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COVID-19 Second Booster Dose
The CDC recently released a recommendation for a second COVID-19 booster dose for certain persons. Specifically, a second mRNA booster dose could benefit people ages 50 years and older, as they are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. People ages 50 years and older may choose to receive a second booster dose, if it has been at least 4 months after the first booster. We recommend that appropriate residents receive their second booster dose. The COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna) are available. Please let your physician or nurse know right away if you or your loved one would like to receive the second booster.
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Sandy River Center
119 Livermore Falls Road, Farmington, ME 04938
Awards and Affiliations
Sandy River Center is a skilled nursing facility offering post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term and respite care. Our staff is dedicated to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from an illness or injury. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances. Sandy River Center is an AHCA Bronze Quality Award winner, a WE HONOR VETERANS partner and is VA contracted!
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Services
- ShortStay care
- LongTerm care
- Neurological care and rehabilitation
- Assisted / Senior Living
- Respite care
- Palliative care
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation - including joint replacement, injuries and amputation
- Attending Physicians
- Registered Nurses
- IV Therapy
- Colostomy care
- Dementia care
- Personal care
- Podiatry care
- Wound care
- X-ray
- Hospice care
- Pain management
- Case management
- Dietary and nutrition needs management
- Discharge planning
- Individual treatment plans
- Medication management
- 24-hour emergency alert and response system
- Coordinated transportation
- Cultural, educational, religious and social activities
- Recreation activities
- On-site Medical Director
- Bariatric specialties
- Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
- VA Contracted
Amenities
- Private and Semi-Private Rooms
- Spacious rooms
- Activity room
- Conveniently Located
- Beauty Salon / Barber Services
- Cable Television
- Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits
- Complimentary laundry facility on-site
- Housekeeping
- Mail and Newspaper Service
- Pets Permitted
- Pharmaceutical delivery service
- Phone service
- Wireless Internet
- Smoke free environment
- Private balcony/ porch / patio
- Scenic views
- Dining Room
Joanne Shaw, M.S.M., LNHA
AdministratorJoanne Shaw began serving as the Administrator for Sandy River Nursing Center in October of 2021. Her clinical and administrative career spans more than 35 years and includes transforming acute, sub-acute, and long term care teams with a focus on innovating leadership and process that requires improved performance, energy and drive. She has held Regional leadership positions and served on numerous healthcare boards and committees and has been a licensed nursing home administrator since 2000. She holds a Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration Management from Southern New Hampshire University and a BS in Health Care Administration from Southern New University. Past accomplishments include Executive Director of the Year, Area Executive, AHCA Facility Quality Award recipient, Above & Beyond District Facility Leader Award. She has been a member of the Massachusetts Chapter since 2007 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2008.
Craig Hinkley
Director of Admissions & MarketingCraig joined the Sandy River team in 2020 performing multiple duties before transitioning into the Marketing and Admissions Director. Craig has a medical background as a licensed PTA graduating in 2019 from KVCC. He also brings along experience in marketing and sales with former businesses. Craig is Sandy Rivers lead team member for the Customer Excellence committee and Partner Program. In his spare time Craig enjoys fishing, hunting, bowling and spending time with his family. He is dedicated to making a smooth transition into Sandy River for patients and their families.
