Occupancy rate
75%
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%Birch Grove
Assisted Living in Lewiston
Birch Grove
Assisted Living in Lewiston
Live with dignity at Birch Grove, an inviting retreat in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ living experiences, the community provides top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7. Transferring assistance and medication management are also provided for convenience and safety.
With a variety of exciting events and engaging programs, residents have plenty to experience. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents can travel conveniently and safely with transportation services. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its warm and nurturing environment.
4-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 11 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%Occupied beds
3 / 4
Average residents
64 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationApril 6, 2026
CountyAndroscoggin
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC38878
Birch Grove is administrated by Shane Ashe.
Fax+1 (207) 753-1944
Types of Care at Birch Grove
Assisted Living
Inspection History
In Maine, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification is responsible for inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure they meet quality of care standards.
8 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Breakdown by inspection type
- 5 desk reviews
- 3 on-site inspections
Results
1 with issues
7 without issues
Maine average: 10 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
May 21, 2024
Inspection history
05/21/2024
ON-SITE INSPECTION
ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION
02/12/2024
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
08/15/2022
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
04/26/2022
ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
01/13/2022
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
06/02/2020
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
03/18/2020
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
05/30/2019
ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
1 deficiency
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Maine average: 3 deficiencies
0.1 deficiencies per inspection
Maine average: 0.2 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Birch Grove
The most recent inspection on May 20, 2024, found deficiencies related to outdated Releases of Information for one resident. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so it is unclear if this issue has appeared before. The main deficiency involved documentation rather than care or safety concerns. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Without additional data, it is difficult to determine a clear trend in compliance for this facility.
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine
Birch Grove is located in Lewiston, Maine.
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3.2 miles from city center
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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