nursing home in Polk City, IA
On With Life Long Term Care
1002 W Washington Ave., Polk City, IA 50225 · (515) 421-9200
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
On With Life Long Term Care at a glance
On With Life Long Term Care is a 40-bed non-profit nursing home in Polk City, Iowa (Polk County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 31, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 3, 1996
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165281
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 4 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 98% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.2% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.4% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 14.1% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 41.7% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 10.8% | 25.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 94% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 7, 2026 |
| August 5, 2025 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 5, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 28, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHELTON, JEANETTE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| FORS, RUDY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HOOGESTRAAT, DIANA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BENSON LARSON, KATE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FORS, RUDY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HOOGESTRAAT, DIANA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SNYDER, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| LEWIS, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| ON WITH LIFE EXTENDED SERVICES LTD Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2011 |
| ON WITH LIFE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2001 |
| SHELTON, JEANETTE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| FOREMAN, JIM Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is On With Life Long Term Care's rating?
On With Life Long Term Care has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Iowa nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did On With Life Long Term Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does On With Life Long Term Care accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns On With Life Long Term Care?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is On With Life Long Term Care and how do I contact it?
On With Life Long Term Care is at 1002 W Washington Ave., Polk City, IA 50225. Phone: (515) 421-9200.
About this data
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