Life Care Center of Lewiston
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise consistently clean and odor-free facility. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 40 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its cleanliness and the kindness of its nursing staff, making it a strong candidate for long-term care. However, because one reviewer reported a serious incident regarding personal property, we recommend that families keep an inventory of belongings and maintain regular, unannounced visits to ensure peace of mind.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
40 reviews on Google“Life Care Center of Lewiston receives high praise from families for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and supportive environment. While the vast majority of reviews are glowing, one serious report of theft and neglect highlights the importance of staying vigilant regarding personal belongings and medical oversight.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Consistently clean and odor-free facility
- Friendly, welcoming, and attentive staff
- Strong support for family members during the admission process
- Effective rehab and post-care services
Concerns
- Allegations of theft of personal property
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 38 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1It is wonderful to see how clean and well-maintained the facility looks; what is your routine for ensuring the common areas stay so fresh and odor-free?
- 2We noticed how much the management values feedback through their responses to families; how do you typically involve family members in the care planning process?
- 3Since we are looking for great rehabilitation support, could you tell us more about how your rehab team helps residents transition back to their daily routines?
- 4What specific protocols do you have in place to ensure all personal belongings and valuables are securely tracked and protected within the resident rooms?
- 5How does the nursing team handle medical emergencies or changes in health status during the overnight hours?
- 6What kind of daily activities or social outings do you organize to keep the residents engaged and connected with one another?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Nurse Dana is very kind and knowledgeable. I appreciate her attention to details like verifying my mother’s allergies before administering a medicine in the same drug class.”
“What surprised me the most is the consistency of the staff and office personal. I have been visiting mom 3-4 times a week.”
“My mother lives there She is being taken care of by dedicated and caring staff. She likes the meals and loves all the activities provided.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Life Care Center of Lewiston shows a mixed inspection record with 17 deficiencies across 4 surveys, all corrected by the facility. The most recurring issues involve medication management, infection control, and resident safety protocols. While deficiencies were found in multiple areas including care planning and quality assurance, the facility has consistently addressed and corrected all identified problems, suggesting responsiveness to regulatory concerns.
Aug 1, 2025Routine6
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 18, 2022Routine2
Administration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Jul 27, 2018Routine8
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Jul 28, 2016Routine1
Interior Deficiencies
Exits that are free from obstructions and can be used at all times.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Life Care Center of Lewiston
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Life Care Centers of America
194 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.5/5 · Rank 33 of 194 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Developers Investment Company INC
Owner · Organization
Preston, Forrest
Owner
Preston, Forrest
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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References & Resources
Medicare Care Compare
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Google Reviews
40 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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