Residents and families frequently describe staff as kind, helpful, and attentive to needs.
Across many reviews, people mention friendly, compassionate staff and describe getting help when they ask. Several families also say communication was clear when they had questions and that staff treated them with respect during rehab or end-of-life care. A few reviews do note problems with follow-through or access to help, but positive experiences with caring staff are a consistent thread.
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Cleanliness and odor are mentioned
Multiple reviews call out the facility’s cleanliness and lack of unpleasant odors.
Many reviewers comment that the building is clean and well kept, and some contrast it with places that felt dirty or smelled. A smaller set of reviews raises cleanliness-related concerns, including issues with laundry and housekeeping. Overall, cleaning and odors come up often as part of day-to-day impressions of the center.
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Food quality is a recurring mixed point
Food gets mixed feedback, including complaints about temperature and overall quality.
Some residents and families describe the food positively, including comments about meals being good. Other reviews are much more negative, citing food that felt cold or of low quality and describing specific items they didn’t like. This contrast suggests dining satisfaction varies by experience and timing, rather than being uniformly praised.
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Access to help can be slow
Several reviews report difficulty getting timely assistance when help is needed.
A number of reviews mention waiting after using call buttons or struggling to reach staff by phone. Some also describe nights or evenings when there seemed to be limited help in hallways. At the same time, a portion of reviewers say staff responded quickly and were there when needed, so the experience appears inconsistent.
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Facility upkeep and staffing are questioned
Some reviews raise concerns about outdated areas, staffing levels, and safety.
Several reviewers mention that the building needs upgrades or feels outdated in some areas. Others connect care problems to understaffing, describing periods when wings were not covered or assistance was delayed. A minority of reviews directly call out safety concerns and urge families to stay alert, while many others report feeling their loved one was safe and well cared for.
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Therapy and activities are a highlight
Reviews frequently mention rehab therapy support and ongoing activities.
People often describe rehab-related progress and highlight the work of therapists such as PT/OT. Activities also come up, with reviewers mentioning scheduled programming and community events during visits. A few reviews express dissatisfaction with the amount or consistency of therapy, which adds to the overall sense that experiences can differ.
How we summarize
We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
21 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Lewiston, Maine offers a range of amenities and services that may be beneficial for seniors looking to live in the area. With a variety of restaurants, pharmacies, places of worship, physicians, hospitals, transportation options, parks, and even a theater nearby, residents have access to everything they may need within a short distance. The presence of multiple pharmacies and medical facilities such as Central Maine Medical Center and St Mary's Regional Medical Center ensures that seniors can easily access healthcare services. The proximity to parks like Veteran's Park and Simard-Payne Park also provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, transportation options like Yarmouth Taxi Express 24/7 Airport and City Cab make it convenient for seniors to travel around the area. Overall, this part of Lewiston appears to be a well-equipped and convenient location for senior living.
Restaurants
Val's Drive-In (0.5 miles)
Dubois Cafe & Variety (0.6 miles)
White Rock Distilleries (1.9 miles)
Gendron's Seafood (2.2 miles)
KFC (2.3 miles)
Governor's Restaurant (2.3 miles)
Gridiron Restaurant Sports Pub (2.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Medicine Shoppe (1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Medicine Shoppe (1.8 miles)
Bedard Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Bedard Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
Places of Worship
Prince of Peace Parish (1.3 miles)
Calvary United Methodist Church Parsonage (1.4 miles)
John G. Mendros, MD (1.7 miles)
Holy Trinity Church (1.7 miles)
Unity Bible Church (2 miles)
Prince Of Peace Church (2.3 miles)
Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul (2.6 miles)
Physicians
Central Maine Eye Care (1.7 miles)
Community Clinical Services (1.8 miles)
Lewiston Medical Associates (1.9 miles)
Internal Medicine Practices (1.9 miles)
St Mary's Neurology (1.9 miles)
St Mary S Psychiatry Lewiston (1.9 miles)
Women's Health Associates (2 miles)
Hospitals
St Mary's Regional Medical Center (2 miles)
New England Neurosurgery (2.1 miles)
Central Maine Medical Center (2.7 miles)
The Patrick Dempsey Center For Cancer Hope And Healing (2.7 miles)
Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute (2.7 miles)
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21 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Fully furnished apartments with dining, housekeeping, and comprehensive care services including medication management and medical transportation.
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