Newaldaya Lifescapes
7511 University Avenue · Cedar Falls, IA · 50613 · 3192680401
112 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.56 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.63 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.13 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $132,074 |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected May 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · K June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · B June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 27, 2024 | Fine | $132,074 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165465 · certified since July 1, 2002. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.