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Woodlawn Rehabilitation

59 West Front Street

2.3(7 ratings)· Skowhegan average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Total units
46
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
46
Operator
Run by Maine-based First Atlantic Corporation, 30+ years
Rehab focus
Offers short-stay rehabilitation after hospital discharge

What Families Think

Reviews of Woodlawn Rehabilitation are sharply divided: one family described attentive nursing staff and a clean, comfortable rehab stay, while several others reported serious concerns about understaffing, neglected personal care, food quality, and slow response to maintenance and communication requests. The community's Google rating sits low at 2.3 from a small number of reviews, reflecting this split experience.

The Good

  • Some staff described as compassionate and competent
  • One reviewer praised clean facility and decent food
  • Administrative staff helped navigate rehab options
  • Short-stay rehabilitation available after hospital stays

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of chronic understaffing affecting care
  • One account of neglected personal hygiene care (toenails)
  • Reviewers describe cold, low-quality food repeatedly
  • One report of bed bugs and odor issues
  • Slow maintenance response and poor communication cited
  • One report of dietary/allergy needs not accommodated

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Woodlawn Rehabilitation is a senior living community in Skowhegan, Maine offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 2.3 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

About Woodlawn Rehabilitation

Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Skokhegan, Maine offers skilled nursing care, short-stay rehabilitation, and long-term care services. The facility is operated by First Atlantic Corporation, a Maine-owned company with over 30 years of experience in the long-term care industry.

The center provides specialized professional levels of care and support delivered by an experienced, professional staff who follow evidence-based clinical best practices designed to promote health and safety. The facility describes itself as offering a welcoming, comfortable environment with a home-like setting.

The community serves residents transitioning from hospital stays, those recovering from injuries, and individuals seeking full-time care. The staff is described as thoughtful and committed to delivering high-quality care.

Types of Care at Woodlawn Rehabilitation

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Woodlawn Rehabilitation

2.3overall · 7 ratings combined

2.3★ on Google (7)

Jeff Hodge

Jun 2026

via Google

After two and a half months in the hospital with a spinal cord injury,I'm currently a resident.If it wasn't for the fact that there are some nice staff.I wouldn't even give this place 1 star.And there's a lot of the staff that are really unhappy to the point that they don't even like each other. Making it a hostile environment. And they always complain that someone has called out,leaving them short staffed. Which compromises the care of the residents. The director of nursing has instructed nurses to come in and trim my toenails for me. Nobody ever did it. They have not been trimmed since January.They're getting dangerously long.That's just one of many examples of neglect. The building is old and outdated. They're in the process of "remodeling." I've been here since April 13th.And as far as I know they've only done a few rooms. I believe there's twenty.And all they're doing is doing a deep clean in the room and painting. Supposedly new furniture has been ordered. But the staff said that that's been the rumor for a year. The food is terrible and is almost always cold. Some dishes can be warmed up. But,warmed up pancakes or waffles in the microwave are horrible.Scrambled eggs are out of a carton. So liquid egg.They're gross.Also we get vegetables out of the can and instant potatoes or potatoes out of the can. Really?? In a state known for its potatoes,we're getting that crap! This place needs to be investigated.Without notice. Just show up. And witness it. This all falls on the administrator and corporate. If you care about your loved one,keep them out of here.👎

Peter Freeman

Feb 2026

via Google

I brought my mother here for skilled nursing rehab after her hospital stay - We found Woodlawn to be a really terrific place for her in this moment. The nursing staff was competent, willing to help and compassionate, the administrative staff was easy to work with, professional, and went above and beyond to help us navigate my mother's options. The facility was clean and the food was decent. It is never easy when parents or loved ones begin this new phase of life - it has not been for us - maybe you will not find everything your looking for here, but you will find real comfort, professional assistance and good honest caring people - which is about as much as anyone can hope for.

Jackie Staples

Dec 2025

via Google

When you walk in all you can smell is urine and poop they have all the windows screwed closed so you can open it very high in the summer.they are always running out of supples, they have a break out of bed bugs and they are always short handled the maintenance for get it it takes weeks to get stuff done. And no matter what they never call you back when you need to talk to people.and every thing has to be cleared thought the D O N. The residents have to wait hours for help and to get stuff done.it’s really sad the residents can’t even give out Christmas cards the administration will not let them.

Sarah Lesserd

May 2025

via Google

Great friendly staff! Unfortunately short like most places. Admin is friendly

Chad Hoyt

Feb 2018

via Google

The worst care for any patient, the staff and RN DONT care about patients needs or requirements for care. My grandmother is there because they were the only open bed at the time . (Trying to get her out and the best care she needs and deserves) .. No welcome, no interview, only intake from the technician,height weight etc ,, my grandmother has certain dietary and physical needs. AT NO POINT was these addressed. In fact she was served food that she couldn’t eat and was told that they didn’t accommodate someone with certain food allergies. This SNF doesn’t have good ratings or patient care . Please send the ones you love somewhere else if not somewhere more caring...

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Government Inspection History

7 inspection visits in the last three years, 70 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 25, 2026Health Complaint3 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 12, 2026

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 12, 2026

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 12, 2026

Feb 3, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 16, 2026

  • Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 16, 2026

Oct 17, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 21, 2025

Jul 31, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard20 citations
  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 31, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025

  • Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2025

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 7, 2025

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 8, 2025

Aug 28, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard19 citations
  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 17, 2024

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 17, 2024

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 17, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 17, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2024

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 17, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 17, 2024

Apr 23, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 12, 2024

Mar 16, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard24 citations
  • Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Meet other general requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 18, 2023

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 18, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 18, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 18, 2023

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 18, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Woodlawn Rehabilitation offer?

Woodlawn Rehabilitation offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Woodlawn Rehabilitation located?

Woodlawn Rehabilitation is located at 59 West Front Street in Skowhegan, Maine.

What do families say about Woodlawn Rehabilitation?

Reviews of Woodlawn Rehabilitation are sharply divided: one family described attentive nursing staff and a clean, comfortable rehab stay, while several others reported serious concerns about understaffing, neglected personal care, food quality, and slow response to maintenance and communication requests. The community's Google rating sits low at 2.3 from a small number of reviews, reflecting this split experience.

How did Woodlawn Rehabilitation do on recent health and safety inspections?

Woodlawn Rehabilitation had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 70 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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