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Friendship Village Retirement

600 Park Lane, Waterloo, IA 50702

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Skilled Nursing
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(319) 291-8100

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,567

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,549
  • Average State Price: $3,689
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Friendship Village Retirement Description

    Friendship Village Retirement is a community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care and skilled nursing and is about 2.1 miles outside Waterloo, Iowa. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 making it the 5th highest rated community in the city out of 9 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    8.3
    Friendship Village Retirement
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 48 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 9 communities in Waterloo
  • Ranking in State: 330 out of 578 communities in IA
  • Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Some visitors found the mask enforcement confusing and unnecessary, citing natural immunity.
    • Opinions on pricing vary, with some considering it overpriced.
    • Many reviews praise the facility, mentioning great care for residents, treating them like family, and a peaceful environment with good food and happy residents.
    • The dining experience during special occasions like Easter dinner received positive feedback for its quality and ambiance.
    • Staff friendliness and a comprehensive senior living experience were highlighted positively.
    • Concerns were raised about the demolition of a park for an addition, suggesting a focus on expansion over current resident satisfaction.
    • Some reviews express dissatisfaction with management, staff accountability, and the overall treatment of residents, suggesting a lack of respect and care.
    • There are mixed opinions about Friendship Village, with some praising the hardworking staff and community atmosphere, while others criticize the inconsistency in care and employee recognition.
    • Allegations of unethical behavior and incompetence in handling family inquiries and financial agreements were mentioned, leading some to seek alternatives.


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    Health

    Emergency Alert In Each Room

    Assist With ADLs

    Grooming

    Dressing

    Bathroom Assist

    Walking


    Services

    Daily Check-Ins


    Activities

    Full Calendar Of Events

    Wellness Opportunities

    Activity Room

    Activity Coordinator


    Community Amenities

    24-Hour Security System

    24-Hour Staffing

    Common Spaces

    Family Seating

    Covered Patio

    Therapy Room


    Room Amenities

    Private Suite

    Bathroom

    Kitchenette

    Living Room/Bedroom

    Window Coverings

    Microwave


    Dining

    3 Meals A Day

    Daily Snacks

    Culinary Chef

    Cheeseburgers And Fries

    Soups Of The Day

    Local Sidecar Coffee



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 2
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 5
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Aug. 15, 1968
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 72
    Total current residents: 68
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: None


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 3
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 1
    Number of fines: 2
    Total cost of fines: $131068


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-05-04 2022-05-05 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2022-05-04 2022-05-20 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2022-05-04 2022-05-25 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2020-10-14 2020-10-15 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2020-10-14 2020-10-15 D Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2020-10-14 2020-10-15 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2019-12-30 2020-01-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
    2019-12-30 2019-12-30 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2019-12-30 2020-01-30 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2019-12-30 2020-01-20 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-05-05 2022-05-24 D Resident 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.
    2022-05-05 2022-05-24 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2022-05-05 2022-05-24 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-24 K Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-05-05 2022-05-24 E Administration Deficiencies Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
    2021-09-30 2021-10-08 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2020-10-12 2020-12-23 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2020-10-12 2020-12-23 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2020-10-12 2020-12-23 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2020-10-12 2020-12-23 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-12-24 2020-01-20 B Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2019-12-24 2020-01-20 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2019-12-24 2020-01-20 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-06-08 $650
    2020-06-15 $975
    2020-10-12 $9,750
    2022-05-05 $121,318
    2022-05-05 $127,212
    2022-05-05 $186,643

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2022-05-05 21

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Waterloo which is 2.1 miles away and has a population of 68,460 (large town).
    • The average income is $46,368, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 20
      • Average Temperature: 49.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 127 days of rain, 45 days of snow and 191 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 37.2 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 7.01% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 7.42% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 16% Black or African-American, 7% Hispanic or Latino, and 73% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 7.46 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.6 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.48 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.37 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.95 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 257.0, Moderate Days 46.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Fareway
    0.4 miles away
    Sam's Club
    0.5 miles away
    Sam Club
    0.5 miles away
    Aldi
    1.0 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.0 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Veridian Credit Union
    0.5 miles away
    Regions Bank
    1.5 miles away
    Farmers State Bank
    2.2 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.3 miles away
    Community Bank & Trust
    2.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
    0.2 miles away
    Allen Hospital
    4.4 miles away
    MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center
    7.3 miles away
    Waverly Health Center
    19.1 miles away
    Independence Mental Health Institute
    21.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    1.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    4.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Greenhill Family Dentistry
    4.0 miles away
    Holahan and Boe Orthodontics
    7.5 miles away
    All Smiles Family Dentistry
    7.5 miles away
    Reinbeck Family Dental Clinic
    15.9 miles away

    Parks

    Bontrager Park
    0.1 miles away
    Paulson Park
    0.7 miles away
    Morris Park
    1.0 miles away
    Miller Park
    1.0 miles away
    Liberty Park
    1.1 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Crossroads Mall
    1.4 miles away
    College Square Mall
    5.3 miles away
    Thunder Ridge Mall
    8.2 miles away

    Culture

    Waterloo Community Playhouse
    2.4 miles away
    RiverLoop Amphitheatre
    2.5 miles away
    McBride Auditorium
    4.7 miles away
    Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center
    6.5 miles away
    Players Theatre
    19.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Chilito's Mexican Bar & Grill
    0.4 miles away
    Perkins
    0.9 miles away
    Hibachi Sushi Buffet
    1.3 miles away
    Applebee's
    1.3 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    1.3 miles away

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