About Blackhawk Life Care Center
Blackhawk Life Care Center, located in Lake View, IA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Blackhawk Life Care Center
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 3.88 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.88 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the CAPSTONE MANAGEMENT network. This chain operates 5 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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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
Blackhawk Life Care Center 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 | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 104 | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 178 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jan 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) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.9% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 3.9% |
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) | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 1.2% |
| 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) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.4% |
| 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) | 4.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 93.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 76.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 12.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 17.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 96.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 25.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 20.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 12 complaints
- 2025: 7 complaints
- Total: 19 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct 27, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| May 22, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| May 22, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| May 22, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| May 22, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Nov 15, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Nov 15, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| May 15, 2024 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| May 15, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| May 15, 2024 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| May 15, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| May 15, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| May 15, 2024 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| May 15, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| May 15, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| May 15, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| May 15, 2024 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
Nearby Hospitals
CRAWFORD COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
DENISON, IA
BUENA VISTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
STORM LAKE, IA
ST ANTHONY REGIONAL HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME
CARROLL, IA
STEWART MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
LAKE CITY, IA
HORN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
IDA GROVE, IA
LORING HOSPITAL
SAC CITY, IA
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
BLACKHAWK LIFECARE INC
Ownership Structure
- THOMAS F JUCKETTE MARITAL TRUST Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- CAPSTONE MANAGEMENT LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LINDA JUCKETTE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LINDA JUCKETTE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LINDA JUCKETTE CORPORATE OFFICER
- TODD RIESSEN W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gracewell, An Eventide Community | N/A | 5 |
| Fonda Specialty Care | N/A | 5 |
| Regency Park Nursing and Rehab Center of Carroll | N/A | 5 |
| Twilight Acres | N/A | 5 |
| Denison Care Center | N/A | 4 |
| Accura Healthcare of Pomeroy, LLC | N/A | 3 |
| Odebolt Specialty Care | N/A | 3 |
| Methodist Manor Retirement Community | N/A | 3 |
| Park View Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 2 |
| St Anthony Senior Services | N/A | 2 |
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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 Blackhawk Life Care Center directly at 7126578527. 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.