Traditions Memory Care of Newton

2130 West 18th Street South · Newton, IA · 50208 · 6417911127

46 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Accura Healthcare

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

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Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 72
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 61
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 34
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.243.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.390.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.83≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year25%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (7 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · E October 28, 2025 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected December 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E October 28, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected December 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected July 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025

    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Corrected July 31, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024

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

    Corrected August 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D August 11, 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 August 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected August 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165420 · certified since October 1, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.