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Assisted Living Home

Montello Manor

Assisted Living Home

Montello Manor

540 College St, Lewiston, ME 04240 View map
Overview of Montello Manor

Montello Manor has provided quality services in Lewiston for over 50 years. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness is met with full support. Residents of the community are encouraged to have a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance.
Montello’s lifestyle is easy and worry-free, offering short-term care, hospital-to-home services, and therapies. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
1/5
Maine average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
1/5
Maine average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5
Maine average: 4.0/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5
Maine average: 2.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 11m per day

This home provides 7% less nursing time per resident than the Maine average.

Maine average: 4h 30m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 44m per day 1h 3m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 55m per day 2h 51m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 30m per day 3h 55m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 7m per day 4m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 22m per day 44m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 81

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Maine average
Occupancy rate 81%
Residents per day (avg) 36
Occupancy rate
81%
Residents per day (avg)
36

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

52% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Medicaid

31% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.3M
Operating loss
-$657.4K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9,279,612.00
Operating loss
$-657,380.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.6M
28.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.3M
Total costs $9.9M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Care Services

Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Montello Manor, Montello Commons, Montello Heights, The Gardens

Types of Care at Montello Manor

Respite Care Hospice Care Nursing Home Memory Care
Contact Montello Manor

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Maine average 5


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations 38

Maine average 28.5

Citations per inspection
7.6

Maine average 5.88


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

25 of 38 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 38 resulted from complaint investigations; and 11 of 38 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
233% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maine average

Maine average: 0.4

1 critical citation More info Maine average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Maine average: 0.4

34 moderate citations More info Maine average: 25.8

3 minor citations More info Maine average: 2.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Lewiston The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

Marshwood 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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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).

Lewiston
108
Yes
21
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Montello Manor
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Lewiston
81
No
33
-
Montello Heights Retirement Community
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.

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).

Lewiston
80
Yes
23
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Freeport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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).

Freeport (Freeport)
-
No
53
-

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Address 2.7 miles from city center — 1.29 miles to nearest hospital (St. Mary's Center for Hyperbaric and Wound Care)

Address 540 College St, Lewiston, ME 04240

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 93
Employees 76
Contractors 17
Staff to resident ratio 2.51:1
31% better than Maine average

Maine average ratio: 1.92:1

Avg staff/day 26
Average shift 6.9 hours
15% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 16,319
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 45
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

4.9%

801 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medical Director: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant450458,46191100%6.8
Licensed Practical Nurse9092,34191100%6.9
Registered Nurse9091,3728897%7.6
Dietitian20295891100%6.8
Medication Aide/Technician3039588998%7.7
Mental Health Service Worker4045606774%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224566066%7.6
Administrator2024496066%7.5
Nurse Practitioner2024185662%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant0661173842%2.8
Physical Therapy Aide033992123%4.3
Speech Language Pathologist011581921%3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112478%3.4
Medical Director022191011%1.9
Occupational Therapy Aide01118910%2
Qualified Social Worker0111078%1.5
45 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 97%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 100%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 98%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 74%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 66%
2 Administrator
% of Days 66%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 42%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 23%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 21%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 11%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 8%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
37 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
30 residents (81.1%)
Private pay or other
7 residents (18.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 15.7
10% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 14.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 32.8
13% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 29.1

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Maine avg: 2.0 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 27.0%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 26.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 38.0%
21% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 31.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.5%
12% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 29.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 8.7%
97% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.9%
36% better than Maine average

Maine average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.2%
21% better than Maine average

Maine average: 2.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.9%
66% better than Maine average

Maine average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.6%
37% better than Maine average

Maine average: 10.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.3%
73% better than Maine average

Maine average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.2%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 90.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.2%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 95.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 59.1%
17% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 70.8%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $15K
40% lower than Maine average

Maine average: $24K

Number of fines 1
18% fewer fines than Maine average

Maine average: 1.2

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Maine average

Maine average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $15K
Maine average $24K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 12, 2023
$15K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural access emphasized.

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.

$943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.

Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+, Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.

~$2,000/month (varies by AAA).

Not strict; prioritizes low-income.

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+, Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$34,000/year (individual, 80% AMI, varies by county).

Not specified; focus on income.

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

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

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+, Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.

No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.

$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population in rural areas.

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+, Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.

$2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).

$9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).

Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

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