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On With Life

715 Sw Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA 50023 · Polk County

Neuro rehabilitation for those who have experienced a brain injury, stroke or other neurological condition.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available.

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

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Ankeny's top-rated skilled nursing communities

On With Life is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Ankeny, IA, with 28 certified beds and an average of about 24 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections.

On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 28
Avg. residents/day: 24
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 165163

Federal quality ratings

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

Overall rating

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Staffing

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Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,860–$11,100/mo (median $9,710)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Des Moines 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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Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey): 0
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-09-04
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (1 citations on record — showing the latest 1). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-10-10Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays

Location

715 Sw Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Google

4.8

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Verified family reviews

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Common questions about On With Life

How much does On With Life cost?

On With Life does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ankeny, IA area typically runs $8,860–$11,100 per month (median $9,710, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is On With Life's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates On With Life 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at On With Life?

On With Life has 1 health citation on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does On With Life have availability?

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does On With Life offer?

On With Life in Ankeny, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 28 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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