Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

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Make every moment count at Thornton Heights Assisted Living, a distinguished community in Lansing, IA, offering assisted living. Featuring beautifully furnished and secure one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also receive exceptional care tailored to their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served three times daily to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Emergency pendants are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.
Thornton Heights Assisted Living is administrated by Sam Kuhn.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 1 | 27 | This facility has 96% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa nursing home (1 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 96% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 0.1 | 1.8 | This facility has 94% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.1 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 94% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.1 | 1.8 | This facility has 94% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.1 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 94% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 7 | 15 | This facility has 53% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa nursing home (7 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 53% better |
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Iowa average 21.7
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 7 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Iowa average: 0.6
Iowa average: 0.9
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,689 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 21 | 8 | 29 | 6,614 | 92 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 2 | 7 | 2,256 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,415 | 91 | 99% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 678 | 62 | 67% | 6.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 501 | 65 | 71% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 345 | 51 | 55% | 6.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 106 | 59 | 64% | 1.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 103 | 50 | 54% | 2.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 99 | 59 | 64% | 1.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 1 | 2 | 32 | 25 | 27% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 3% | 3.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 15% | 0.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3% | 1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1.4 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Historical financial and operational data for Thornton Heights Assisted Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Room Sizes: 670 / 960 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
1.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lansing's city center to Thornton Heights Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Thornton Heights Assisted Living is located in Lansing, Iowa.
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The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
| Thornton Heights Assisted Living |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Lansing (Main Street) | 26
Facility
26
IA AVG
73
Rank
#397 / 407 | - | - | 5.21 | +18% | +21% | $0 | 7 | 2.3 | - | 2 |
14
Facility
14
IA AVG
45
Rank
#444 / 528 | Gerald Imhoff | $3.6M | $2.6M | 72.2% | 165259 | ||||
| Valley View Village |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79
Facility
79
IA AVG
73
Rank
#126 / 407 | 100.0% | +33% | 5.52 | +29% | +29% | $18.9k | 19 | 3.2 | 2 | 79 |
38
Facility
38
IA AVG
45
Rank
#305 / 528 | Elim Care Inc | $9.7M | $7.0M | 71.8% | 165507 |
Thornton Heights Assisted Living is in the Main Street neighborhood of Lansing.
Thornton Heights Assisted Living has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, Thornton Heights Assisted Living's license number is S0183.
According to IA state health department records, Thornton Heights Assisted Living's license expires on November 18, 2027.
The team at Thornton Heights Assisted Living can be reached at [email protected].
Sam Kuhn is the administrator of Thornton Heights Assisted Living.
Thornton Heights Assisted Living has 26 beds.
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