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Friendship Village Retirement
600 Park Lane, Waterloo, IA 50702
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Friendship Village Retirement Description
Friendship Village, a true continuum of care retirement community, can accommodate any need no matter your health condition or level of activity. We focus on physical, spiritual, social and mental health. From independent living to needing a little help now and again (assisted living) to dementia or memory-care services to rehabilitative care after surgery to skilled (palliative) care. We individualize to your needs including short-term stays. We are the only senior living community in the Cedar Valley offering Lifecare.
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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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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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Dining
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.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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 awaySam's Club
0.5 miles awaySam Club
0.5 miles awayAldi
1.0 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
1.0 miles awayNone Found
None Found
Banks
Veridian Credit Union
0.5 miles awayRegions Bank
1.5 miles awayFarmers State Bank
2.2 miles awayWells Fargo
2.3 miles awayCommunity Bank & Trust
2.3 miles awayHospitals
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
0.2 miles awayAllen Hospital
4.4 miles awayMercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center
7.3 miles awayWaverly Health Center
19.1 miles awayIndependence Mental Health Institute
21.4 miles awayPharmacies
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
1.2 miles awayWalgreens
4.0 miles awayDentists
Greenhill Family Dentistry
4.0 miles awayHolahan and Boe Orthodontics
7.5 miles awayAll Smiles Family Dentistry
7.5 miles awayReinbeck Family Dental Clinic
15.9 miles awayParks
Bontrager Park
0.1 miles awayPaulson Park
0.7 miles awayMorris Park
1.0 miles awayMiller Park
1.0 miles awayLiberty Park
1.1 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Crossroads Mall
1.4 miles awayCollege Square Mall
5.3 miles awayThunder Ridge Mall
8.2 miles awayCulture
Waterloo Community Playhouse
2.4 miles awayRiverLoop Amphitheatre
2.5 miles awayMcBride Auditorium
4.7 miles awayGallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center
6.5 miles awayPlayers Theatre
19.4 miles awayRestaurants
Chilito's Mexican Bar & Grill
0.4 miles awayPerkins
0.9 miles awayHibachi Sushi Buffet
1.3 miles awayApplebee's
1.3 miles awayPizza Hut
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