Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%Wakan Avenue
Assisted Living · Lewiston, ME
Wakan Avenue
Assisted Living · Lewiston, ME
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 per home in Maine
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
2 deficiencies
4 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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.
Since 2023 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (150% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (30% below)
• Total inspections (80% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (150% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (30% below)
• Total inspections (80% below)
Latest Inspection
September 29, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 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 year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 0.7 | 1 | This facility has 30% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.7 vs. ME avg 1).↓ 30% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.5 | 0.2 | This facility has 150% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.5 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 150% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
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 |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakan Avenue
Is Wakan Avenue in a walkable area?
Wakan Avenue has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. 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.
When does Wakan Avenue's license expire?
According to ME state health department records, Wakan Avenue's license expires on October 27, 2025.
What is the occupancy rate at Wakan Avenue?
Wakan Avenue's occupancy is 100%.
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.
What is the address of Wakan Avenue?
Wakan Avenue is located at 3 Wakan Ave., Lewiston, ME 04240.
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