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Petra House Waiver is an idyllic community in Waterville, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.
Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, fun activities and enriching programs are conducted. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with a variety of healthy dining options. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and cozy communal spaces.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Maine state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 0.3 | 1 | This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.3 vs. ME avg 1).↓ 70% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.1 | 0.2 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.1 vs. ME avg 0.2).↓ 50% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 11 | 20 | This facility has 45% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (11 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 45% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on June 16, 2025, was a complaint investigation and found the facility to be in substantial compliance with licensing and infection control regulations, with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed mixed results, including a July 28, 2023 biennial survey that cited a deficiency related to incomplete medication administration records for as-needed medications. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations prior to the latest inspection were unsubstantiated. The record shows improvement, with the most recent inspection free of deficiencies following earlier issues with medication documentation.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Building Type: Single-story
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Jonathan Capeci serves as the Executive Director at Petra House Waiver, leading the community with dedication and professionalism. He oversees operations and ensures the delivery of quality services to residents, fostering a supportive and welcoming environment.
0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waterville's city center to Petra House Waiver's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Petra House Waiver is located in Waterville, Maine.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Mount Joseph at Waterville |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Waterville (Highwood Street) | 138 | No | 36 | - | 86.1% | A+ | - | - | - | - |
| Quarry Road Residential Center |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waterville | 12 | No | 33 | - | 100.0% | - | 19 | 8 | 31 | 1.6 |
| Pleasant Street Services |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waterville | 6 | No | 84 | - | - | - | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Western Avenue Services |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waterville | 5 | No | 51 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | - | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Petra House Waiver |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waterville | 3 | No | 59 | - | 66.7% | - | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0.1 |
Petra House Waiver has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to ME state health department records, Petra House Waiver's license number is RCC2163.
According to ME state health department records, Petra House Waiver's license expires on August 10, 2025.
Petra House Waiver's occupancy is 67%.
Petra House Waiver has 3 beds.
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Petra House Waiver is located at 34 Oak St, Waterville, ME 04901.
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