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Stillwater Health Care

335 Stillwater Ave

3.6(17 ratings)· Bangor average: 4.6

Part of First Atlantic Healthcare · 11 communities · 3★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
63
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Individual
Certified beds
63
Quality recognition
AHCA Bronze Quality Award for post-acute care
On-site therapy
Offers OT, PT, speech, and restorative therapy
Dialysis transport
Arranges transportation for off-site dialysis treatment
Medicaid assistance
Staff help families navigate MaineCare paperwork

What Families Think

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Family reviewers describe Stillwater Health Care as a warm, well-run skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Bangor with attentive, friendly staff and strong therapy services. Multiple reviewers highlight good food, cleanliness, and hands-on leadership, and one resident's first-person account praises the homelike atmosphere and responsive medical care.

What reviewers praise

  • Friendly, compassionate staff across departments
  • Administrator known to visit and know residents by name
  • Strong therapy program with OT, PT, ST, restorative care
  • Praised food quality and variety
  • Clean, homelike, non-sterile environment
  • Active engagement and outdoor activity spaces

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Stillwater Health Care is a senior living community in Bangor, Maine offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

About Stillwater Health Care

Stillwater Health Care in Bangor, Maine provides skilled nursing care, short-stay rehabilitation, and long-term care services in a home-like setting. The facility is operated by First Atlantic Corporation, a Maine-owned company with over 30 years of experience in long-term care.

The community emphasizes personalized, professional care delivered by experienced staff who follow evidence-based clinical best practices. Services are designed to support residents transitioning from hospital stays, recovering from injuries, or requiring ongoing full-time care with a focus on health, safety, and comfort.

Stillwater Health Care has received the AHCA Bronze Quality Award, one of the most prestigious awards in post-acute healthcare, modeled after the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.

Types of Care at Stillwater Health Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Stillwater Health Care

3.6overall · 17 ratings combined

3.6★ on Google (17)

Ellen Russell

Jun 2025

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I am a resident at the Stillwater nursing home in Bangor Maine. I’ve lived here since October 2024. I moved here from Dexter Maine nursing home because I had to have dialysis and Dexter was not able to transport me, but thankfully Stillwater is able to do that. I really like living at Stillwater nursing home. The staff are very pleasant to be around from the nurses to the CNA’s even to the housekeeper, some laundry and kitchen staff. They’re all very kind. They’re willing to help you and they don’t make you feel like you’re putting them out. The place is really nice and clean, but it doesn’t feel sterile. It’s homie. I feel like the nurses know what they’re doing and we get to feed the doctors as often as we need them. They hear every week which is a big change from what I lived with before so when I’m sick I get treated right away and that’s very nice. The staff in front of us all get along well I don’t see any clicks and you never hear anyone grumble about another staff. It’s a very happy atmosphere here. They have great fun activity here and a beautiful deck outback that we can hang out on in good Weather. They even have flower boxes on it that the residence could help plant stuff in this year. They’re doing flowers and herbs in them. Also, the food here is delicious. They know how to cook a chicken without drying it out in the same thing for pork and they have a good variety of food that they feed us. I’m even happy with the laundry. They take your dirty clothes sometimes they bring them back the same day they’re always back the next day And they’re all nice and clean and they smell good and they’re all hung up for you. I was really scared to come here. I don’t always like change, but I’m so glad that I did. All my experience here at Stillwater nursing home has been wonderful and I would recommend it to anyone

Brent Fewell

Mar 2025

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I can't say enough good things about Stillwater and the care provided. My mother has been a resident for over 2 years. Amanda, the manager, has done an amazing job ensuring top quality care and adequate staffing. The staff are wonderful, caring, and dedicated to the overall health and wellbeing of the residents. This is one of the better nursing care facilities that my family has experienced.

Lori Pike

Feb 2025

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When It was time for my sisters and I to find a long term care facility for our Mom, we didn't have to look long, as soon as we walked in to Stillwater Healthcare, we knew this was where we wanted her to be. The staff provide excellent care and it's obvious how much they love their residents, Stillwater has an awesome activity department that keep the residents engaged. The Dietary team serve hot and delicious food, my Mom eats 100% of her meals. The housekeeping staff keeps the facility clean and inviting. The Administrator is out and about and knows every resident by name. Stillwater also has a top notch Therapy Dept. that work wonders with the skilled patients as well as long term care residents, they offer OT, PT, ST and Restorative. I highly recommend Stillwater Healthcare.

Darlene Leighton

Feb 2025

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After my father died, we had to place my Mother in a home. Stillwater Health Care was the third one she was placed in. Although each home provided care, Stillwater Health has always felt like the perfect place for her. The staff is very friendly! Everyone smiles and is willing to help with any questions or requests. If there is an issue, I always receive a call from the staff. They always show a high level of compassion when answering my questions. I highly recommend Stillwater Health Care!

J. Tabor

Jan 2024

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When I was first considering moving my elderly mother into a nursing facility, I visited Stillwater. The director gave me a tour, and I was impressed that she spoke with residents that we met and knew everyone's name. The facility was very clean and the staff seemed friendly. My mother did move to Stillwater a few weeks later. I found the staff to be consistently helpful and they tried to make her feel welcome and at ease. The director went above and beyond helping me navigate the nightmare that is MaineCare. I would also like to thank Diana, director of social services. She was so friendly and helpful, as was all the caring staff at Stillwater.

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 47 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 27, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard12 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 23, 2026

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 24, 2026

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 24, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2026

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2026

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2026

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 24, 2026

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2026

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2026

  • Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2026

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 24, 2026

  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 24, 2026

Jan 16, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard25 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Establish staff and initial training requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2025

  • Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2025

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 29, 2025

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2025

  • Develop a communication plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2025

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 17, 2025

  • Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 17, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 6, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 17, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2025

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 12, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2025

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2025

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025

May 7, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 31, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 31, 2024

Mar 26, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 19, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 19, 2024

Nov 29, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 7, 2023

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2023

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 22, 2023

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 22, 2023

Aug 9, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 11, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Stillwater Health Care offer?

Stillwater Health Care offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Stillwater Health Care located?

Stillwater Health Care is located at 335 Stillwater Ave in Bangor, Maine.

What do families say about Stillwater Health Care?

Stillwater Health Care carries a 3.6 out of 5 rating from 17 Google reviews. Family reviewers describe Stillwater Health Care as a warm, well-run skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Bangor with attentive, friendly staff and strong therapy services. Multiple reviewers highlight good food, cleanliness, and hands-on leadership, and one resident's first-person account praises the homelike atmosphere and responsive medical care. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Stillwater Health Care do on recent health and safety inspections?

Stillwater Health Care had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 47 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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