Nursing home

Newaldaya Lifescapes

7511 University Avenue, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613

Ownership type: Non profit - Corporation.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 4 out of 54of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 4-star overall rating for Newaldaya Lifescapes, with 12 inspection citations on record (1 higher severity). Federal records include $132,074 in the current dataset.
CMS overall
4
of 5
Health inspection
2
of 5
Staffing
5
of 5
Quality measures
5
of 5
Certified beds
112
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall4 of 5
Health inspection2 of 5
Staffing5 of 5
Quality measures5 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 4
15
Black Hawk Co. avg 3.25Iowa avg 3.13This facility
This facility: 4 of 5. Black Hawk Co. avg: 3.25. Iowa avg: 3.13.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

12
Citations on record
1
Higher severity (G–L)
7
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
92024
32025
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

1 record · $132,074 total · Jun 27, 2024
  1. Jun 27, 2024$132,074

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

No payment-denial records are included in this data for this facility.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)30.79%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)1.49%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)2.06%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Ownership

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Cedar Falls Lutheran Home5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Curley, AmyMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Fishel, JeffMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Gillett, DarrinMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Heinen, AnnelieMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Kestner, DianeMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Lupkes, BeverlyMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Mcholm, DrewMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Spears, RonMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Hatch, ShelleenOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Jasper, CrystalOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
O'neill-Gleason, ErinOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Ramesh, PradeepOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Scheff, DawnaOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Hatch, ShelleenADP OF THE SNF
Jasper, CrystalADP OF THE SNF
Ramesh, PradeepADP OF THE SNF

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Black Hawk County.

7511 University Avenue, Cedar Falls
Black Hawk County · IA · 50613
112 certified beds42.5131, -92.4490

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Newaldaya Lifescapes's CMS rating?

Newaldaya Lifescapes has a 4-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 2 for health inspections, 5 for staffing, and 5 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Newaldaya Lifescapes located?

Newaldaya Lifescapes is located at 7511 University Avenue, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613 in Black Hawk County, and CMS lists 112 certified beds.

Does Newaldaya Lifescapes have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $132,074 in federal fine amounts and 0 payment-denial records for Newaldaya Lifescapes over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does Newaldaya Lifescapes's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Newaldaya Lifescapes's CMS overall rating is 4 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 3.25 across 12 facilities in Black Hawk County, and 3.13 across Iowa. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Newaldaya Lifescapes's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Newaldaya Lifescapes's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
165465
Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Certified beds
112
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 12 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
May 22, 20250658DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJun 10, 2025
May 22, 20250880DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJun 10, 2025
Feb 25, 20250552DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 13, 2025
Jun 27, 20240550DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240655DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240657DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240636BComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240637BComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240641DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240644DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240698DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024
Jun 27, 20240700KComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 25, 2024

How to verify this data

  • The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
  • Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Ratings and records are CMS-reported summaries of past data, not a judgment about current conditions. See methodology.

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