

Staffing

Very Good

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Orono Commons provides 3.57 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.30 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 56.3%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 34.8%. Weekend staffing averages 3.33 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day1.30
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.57
Total Nurse Turnover Rate56.3%
RN Turnover Rate34.8%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.33

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Orono Commons has received 1 fine totaling $10,358. 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 ($10,358)
Total Penalties1

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Orono Commons

What is the CMS rating for Orono Commons?

Orono Commons has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Orono Commons have?

Orono Commons has 80 certified beds with an average daily census of 72 residents.

What type of facility is Orono Commons?

Orono Commons is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Penobscot County in Orono, ME.

How many doctors practice at Orono Commons?

5 physicians are affiliated with Orono Commons. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Orono Commons have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Orono Commons has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·