Woodlawn Rehabilitation

    59-77 W Front St, Skowhegan, ME, 04976
    2.6 · 5 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Compassionate but inadequate daily care

    I had mixed experiences. The admin and many staff were friendly and supportive-especially during end-of-life care, with compassionate attention, dog visits, and a large room for family-but chronic staffing shortages and indifferent RNs meant poor daily care: intake was done by a technician with no interview, and dietary needs/food allergies were ignored and meals served my loved one couldn't eat. Visitation was allowed but visibility was limited.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    2.60 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      3.3
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      2.6
    • Value

      2.6

    Pros

    • Friendly staff
    • Compassionate care
    • Supportive to family members
    • Comfortable end-of-life care
    • Staff went above and beyond in some cases
    • Dog visitation allowed
    • Large room space for family
    • Friendly administration

    Cons

    • Perceived lack of care from staff and RNs
    • No formal welcome or admission interview
    • Intake handled only by a technician
    • Dietary needs not addressed
    • Food allergies not accommodated
    • Meals served that patients could not eat
    • Visitation visibility limited
    • Staffing shortages
    • Inconsistent care quality

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is mixed, with clear praise for individual caregivers and some aspects of the facility balanced against significant operational and safety concerns. Several reviews describe highly compassionate, family-oriented moments — especially around end-of-life care — while others report serious lapses in basic admission processes, nursing responsiveness, and dietary safety. The pattern suggests variability in resident experience that may be driven by staffing and process issues.

    Care quality is uneven in the reviewers' accounts. Positive comments highlight staff members who were friendly, compassionate, and willing to go above and beyond; reviewers reported comfort during end-of-life care and staff support for families. Conversely, multiple comments accuse nursing staff and other caregivers of not attending to patients' needs, with at least one reviewer characterizing the care as the "worst." This split indicates that while some employees provide excellent, attentive care, others are perceived as neglectful. The presence of staffing shortages noted in the summaries provides a plausible explanation for these inconsistencies: when staff are stretched thin, attention to detail and timeliness of care can suffer, producing very different experiences depending on shift, team, or individual caregiver.

    Administrative and intake processes are flagged as problematic. Reviewers reported no formal welcome or admission interview and said that intake was handled only by a technician rather than by nursing or admissions staff. That points to gaps in the facility's admission protocol and handoff procedures. Such omissions can directly affect care planning, appropriate assignment of staff, and communication with families. The friendly tone attributed to administration in some comments suggests that leadership may be personable, but a friendly demeanor does not appear to substitute for consistent admission procedures and clinical oversight.

    Dining and dietary safety emerge as a significant concern. Multiple reviews state that dietary needs and food allergies were not addressed and that meals were served which the patient could not eat. This raises safety and quality-of-care issues: failure to record or honor dietary restrictions can cause allergic reactions, nutritional problems, or distress for residents. Addressing this should be a high priority because it is a relatively discrete process improvement (clear intake documentation, dietician involvement, kitchen communication checklists) that would reduce risk and improve family trust.

    Facility features and visitation practices receive mixed notes. On the positive side, reviewers appreciate that dog visitation is allowed, family-sized rooms are available for end-of-life visits, and staff provided visible support to families in some cases. However, reviewers also said visitation visibility was limited, which could mean physical layout, restricted visiting windows, or inadequate staff assistance to facilitate family presence. These limitations can negatively affect families during critical times, particularly at end-of-life, when presence and visibility matter most.

    In summary, the reviews depict a facility with meaningful strengths — notably compassionate individual caregivers, a family-friendly environment in some situations, and amenities like dog visitation and larger rooms for family gatherings — but also with notable and potentially serious weaknesses. Key areas for improvement are consistency of nursing care, formalizing the admissions/intake process, ensuring dietary requirements and allergy safeguards, and addressing staffing shortages to reduce variability in resident experience. If management focuses on standardized admission protocols, stronger oversight of nursing and dietary practices, and staffing stabilization or better scheduling, the facility could convert many of the positive individual experiences into consistent quality of care across all residents.

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    About Woodlawn Rehabilitation

    Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is dedicated to providing exceptional care across a range of specialized services, including Short-Stay Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, and Long Term Care. Residents and their families can expect support delivered by a thoughtful and experienced staff whose commitment to health, safety, and the highest standards of care sets the facility apart. The team at Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center emphasizes evidence-based clinical best practices, ensuring that each resident receives tailored support designed to promote well-being, recovery, and comfort.

    Whether individuals are transitioning from a recent hospital stay back to everyday living or recovering from injury with the aim of regaining independence as quickly as possible, the center offers a compassionate environment focused on each resident’s unique needs. For those seeking a caring, nurturing setting for long-term residency, Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is recognized for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and the professionalism of its caregivers. Every aspect of daily life and clinical care is overseen by dedicated staff members, all striving to maintain dignity, respect, and a sense of home for each resident.

    Over decades of operation, Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center has garnered a reputation for excellence in healthcare services for individuals requiring attentive rehabilitation or comprehensive nursing support. The facility’s enduring mission is to ensure that residents not only receive the medical attention they need, but also experience genuine compassion and a sense of community. Families and residents alike appreciate the difference made by a team deeply invested in the well-being, happiness, and progress of everyone in their care.

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