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Lubear Way is a dedicated community nestled in the peaceful residential area of Auburn, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ living conditions, providing top-tier services for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, and household tasks, around the clock. For residents’ safety, an emergency response system is also provided.
With a carefully curated calendar of engaging programs and exciting events, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is also provided. The community’s dedicated services and well-maintained amenities create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.
Higher 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.
Inspections
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Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 20 | This facility has 80% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (4 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 80% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 8, 2024, found the facility in substantial compliance with the applicable regulations and no deficiencies were noted. Earlier inspections also showed no deficiencies, indicating consistent adherence to regulatory standards. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. The facility appears to maintain compliance with the licensing requirements for Level III Residential Care Facilities. This suggests a stable regulatory history without identified issues.
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Building Type: Single-story
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3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Auburn's city center to Lubear Way's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Lubear Way is located in Auburn, Maine.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Clover Health Care |
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.
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. | Auburn (Minot Avenue) | 244 | Yes | 47 | - | 76.1% | A+ | - | - | - | - |
| The Chapman House |
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. | Auburn | 30 | Yes | 82 | Private Rooms | 83.3% | - | Bonnie J. Iwans | 22 | 6 | 0.3 |
| Lubear Way |
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. | Auburn (Rowe Corner) | 4 | No | 1 | - | 100.0% | - | - | 4 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Pinnacle Drive |
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. | Auburn | 4 | No | 23 | - | - | - | - | 6 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Rochelle Street |
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. | Auburn | 2 | No | 21 | - | 50.0% | - | Brian Vye | 5 | 1 | 0.2 |
Lubear Way is in the Rowe Corner neighborhood of Auburn.
Lubear Way has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to ME state health department records, Lubear Way's license number is RCC38944.
According to ME state health department records, Lubear Way's license expires on June 10, 2025.
Lubear Way's occupancy is 100%.
Lubear Way has 4 beds.
Lubear Way is located at 47 Lubear Way, Auburn, ME 04210.
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