Total health inspections
3
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Life Center
Nursing Home
Life Center
Nursing Home
Overview of Life Center
Offering excellent memory care, long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services, The Life Center is a dependable senior living community in Des Moines, IA that helps residents maintain a sense of individuality and freedom while receiving additional support. The community features a reliable nursing team available 24-hours a day and an extensive rehabilitative program, featuring physical, speech, and occupational therapies that help residents maintain their highest level of functionality.
Residents also delight in an array of convenient services that help them live a maintenance-free lifestyle such as housekeeping, laundry, package delivery services, and more. A registered dietician carefully reviews the residents’ therapeutic diets to ensure they are receiving the proper nutrition and nourishment. With Life Center, residents are guaranteed to lead the lifestyle they deserve surrounded by compassionate support and care.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
72
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
70.5%
Residents per day (avg)
43
Occupancy rate
70.5%
Residents per day (avg)
43
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
47% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
47% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$8.4M
Operating deficit
-$35.2K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$8,394,994.00
Operating deficit
$-35,240.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.9M
Walk Score: 51 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
All Levels of Care
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 72
Building Type: Two-story
Types of Care at Life Center
Nursing Home
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
Life Center
-10%
+5%
-7%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Des Moines (Waveland Park)
72
No
51
MOCK, BEATA
70.5%
$7,382,731.00
$4,002,873.00
54.2%
43.30
4.5069
13
10
-10%+5%-7%
Azria Health Park Place
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
-
No
46
ANDERSON, KELSEY
60.5%
$5,889,177.00
$2,478,858.00
42.1%
56.80
3.6758
-
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-
-
Genesis Senior Living Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
-
No
60
TIMM, DIRK
79.1%
$7,714,549.00
$3,393,417.00
44%
71.00
3.2149
6
-
-
-
Everystep
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IA 503173124
45
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IA 503150000
80
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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Life Center
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Des Moines (Waveland Park)
Bed Count:
72
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MOCK, BEATA
CCN:
165006
Occupancy:
70.5%
Home Revenue:
$7,382,731.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,002,873.00
Payroll %:
54.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
43.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.5069
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
13
Citations:
10
RN share vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Azria Health Park Place
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
ANDERSON, KELSEY
CCN:
165202
Occupancy:
60.5%
Home Revenue:
$5,889,177.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,478,858.00
Payroll %:
42.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
56.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6758
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Genesis Senior Living Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
TIMM, DIRK
CCN:
165175
Occupancy:
79.1%
Home Revenue:
$7,714,549.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,393,417.00
Payroll %:
44%
Avg Residents/Day:
71.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2149
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
6
Places of interest near Life Center
3.8 miles from city center — 1.83 miles to nearest hospital (Iowa Psychiatric Society)
900 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
77
Total Staff
53
Employees
24
Contractors
18,018
Total Hours (Quarter)
24
Avg Staff/Day
8.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 9.9 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 9.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 41 | 8.5 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
59 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
2 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
4.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
5.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6.2%
of total hours from contractors
1,114 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Certified Nursing Assistant: 9
Registered Nurse: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 32 | 9 | 41 | 9,695 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,466 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 2 | 8 | 2,268 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 598 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 511 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 59 | 65% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 369 | 38 | 42% | 9.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 351 | 74 | 81% | 4.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 178 | 55 | 60% | 3.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 153 | 18 | 20% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 141 | 34 | 37% | 4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 105 | 48 | 53% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 98 | 23 | 25% | 4.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 92 | 29 | 32% | 3.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 4 | 4% | 5.6 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
10
Citations per inspection
3.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
8 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit - Other Nonprofit
Resident Census by Payment Source
40
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(12.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
8
(20%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
27
(67.5%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
5
Total Specialty Beds
6.9%
of Bed Capacity
5
Hospice Beds ⓘ
6.9%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.9
6% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.8
6% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.2%
12% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.6%
20% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.7%
10% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.7%
81% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.7%
16% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.4%
45% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.3%
5% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.5%
45% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.3%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.8%
9% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.41
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.41
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.48
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.00
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.00
52% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.09
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.8%
8% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.2%
21% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
24% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.7%
25% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.4%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.5%
43% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 13.1%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.3%
9% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.3%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.3%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$64K
33% higher than Iowa averageIowa average: $48K
Number of fines
13
665% more fines than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$64K
Iowa average
$48K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 7, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 7, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 17, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 17, 2023
$14K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 26, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 26, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 20, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 20, 2023
$5K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
70.5%
↑ 0.2pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$35,240
↑ ~$263K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$5,323,773
↑ ~$640K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-0.5%
↑ 3.8pp vs 2023
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