Inspection Report Summary
The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025, was a complaint investigation that found no regulatory insufficiencies. Earlier inspections were mostly free of deficiencies, with a few isolated issues noted in 2023 and 2011 related to nurse delegation documentation, medication administration, food storage, and annual health evaluations. Complaint investigations have consistently been unsubstantiated, with no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. Prior reports generally showed positive tenant satisfaction and compliance with certification requirements. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement since the last cited deficiencies, with recent inspections showing no issues.
Deficiencies (last 10 years)
Deficiencies (over 10 years)
0.4 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
91% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
4
3
2
1
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
30 residents
Based on a October 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 30
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 22, 2025
Visit Reason
Investigation of Complaint #130117-C at Cornerstone Assisted Living.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the complaint investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #130117-C was investigated and found to have no regulatory insufficiencies.
Report Facts
Tenants without cognitive impairment: 29
Tenants with cognitive impairment: 1
Total census: 30
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 27
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 29, 2025
Visit Reason
Recertification visit conducted to determine compliance with certification rules for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive impairment: 25
Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 2
Total census: 27
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 33
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 17, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate Complaint #112938-C at Cornerstone Assisted Living.
Findings
There were no regulatory insufficiencies cited during the investigation of the complaint.
Complaint Details
Complaint #112938-C was investigated and found to have no regulatory insufficiencies.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 33
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total census: 33
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 34
Deficiencies: 3
Jan 11, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a recertification visit to determine compliance with certification rules for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
The program failed to ensure documentation of nurse delegation within 30 days of employment for some staff and failed to follow medication administration procedures as delegated by the RN. Additionally, the program did not store single-serve milk and juice as required by food service regulations and lacked licensure for the kitchen used for food delivery.
Deficiencies (3)
| Description |
|---|
| Failed to ensure documentation demonstrated staff were delegated by the Program's registered nurse within 30 days of employment for 2 out of 6 staff reviewed. |
| Program staff failed to follow medication administration procedures as delegated by the RN for 1 out of 3 tenants observed during a medication pass. |
| Program failed to only store single-serve milk and juice as a kitchen that was not licensed under a food establishment license. |
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive impairment: 33
Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 1
Total census: 34
Staff reviewed for nurse delegation documentation: 6
Staff with missing or incomplete nurse delegation documentation: 2
Tenants observed during medication pass: 3
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Erica Davis | RN Director Assisted Living | Signed as Laboratory Director's or Provider/Supplier Representative's Signature and named in findings confirmation. |
| Staff B | Resident Aide with incomplete RN delegation documentation and involved in medication pass observation. | |
| Staff C | Resident Aide with no RN delegation documentation in personnel file. | |
| Staff A | Observed administering medication during medication pass. |
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 47
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 17, 2019
Visit Reason
Recertification of an Assisted Living Program to verify compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification of the Assisted Living Program.
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 43
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 14, 2017
Visit Reason
Recertification conducted to determine compliance with certification for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification inspection of the Assisted Living Program.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 43
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 43
TOTAL census of Assisted Living Program: 43
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 45
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 22, 2015
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation to determine compliance with certification for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during this evaluation. The review of recertification documents was completed and accepted, including the State Fire Marshal's inspection report and Facility Engineer's approval of evacuation plans.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 45
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 45
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Boccella | Program Coordinator | Signed letter regarding the Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation Report |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 38
Deficiencies: 0
May 7, 2013
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation for Cornerstone Assisted Living to review recertification documents and ensure compliance with Iowa Code and Administrative Code requirements.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during the evaluation. The program had no regulatory insufficiencies during this certification period, and the onsite recertification monitoring evaluation found no deficiencies.
Report Facts
Tenant census: 38
Tenant meeting attendance: 27
Family member attendance: 1
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Maribeth Freland | RN | Monitor conducting the evaluation |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 34
Deficiencies: 1
Jun 14, 2011
Visit Reason
The visit was a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation conducted to review the facility's Plan of Correction and compliance with regulatory requirements for Cornerstone Assisted Living in Mason City, IA.
Findings
The program had no regulatory insufficiencies during this certification period but failed to complete a health evaluation for each tenant as required at least annually. Tenant satisfaction was generally positive, and the Plan of Correction was accepted by the Department of Inspections and Appeals.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| The program failed to complete a health evaluation for each tenant as required at least annually. |
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 33
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 1
Total Population: 34
Tenant meeting attendance: 13
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jean Palmer | Director | Named as facility director |
| Maribeth Freland | RN | Monitor conducting the evaluation |
| Rose Boccella | Program Coordinator | Signed letter regarding certification |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 34
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 22, 2009
Visit Reason
The visit was a recertification monitoring evaluation conducted by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals pursuant to the Code of Iowa Chapter 231C and the Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 25 to evaluate the assisted living program at Cornerstone Assisted Living.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during the evaluation. Tenant satisfaction was positive, with tenants reporting good food and adequate activities. There have been no substantiated regulatory insufficiencies during this certification period.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 33
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 1
Total Population: 34
Tenant meeting attendance: 22
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Joyce Kix | R.N. | Monitor conducting the evaluation |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 34
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 19, 2007
Visit Reason
The on-site monitoring evaluation was conducted as a recertification monitoring visit to assess compliance with Iowa assisted living program regulations.
Findings
The evaluation found no regulatory insufficiencies or violations during this certification review. Tenant and family satisfaction was high, with positive feedback on staff, food, activities, and safety.
Complaint Details
There were no substantiated complaints during this certification period.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 32
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 2
Total Population: 34
Tenant interview count: 17
Family member interview count: 1
Private tenant interviews: 4
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Oliver | LISW | Monitor conducting the on-site monitoring evaluation |
| Jean Palmer | Administrator | Administrator of Cornerstone Assisted Living Program |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 17
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 2, 2005
Visit Reason
An on-site monitoring evaluation was conducted at Cornerstone Assisted Living to assess compliance with assisted living program regulations as part of a re-certification monitoring evaluation.
Findings
The evaluation found no regulatory insufficiencies during the on-site visit. Tenant satisfaction was positive, with tenants reporting good food quality, activities, and clean facilities. There were no substantiated complaints during the certification period.
Complaint Details
There were no substantiated complaints during this certification period.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 12
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 5
Total Population: 17
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jean Palmer | Director | Director of Cornerstone Assisted Living |
| Stephanie Cummins | SW MA | Monitor conducting the evaluation |
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