Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%Wakan Avenue
Assisted Living in Lewiston
Wakan Avenue
Assisted Living in Lewiston
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.
2-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 25 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%Occupied beds
2 / 2
Average residents
64 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationOctober 27, 2025
CountyAndroscoggin
License LevelLEVEL I RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCA39604
Wakan Avenue is administrated by Justin Nsenga.
Fax+1 (207) 800-3027
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Wakan Avenue
Assisted Living
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.
4 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Breakdown by inspection type
- 2 desk reviews
- 2 on-site inspections
Results
2 with issues
2 without issues
Maine average: 10 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
September 29, 2025
Inspection history
09/29/2025
DESK REVIEW
ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION
11/09/2023
ON-SITE INSPECTION
ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION
03/07/2023
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
10/27/2022
ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
2 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Maine average: 3 deficiencies
0.5 deficiencies per inspection
Maine average: 0.2 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Wakan Avenue
The most recent inspection on November 9, 2023, found deficiencies related to maintaining resident records on-site and conducting required fire drills while residents were asleep. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns are unclear. The main issues involved documentation of resident information and fire safety procedures. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Without additional data, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in compliance over time.
Compare Assisted Living around Lewiston The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
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