Occupancy rate
99%
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities
Independent Living · Cedar Falls, IA
Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities
Independent Living · Cedar Falls, IA
Overview of Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities
Situated in tranquil neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA, Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities is an esteemed senior living community that provides a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled care. The community features spacious and convenient accommodations with two-floor plan options that cater to its residents’ preferences. In terms of memory care, a well-trained and compassionate team offers the utmost care and support needed by those with cognitive conditions.
Offering top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy cravings and provide dietary needs. A lively calendar of social activities and life enrichment programs is also available carefully crafted and coordinated by a professional team. Here, life is celebrated in comfort and joy, making it a perfect place for seniors seeking an active lifestyle.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 40m per day | ▼ 9% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 33m per day | ▼ 3% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 58m per day | ▲ 17% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 46m per day | ▲ 12% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▲ 50% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 24m per day | ▼ 20% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Finances and operations
Home revenue
$15.2M
Home revenue
$15.2M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
72-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 28 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Occupied beds
71 / 72
Average residents per home in Iowa
51 per day
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 6, 2025
ExpirationJuly 6, 2026
CountyBlack Hawk
License Number75861
CMS Certification Number165622
Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities is administrated by Tabitha Tjaden.
Email
[email protected]
Fax8556062273
Operating HoursMonday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sunday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Types of Care at Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities
Independent Living
Inspection History
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
Since 2020 · 6 years of data
15 deficiencies
20 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2020 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Iowa average:
• Total inspections (33% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (44% below)
• Deficiencies per year (44% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total inspections (33% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (44% below)
• Deficiencies per year (44% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
Latest Inspection
October 7, 2025
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 15 | 27 | This facility has 44% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (15 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 44% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2020.
| 2.5 | 4.5 | This facility has 44% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (2.5 vs. IA avg 4.5).↓ 44% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.8 | This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 56% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 20 | 15 | This facility has 33% more total inspections than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (20 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 33% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 7, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some deficiencies related primarily to documentation accuracy, timely completion of assessments, and adherence to professional care standards. Prior reports also noted issues with medication administration, infection control, food safety, and supervision, including one immediate jeopardy finding related to resident elopement in 2020. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with one substantiated incident involving medication error that caused harm. The facility appears to have addressed several prior concerns, but some documentation and care process issues have recurred over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa
Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities is located in Cedar Falls, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.
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62.0 miles from city center
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Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.63
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.63
10% worse 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.
2.50
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.50
20% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.09
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.0%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 21.4%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.6%
34% 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.
45.2%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
45.2%
16% worse 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.
46.5%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
46.5%
8% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities
Is Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities in a walkable area?
Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities?
According to IA state health department records, Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities's license number is 75861.
When does Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities's license expires on July 6, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities?
Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities's occupancy is 99%.
What is the best email address for Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities?
The team at Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities?
Tabitha Tjaden is the administrator of Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities.
How many beds does Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities have?
Prairie Wind Independent Living at Western Home Communities has 72 beds.
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