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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Trinity Center at Luther Park
Nursing Home in Des Moines
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Trinity Center at Luther Park
Trinity Center at Luther Park is a senior living community located in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. The community is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a safe and supportive environment.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
90.8%
Residents per day (avg)
112
Occupancy rate
90.8%
Residents per day (avg)
112
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
67% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
12 days
Private pay
13% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 years
Medicaid
19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$14.5M
Operating deficit
-$256.9K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$14,520,294.00
Operating deficit
$-256,875.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.7M
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.
$6.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.6M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
109 / 120
Average residents
51 per day
Facility TypeFree Standing Nf/snf
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 1, 2026
CountyPolk
License Number770825
CMS Certification Number165612
Certification TypeFALSE
Trinity Center at Luther Park is administrated by Ellen Smitherman-Hinrichs.
Owner NameGardens at Luther Park(ALP/D) | S0241
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Email
[email protected]
Fax5156452100
Minimum Age55
Compassionate Care
Christian Values
Spiritual Support
Community-Focused Innovation
Specific ProgramsIndependent Living, Assisted Living, Long Term & Skilled Care, Memory Care
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes
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.
22 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
December 23, 2025
36 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Trinity Center at Luther Park
The most recent inspection on December 23, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to documentation of psychotropic medication use, resident notifications, COVID-19 assessments, neurological evaluations after falls, use of gait belts, food handling, and infection control practices. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues including infection control, food safety, notification failures, and resident care concerns, with substantiated complaints regarding abuse investigations and emergency response. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated except for a few substantiated cases involving failure to report and investigate abuse thoroughly and inadequate emergency care resulting in serious harm or death. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring challenges in documentation, resident safety, and infection control, with no clear trend of sustained improvement over time.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Total health citations
24
Iowa average 21.7
Citations per inspection
6
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
19 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
2
233% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
2 critical citations
0 serious citations
21 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 31, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 31, 2024
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Oct 31, 2024
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Resident Rights minor citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Oct 31, 2024
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Oct 31, 2024
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Des Moines The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
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Trinity Center at Luther Park
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
120
83.3%
+10%
4.56
+6%
1
24
6.0
2
112
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Blackburn, Kelley
$14.4M
$7.7M
53.4%
165612
Azria Health Park Place
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
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60.5%
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3.68
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0
0
0.0
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57
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Anderson, Kelsey
$5.9M
$2.5M
42.1%
165202
Genesis Senior Living Center
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
-
79.1%
-
3.21
-
6
0
0.0
0
71
60
Timm, Dirk
$7.7M
$3.4M
44%
165175
Everystep
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
45
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Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation
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
80
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
139
Employees
126
Contractors
13
Staff to resident ratio
1.25:1
37% worse than Iowa averageIowa average ratio: 2.00:1
Avg staff/day
61
Average shift
8.1 hours
9% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 7.4 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
45,205
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
15
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
71
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
6.3%
2,846 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Nurse Aide in Training: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 71 | 0 | 71 | 22,772 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 15 | 0 | 15 | 6,574 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 18 | 0 | 18 | 4,401 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,663 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,900 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,693 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 734 | 67 | 74% | 5.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 0 | 2 | 2 | 707 | 76 | 84% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 534 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 468 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 407 | 56 | 62% | 7.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 404 | 51 | 56% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 376 | 61 | 67% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 361 | 61 | 67% | 5.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 169 | 29 | 32% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 8 | 9% | 5.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 20 | 22% | 1.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 5% | 3.4 |
71 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
18 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
74%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
84%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
67%
1 Administrator
% of Days
66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
62%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
56%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
67%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
67%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
32%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
22%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
5%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
111 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (4.5%)
Medicaid
56 residents (50.5%)
Private pay or other
50 residents (45%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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.
14.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.2
38% 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.
30.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.2
40% 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
29.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
29.4%
56% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.7%
41% 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
33.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.5%
28% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.5%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.5%
43% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.1%
64% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
52% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.6%
59% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.6%
24% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.2%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.9%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
36% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.0%
20% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
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
$34K
28% lower than Iowa averageIowa average: $48K
Number of fines
1
41% fewer 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
$34K
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.
Jan 5, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 5, 2023
$34K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Trinity Center at Luther Park based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
83.3%
↓ 3.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$256,875
↓ ~$13K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8,912,905
↑ ~$201K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-1.8%
↑ 0.1pp vs 2022
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