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Wakan Avenue
Maintain independence at Wakan Avenue, an idyllic retreat in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, with top-notch support provided around the clock. Housekeeping and maintenance of its accessible accommodations are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.
A variety of engaging activities and light exercises are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can also travel conveniently and safely with transportation services and parking spaces. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its well-maintained amenities and exceptional services.
Community insights.
About this community
Wakan Avenue is administered by Justin Nsenga.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 2 deficiencies 1 inspection
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.
Since 2023 vs. Maine state average• Deficiencies per inspection (26% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 33% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.0 | 1.59 | This facility has 26% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 1.59).↑ 26% worse |
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 |
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Places of interest near Wakan Avenue
1.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lewiston's city center to Wakan Avenue's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Lewiston
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 |
| 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 |
| Wakan Avenue | AL | Lewiston | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
18
Rank
#292 / 346 | No |
25
Facility
25
ME AVG
37
Rank
#194 / 346 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#1 / 230 | Justin Nsenga | 1 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#98 / 237 | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
3
Rank
#129 / 237 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#159 / 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 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ME community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine
Wakan Avenue is located in Lewiston, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakan Avenue
Is Wakan Avenue in a walkable area?
Wakan Avenue has a walk score of 25. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Wakan Avenue?
According to ME state health department records, Wakan Avenue's license number is RCA39604.
What is the occupancy rate at Wakan Avenue?
Wakan Avenue's occupancy is 100%.
Are pets allowed at Wakan Avenue?
No, Wakan Avenue has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Wakan Avenue?
Justin Nsenga is the administrator of Wakan Avenue.
How many beds does Wakan Avenue have?
Wakan Avenue has 2 beds.
Has Wakan Avenue had any deficiencies?
Wakan Avenue has had 2 reported deficiencies according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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