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Birch Grove
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.
Community insights.
About this community
Birch Grove is administered by Shane Ashe.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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.
• Inspections With Deficiencies (at ME avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Deficiency Count (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Deficiency Count
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.0 | 1.59 | This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 1.59).↓ 37% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 3 | This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (1 vs. ME avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer |
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Inspections With Deficiencies
| 1 | 1 | This facility has inspections with deficiencies in line with the Maine average (1 vs. ME avg 1).— At avg |
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3.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lewiston's city center to Birch Grove's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Venture House | AL | Lewiston | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
18
Rank
#124 / 346 | No |
17
Facility
17
ME AVG
37
Rank
#232 / 346 | Private / Shared Rooms |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#211 / 230 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 237 |
| Birch Grove | AL | Lewiston | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
18
Rank
#182 / 346 | No |
11
Facility
11
ME AVG
37
Rank
#269 / 346 | - |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#178 / 230 | Shane Ashe | 1 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#98 / 237 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
3
Rank
#96 / 237 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#114 / 237 |
| Fifty Eight Sargent Avenue | AL IL MC NH | Lewiston | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
18
Rank
#182 / 346 | No |
22
Facility
22
ME AVG
37
Rank
#211 / 346 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#1 / 230 | Brian Vye | 2 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 237 |
| Macsullivan Home | AL | Lewiston | 3
Facility
3
ME AVG
18
Rank
#237 / 346 | No |
11
Facility
11
ME AVG
37
Rank
#269 / 346 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#1 / 230 | Marcia Turcotte | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 237 |
| Glory House | AL RESC | Lewiston | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
18
Rank
#292 / 346 | No |
8
Facility
8
ME AVG
37
Rank
#291 / 346 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#1 / 230 | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 237 |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine
Birch Grove is located in Lewiston, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birch Grove
Is Birch Grove in a walkable area?
Birch Grove has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Birch Grove?
According to ME state health department records, Birch Grove's license number is RCC38878.
What is the occupancy rate at Birch Grove?
Birch Grove's occupancy is 75%.
Are pets allowed at Birch Grove?
No, Birch Grove has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Birch Grove?
Shane Ashe is the administrator of Birch Grove.
How many beds does Birch Grove have?
Birch Grove has 4 beds.
Has Birch Grove had any deficiencies?
Birch Grove has had 1 reported deficiency according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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