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Nursing homes in Black Hawk County, Iowa
There are 12 certified nursing homes in Black Hawk County, Iowa, with 1,059 beds between them.
67% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 254 health deficiencies over three cycles, 24.0 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $285K across 4 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Black Hawk County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 12 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 67% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 24.0 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.3 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $285K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendship Village Retirement | Waterloo | 72 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 11.1 | — | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Martin Health Center, Inc | Cedar Falls | 50 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 22.0 | — | 15 May 2025 |
| The Suites At Western Home Communities | Cedar Falls | 72 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 11 | 15.3 | — | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Laporte City Specialty Care | La Porte City | 46 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 6.5 | — | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Cedar Falls Health Care Center | Cedar Falls | 70 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 33 | 47.1 | — | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Newaldaya Lifescapes | Cedar Falls | 112 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 11.6 | $132K | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Northcrest Specialty Care | Waterloo | 94 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 30.9 | — | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Pinnacle Specialty Care | Cedar Falls | 100 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 25 | 25.0 | $8K | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Harmony House Health Care CenterSFF Candidate | Waterloo | 65 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 38 | 58.5 | $49K | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Harmony Waterlooabuse icon | Waterloo | 88 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 22 | 25.0 | $95K | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Pillar of Cedar Valley | Waterloo | 114 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 24 | 21.1 | — | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Ravenwood Specialty Care | Waterloo | 176 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 37 | 21.0 | — | 18 Jun 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 13 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 13 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 13 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 12 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 10 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 8 |
| For profit | 4 |
Chains present: Care Initiatives (4), Legacy Healthcare (2), Western Home Communities (2), Campbell Street Services (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Black Hawk County, Iowa?
12 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 1,059 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Black Hawk County have the highest CMS ratings?
Friendship Village Retirement (5 stars), Martin Health Center, Inc (5 stars), The Suites At Western Home Communities (5 stars)
How do Black Hawk County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
67% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 24.0 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.