About Newaldaya Lifescapes
Newaldaya Lifescapes, located in Cedar Falls, IA, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose Newaldaya Lifescapes
- High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.56 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.56 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Newaldaya Lifescapes provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 8 | May 22, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 44 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 13.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 17.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.7% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.7% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 8.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 96.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 11.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 12.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 90.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 1.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 27.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 30.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 6 complaints
- 2025: 1 complaint
- Total: 7 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2025 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. |
| Jul 25, 2024 | 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. |
| Jul 25, 2024 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| Jul 25, 2024 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| Jul 25, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| Jul 25, 2024 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition |
| Jul 25, 2024 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
CEDAR FALLS LUTHERAN HOME
Ownership Structure
- CEDAR FALLS LUTHERAN HOME Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- AMY CURLEY MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- JEFF FISHEL MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- DARRIN GILLETT MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- SHELLEEN HATCH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SHELLEEN HATCH ADP OF THE SNF
- ANNELIE HEINEN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- CRYSTAL JASPER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CRYSTAL JASPER ADP OF THE SNF
- DIANE KESTNER MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- BEVERLY LUPKES MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- DREW MCHOLM MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- ERIN O'NEILL-GLEASON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- PRADEEP RAMESH ADP OF THE SNF
- PRADEEP RAMESH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DAWNA SCHEFF OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- RON SPEARS MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab, LLC | N/A | 5 |
| Creekside | N/A | 5 |
| The Suites at Western Home Communities | N/A | 5 |
| Denver Sunset Home | N/A | 4 |
| Sunrise Hill Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Friendship Village Retirement | N/A | 5 |
| Oakview Nursing Home | N/A | 4 |
| Maple Manor Village | N/A | 4 |
| Hillcrest Home | N/A | 5 |
| Laporte City Specialty Care | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Newaldaya Lifescapes directly at 3192680401. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.