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Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waterville, ME
Exterior view of Woodlands Senior Living facility with landscaping Exterior view of Woodlands Senior Living sign and building Dining room set for a meal at a senior living facility Cozy common area with a blue recliner and a desk Cozy common area with seating and a television

Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waterville, ME
147 W River Rd, Waterville, ME 04901 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville

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Resting gracefully in Waterville, Maine, Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville is a flourishing community that has held its place as the premier retirement destination in central Maine since 1996. Spread across a spacious campus, this community offers a plethora of care options for seniors, including assisted living with memory care, along with independent living private homes. With meticulous design and architecture, every facet of this community has been carefully considered to ensure a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.

With a focus on providing top-notch care, they offer various apartment layouts for independent living, ranging from studios to one and two-bedroom units. For those in need of assisted living or memory care, private and shared rooms are available, ensuring a personalized and supportive environment. With round-the-clock availability of their carefully selected staff, this community is dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of its residents. Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville is committed to offering a comprehensive range of care solutions and accepts both private pay and MaineCare.

Facility Direct Line (207) 861-5685
Facility Direct Line (207) 861-5685
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Bed community size
58-bed community Rank #45 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 356 homes in Maine for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maine facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maine that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
31 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #254 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 254th out of 422 homes in Maine for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maine that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
97%
Rank #116 / 240Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 240 homes in Maine for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 240. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maine that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
56 / 58
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 5, 2027
CountyKennebec
License LevelRESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCF1075
AccreditationsThe Joint Commission

Ownership & Operating Entity

Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville is administered by Renee Hanscom.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Linda Johnston, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 861-5684

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPrivate Apartments

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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.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 6 deficiencies 75 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Since 2022 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 63 This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (6 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.10.2 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 7520 This facility has had 275% more total inspections than the Maine average (75 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 275% more
Inspection breakdown
42on-site inspections
32desk reviews
1other inspection

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The October 30, 2025 biennial survey found two medication administration record deficiencies, including missing documentation and failure to report a medication error incident.
  • The September 5, 2023 complaint investigation confirmed a repeat medication transcription and administration error involving Morphine, with unsafe procedures documented.
  • Multiple complaint investigations from 2024 through 2025 found the facility in substantial compliance with assisted housing and infection control regulations.
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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Waterville's city center to Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.75 miles to nearest hospital (MaineGeneral Medical Center - Center for Health and Rehabilitation)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville is located in Waterville, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Rural access emphasized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals ($6/meal) Adult day services ($60/day)

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Age —
General Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
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Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.
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Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (hours unlimited per medical need)

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,000/month varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
ME

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Benefits
Personal care (20-30 hours/week) PERS Adult day care Home modifications

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+
General Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, 80% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not specified; focus on income.
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Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Benefits
Wheelchair ramps Grab bars Roof repairs (up to $20,000/project)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+
General Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.
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Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Benefits
Medical care Personal care Day center Transportation Respite (tailored to need)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Age —
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
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Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

Benefits
Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville

Is Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville in a walkable area?

Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville?

According to ME state health department records, Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville's license number is RCF1075.

When does Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville's license expires on November 5, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville?

Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville's occupancy is 97%.

How long has Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville been in business?

Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville has been operating for approximately 31 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville?

No, Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville?

Renee Hanscom is the administrator of Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville.

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