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Newaldaya Lifescapes

7511 University Avenue, Cedar Falls, IA 50613 · Black Hawk County

NewAldaya Lifescapes is a retirement home serving Cedar Valley with nursing care, extended care, assisted living and so much more. Discover more about our services today.

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (101 of 112 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Cedar Falls

Newaldaya Lifescapes is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Cedar Falls, IA, with 112 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.56 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.63 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $132,074 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.56 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•$132,074 in federal fines

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Cedar Falls for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 112
Avg. residents/day: 101
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 165465

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,420–$10,540/mo (median $9,220)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,380–$7,520/mo (median $5,140)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Waterloo prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.56; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.63; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 42.5%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 3
Federal fines: 1 ($132,074)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-05-22
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2024-06-27Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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 …

2024-06-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2024-06-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2024-06-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-06-27	Fine	$132,074

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Library

Location

7511 University Avenue, Cedar Falls, IA

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Common questions about Newaldaya Lifescapes

How much does Newaldaya Lifescapes cost?

Newaldaya Lifescapes does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cedar Falls, IA area typically runs $8,420–$10,540 per month (median $9,220, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Newaldaya Lifescapes's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Newaldaya Lifescapes 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Newaldaya Lifescapes?

Staff provide about 4.56 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Newaldaya Lifescapes?

Newaldaya Lifescapes has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Newaldaya Lifescapes have availability?

Typically 90% full (101 of 112 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Newaldaya Lifescapes offer?

Newaldaya Lifescapes in Cedar Falls, IA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 112 beds.

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